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Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 3:19pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
dearpreye: Wow! I love your mindset. You must be a very humble person, because most men find it difficult to bury this ego of theirs, which in the long run, does them more harm than good. I'm so glad you've learnt from your mistakes and have decided to make amends (it's not easy). So, once again, I say kudos to you, and GOD bless you. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 3:19pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
Op u have said well, i used to dash money like rain, people from my local govt come all the way from my lga to ask for school fees and all that, this same people failed me in times of need, thank God i am still working and now wiser. please always try and save from ur earnings like ten to twenty thousands especially if u do not have projects on ground, i am a teacher in Abuja, i save twenty monthly and it curtails my spending, anytime i want to collect what i have saved, i always have a target to buy something the watch word here is savings and engaging in projects like the op said. Thank u 1 Like 2 Shares |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Mayany(m): 3:21pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
dearpreye:You are right bro. I have spend some hours reading your thread with great satisfaction. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 3:22pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
Woreva: I've learned a great deal. Money is very important to men. We're not always at ease when we run out of it. God bless you too. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by MsGlobalwonder(f): 3:24pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
dearpreye:you can say that again! humility that humbles the humble. See what i've missed these yrs of been a ghost on NL. Hehe. Woow..just woow!! 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 3:25pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
imolore: They will most certainly fail you. To them, you're supposed to have at all times. Foolish givers always lack Thank God you've learned and adjusted your life style. Pursue your own dream. Pursue your goals. Give wisely. Pay YOUR SELF FIRST. |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 3:27pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
Mayany: I'm glad a soul is positively impacted. Purpose for the thread has been achieved. However, like Goethe said, knowing isn't enough; we must apply. 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 3:36pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
Specialist900: That's the way it works. |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 3:44pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
dearpreye: Yeah, I know that you men like money a lot (and some people go dey talk say na only women like money, lol!) I always notice that anytime money is coming in for my hubby, that is the time he will be in the best of moods, and I'm always like "Hmmm! E like owo sha! Meaning: you like money too much! And he'll be like "O necessary!" Lol! 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 3:46pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
Woreva: He's not alone. Money is defense. Money is confidence. Once a man knows he can meet the legitimate needs of his loved ones, he relaxes into serenity and joy. 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 3:58pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
dearpreye: "Neglect your precious woman at your own peril". Wow! Epic!!! 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 4:02pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
Woreva: Speaking from experience. She now endorses majority of my financial decisions. Arrogance has cost me such. |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Yzzey(m): 4:03pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
This is the best post i've ever read on nairaland. Anyone who sees this post without like will become poor. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 4:06pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
dearpreye: Exactly! I totally agree with you. The pride and joy of a man lie in being able to provide adequately for his loved ones. Nothing erodes a man's joy than the inability to do so. |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 4:12pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
Woreva: Yeah. My woman knows when I'm damn broke. My patience decreases. Become agitated. Easily angered. Touchy. Name it. |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by visitor30(m): 4:12pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
Word! Word! dearpreye: |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by okonri(m): 4:15pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
omg! This is the most beautiful thread I have come across on nairaland in a long time. Thank you guys for rekindling the 'financial spirit' in me. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 4:15pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
Yzzey: Learning never stops! Thanks for your kind words. |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 4:24pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
okonri: It's time apply the knowledge. Let not the rekindled spirit die; do not let the light flicker away......action! Knowing isn't enough; we must apply. Goethe. |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 4:28pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
dearpreye: I love that! Wise decision you've made there. Hope others will follow suit. It's high time men realized that women are frugal, prudent and shrewd where financial matters are concerned, and also have the in-built ability to make sound judgement and decisions. It is called INTUITION. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 4:30pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
Woreva: Totally subscribed. I didn't learn that overnight. Painful experiences forged the message home |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by blackjack21(m): 4:34pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
[quote author=dearpreye post=35440731][/quote]thank you sir. I shall wait in anticipation. 16:33:48 Fri, Jul 3, 2015 |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 4:37pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
blackjack21: Alright. |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 5:03pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
Acidosis: For ya mind na u dey pay tithe? Send it to me and l will pray for you. |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Acidosis(m): 5:12pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
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Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Whynotthetruth(m): 5:16pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
yenboy: Sorry, I am drawing you back again but as I was rereading this thread, I was tempted to draw your attention to some personal experience of mine due to the advice sarahbabyxx gave you on savings and opening a fixed deposit account... It is a noble idea but I will advise you based on my experience as someone who works in the financial industry and from my experience observing my parents... 1)Most people dread fixed deposits because of the small interest there. Imagine making #540 in a #100,000 fixed deposit for 30days... 2)Some others dread fixed deposit because they lack that bulk sum to fix... 3)Some others because they feel they have more than enough excuses/ needs hence can't save... In all, you will always have a reason not to save if you don't want to save... Now to my experience from my parents and place of work... 1)Once any child is born to them, they open an account with union bank(I am not working with them) ...in the name of that child. Compulsorily, both my dad and mum each month drop #500 in those accounts... 2)All our school fees were paid from those accounts. Whenever any of us is in serious need like fees etc, they will take out the money from your own account which has accumulated over time... 3)When people dash us money, we give them to pay into our accounts...hence competition to save began among us their kids... 4)They were investing in shares too...I bought my first share with my quizz competition price money in SS2. Though I stopped investing there after the global economic meltdown...but not my parents ...you can add insurance policies too if you want... 5)Though I see myself giving away money to others most times...I strived hard to save always... 6)When I saw I had more financial burden than my salary... I wrote postdated cheques for 20% of my salary and gave to insurance company. Hence once my salary drops every month, insurance company take out my savings immediately before I go on spending spree ...And it is a yearly policy...hence I am sure of embarking on a substantial project or investment when my policy matures at year end hence I wasn't waiting to accumulate funds to fix....(I am not an insurance broker o) ...I only found away around my flaw of being extravagant ...With this, you will have investments but lack cash The above can make parenting easier and less stressful...while allowing you bulk savings to embark on projects....I saw my parents turn virtually to microfinance banks to even their senior colleagues because of their effective and efficient financial planning... Cc. my mentors@Dearpreye, Ideykwum and Truckpusher... for criticisms and more insight... BTW I shared my personal experience to show you that even though you're not rich, you can save because my parents weren't rich...thanks 5 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 5:18pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
dearpreye: Eeya! At least you learnt your lessons. Experience they say is the best teacher. Hope others learn theirs too before it's too late, or better still, learn from yours. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 5:19pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
Whynotthetruth: I bet he will find the above very meaningful. Thanks bro. But you too know book 1 Like |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 5:20pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
Woreva: I expect them to learn from mine pitfalls Time is money. They can't afford to make same mistakes given this piece of info.... |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by tobiaboG: 5:21pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
God bless d Op & all d meaningful commentors. Ds has been a blssing & an eye opener. Thank u all 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Whynotthetruth(m): 5:29pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
dearpreye: I no understand boss When I wish and dream to catch up with you and the other too bosses I mentioned above including that other lady you know I dream a life as informed as yours...(No jokes here Sir) 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Financial Mistakes That Almost Wasted My First Five Years Of Work! by Nobody: 5:32pm On Jul 03, 2015 |
Whynotthetruth: Theory! I admire the way you itemise and explain your points on issues. It's kinda fascinating. You come to me as someone whose sole intent is to ensure the receiver totally decodes your message with little or no confusion. Keep it. 1 Like 1 Share |
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