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2322: When Being Frugal Isn't Enough by Kali with Making Sense of Cents on How To Make More Money

May 28, 2023

Kali, host of Making Sense of Cents, explores what to do when frugality falls short, while Michelle Schroeder-Gardner, a financial blogger and RV traveler, shares her journey from student debt to financial freedom. They discuss the limits of cutting costs and emphasize the need for income diversification. Strategies such as side gigs, asset utilization like renting space, and leveraging financial apps for budgeting are highlighted as key methods to enhance financial growth. Tune in for actionable insights on achieving true financial independence!

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Kali

Michelle Schroeder-Gardner

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Quick takeaways

Frugality alone is insufficient for financial freedom as minimal spending limits wealth accumulation, necessitating income enhancement strategies.

Exploring unique talents and opportunities for additional revenue, such as side gigs and skill leveraging, becomes crucial for financial growth.

Deep dives

The Limitations of Frugality

Frugality is a widely embraced approach where individuals strive to spend less and save more, ultimately creating a surplus of income. However, there comes a point where one has optimized their budget to the point of minimal spending, leaving little room for further cuts. When expenses are trimmed to essentials, frugality alone often fails to generate significant wealth or the financial freedom many seek. At this stage, focusing on income enhancement becomes essential for those looking to achieve greater financial independence.

Intro

2min

Strategies for Boosting Income Beyond Budgeting

2min

Exploring Income Enhancement Strategies Beyond Frugality

5min

Kali of Making Sense of Cents talks about what to do when being frugal isn't enough.

Episode 2322: When Being Frugal Isn't Enough by Kali with Making Sense of Cents on How To Make More Money

Michelle Schroeder-Gardner created Making Sense of Cents in order to help improve her own finances. With diligence, she was able to pay off $38,000 in student debt in 7 months, kept track of progress, and helped readers along the way. She's currently touring North America and living out of an RV. You can learn more about her and see her monthly income reports at MakingSenseOfCents.com.

The original post is located here: https://www.makingsenseofcents.com/2013/11/when-being-frugal-isnt-enough.html

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