Janine Robertson & Paul GordonJun 18, 20212 minWhat is your daily coffee worth to you?Ben stood in the line waiting to order his coffee. The regular barista must be away today as the normally swift moving queue had been...
Casey AladicSep 16, 20204 minBurnout and SpenditudeIt’s clear that stress, exhaustion and burnout can impact on your financial decision making. With the risk of burnout increased, we want to
Paul GordonJul 19, 20203 minAvoid the CBF club. Don't let your money fly awayCould you walk past a ten dollar note on the street? What if a gift card you planned to use expired? How about being overcharged $200?
Paul GordonMay 25, 20204 minThe way you buy a toaster could save your relationshipHere is a tale of Spenditude and making decisions in a relationship. It may well be the key to a happy ending.
Paul GordonFeb 1, 20202 minTheir opinion doesn't pay your billsIf we spent more time on our Spenditude than chasing "likes", could we move towards a more meaningful way of life?
Paul GordonDec 5, 20195 minThe spender impulse: How to break bad habits and come out ahead"My objectives were simple: don't let Spender friend buy new widget. Keep focus on objective. Get out of Apple Store before lunchtime rush."
Paul GordonDec 4, 20191 minA bottle of coke may help your spenditudeWhat could a mum, two kids and an empty bottle of coke have to teach us about financial wellbeing? A lot, surprisingly.
Paul GordonDec 4, 20192 minIs your spenditude influenced by your star sign?“I love spending however I am a Libran, so I weigh things up before I do anything, including impulse spending”. Wow. That got me thinking,
Paul GordonNov 20, 20194 minFinding motivation: 'Without help I am never going to exercise - and I can't see that changing.'Fitness and spenditude aren’t the same. But finding motivation for any change, and then sticking with it, must start with self-awareness.
Paul GordonOct 9, 20192 minWhy that new yoga mat won't help you to succeedWhen we choose to make a change, we often think throwing money at the problem will help us succeed. Try these three proven ways instead.
Paul GordonOct 8, 20192 minThe intriguing link between your money & your pasta sauceThere are plenty of studies that show financial education does not change behaviour. Why? This one TED talk has the answer.
Paul GordonSep 30, 20192 minHow your partner's attitude to money is affecting the relationshipSpenders spend more than they earn, Defenders are 'good with money', Slenders are 'doing ok'. What it means if your partner isn't your type.
Paul GordonSep 19, 20192 min"So what if I overspend. I can make it up." How an auction became the ultimate test for this reformed Spender.
Paul GordonJun 26, 20192 minWhat is “busy” costing you?Life is busy. Even kids are busy - the busier we are the more successful we appear to be. But this can push us back into old habits.
Paul GordonJun 24, 20191 minBuy the coffee: Why 98% of personal finance blogs are wrongWhether you are considering purchasing something online or in person, first take a breath. Walk away for five minutes and have a coffee.