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This book was awesome, it really helped me to realize how much I spend frivolously and showed me how to start taking control of my finances without the shame of how I got here. This had so many great ideas and helped me complete a one month no spend challenge that helped me pay off my car early!
lighthearted
fast-paced
I originally started reading this book in support of my best friend who, after finishing this book, decided to enthusiastically start her own Spending Fast! Though I don’t have any debt myself, I was curious to understand what made her make such a big change.
I’ll be honest, I was sceptical at the start of the book and didn’t completely agree with all the tips the author gave. At one point I even wanted to stop reading, though because I love my best friend dearly and really wanted to understand and support her journey, I decided to push my own financial perspective and ego aside and open myself to really listening.
I was actually surprised to gain inspiration and tips myself. What stood out, especially, was the importance of creating a ‘needs and wants’ list and getting creative with increasing your income. Even though paying off debt isn’t my focus, it was refreshing to reflect on my own spendings and be even more aware of where I can cut back to increase my savings account. Also, to overal be more mindful and intentional with my spendings instead of wasteful and impulsive at times. What really is a need? Which wants aren’t a priority?
Though originally I would have given this book a 3-stars, I’m bumping it up to 4-stars due to the many examples Anna gives and ones which I’m positive can be of support for her targeted audience. Again, this isn’t originally a book for someone like me who has been debt-free for years, though if you read with the intention of learning, you might gain a few impressive insights and tips and become more aware of your own spendings!
I’ll be honest, I was sceptical at the start of the book and didn’t completely agree with all the tips the author gave. At one point I even wanted to stop reading, though because I love my best friend dearly and really wanted to understand and support her journey, I decided to push my own financial perspective and ego aside and open myself to really listening.
I was actually surprised to gain inspiration and tips myself. What stood out, especially, was the importance of creating a ‘needs and wants’ list and getting creative with increasing your income. Even though paying off debt isn’t my focus, it was refreshing to reflect on my own spendings and be even more aware of where I can cut back to increase my savings account. Also, to overal be more mindful and intentional with my spendings instead of wasteful and impulsive at times. What really is a need? Which wants aren’t a priority?
Though originally I would have given this book a 3-stars, I’m bumping it up to 4-stars due to the many examples Anna gives and ones which I’m positive can be of support for her targeted audience. Again, this isn’t originally a book for someone like me who has been debt-free for years, though if you read with the intention of learning, you might gain a few impressive insights and tips and become more aware of your own spendings!
Admittedly I’m technically not the target audience for this book but this year I’m really focused on aggressive saving plans - so whilst the book is focuses on repaying debts, I was interested in reading about the tips and tricks to pay in to my savings instead, and a lot of them to translate.
As with most of these types of books there’s nothing groundbreaking in there, and a lot of common sense, but there’s always a couple of new ideas that I found useful.
I’d recommend it whether you’re looking to pay off debts or add some extra in to savings!
As with most of these types of books there’s nothing groundbreaking in there, and a lot of common sense, but there’s always a couple of new ideas that I found useful.
I’d recommend it whether you’re looking to pay off debts or add some extra in to savings!
informative
fast-paced
I’m not an overspender, but I like to read financial books like this when I need motivation to hit a financial goal or underconsume.
Pros:
-Had some minimalist/underconsumption angles
-Motivating for those who can’t stop spending, are in a lot of debt, or can’t make a budget work
-Very anti-debt without being a jerk like anyone at Ramsey
Cons:
-Extreme, some ideas were a little cringeworthy
-Dated. This came out nearly a decade ago, and some of the tech she talks about is clearly not in the same place.
-Gives many URLs that are probably out of date and not great for audiobook
-Doesn’t spend much (or maybe any time) on why emergencies could derail your progress if you don’t have at least a small emergency account in place before tackling your debt
Pros:
-Had some minimalist/underconsumption angles
-Motivating for those who can’t stop spending, are in a lot of debt, or can’t make a budget work
-Very anti-debt without being a jerk like anyone at Ramsey
Cons:
-Extreme, some ideas were a little cringeworthy
-Dated. This came out nearly a decade ago, and some of the tech she talks about is clearly not in the same place.
-Gives many URLs that are probably out of date and not great for audiobook
-Doesn’t spend much (or maybe any time) on why emergencies could derail your progress if you don’t have at least a small emergency account in place before tackling your debt
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
I had not heard of the blog this book was based off of when I read it. I just found this book at the library under the new releases and thought it would be an interesting read. I am not really in debt or have severe money problems but found this book to be inspirational to take a look anyway at my spending / monetary habits and see if there is any "sprucing up" that I can do.
I got a shizz load of student loan debt and a whole lotta love for Anna and her blog, been fan-girling both for a few years now. This is like the amazing, creative, empowering money advice from the big sister you never had.
Has some helpful tips. If you are already pretty thrift, nothing too new -- where Jones shines is in clearly and empathetically talking about how and why people tend to spend too much now, and how to identify what is a want vs. a real need. A good basic plan if you need to get a handle on things.
This book presents a great alternative to strict budgeting. I've never been able to manage a budget, and the idea of a fast, simply buckling down and not spending frivolously, works for me.
Let's be honest, saying no to random impulse buying and spending money on things that you don't need is a easy concept, but is usually harder to actually follow through with. I enjoyed reading this book because the author actually did it and provides great tips for anyone to get started.
Let's be honest, saying no to random impulse buying and spending money on things that you don't need is a easy concept, but is usually harder to actually follow through with. I enjoyed reading this book because the author actually did it and provides great tips for anyone to get started.