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Sep 16
4 min

Burnout and Spenditude

It’s clear that stress, exhaustion and burnout can impact on your financial decision making. With the risk of burnout increased, we want to

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Avoid the CBF club. Don't let your money fly away

Paul Gordon & Janine Robertson

Jul 19
3 min

Avoid the CBF club. Don't let your money fly away

Could 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?

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The way you buy a toaster could save your relationship

Paul Gordon & Janine Robertson

May 25
4 min

The way you buy a toaster could save your relationship

Here is a tale of Spenditude and making decisions in a relationship. It may well be the key to a happy ending.

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Paul Gordon & Janine Robertson

Feb 14
4 min

Is 2020 the year of bold actions?

I like to do bold things. Visiting Chip Conley, learning about modern elders. The reciprocity of wisdom.

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Paul Gordon & Janine Robertson

Feb 1
2 min

Their opinion doesn't pay your bills

If we spent more time on our Spenditude than chasing "likes", could we move towards a more meaningful way of life?

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How 2020 began could impact your spenditude

Paul Gordon & Janine Robertson

Jan 13
3 min

How 2020 began could impact your spenditude

2020 seems more significant than other years with a less round ending have. Fear and fundraising rather than fun.

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The foolproof way to get through Christmas with your finances intact

Paul Gordon & Janine Robertson

Dec 5, 2019
4 min

The foolproof way to get through Christmas with your finances intact

No matter the intent of your budget, sticking to it is hard - and Christmas brings extra challenges. Keep in the black with these 6 tips.

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The spender impulse: How to break bad habits and come out ahead

Paul Gordon & Janine Robertson

Dec 5, 2019
5 min

The 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."

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A bottle of coke may help your spenditude

Paul Gordon & Janine Robertson

Dec 4, 2019
1 min

A bottle of coke may help your spenditude

What could a mum, two kids and an empty bottle of coke have to teach us about financial wellbeing? A lot, surprisingly.

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Is your spenditude influenced by your star sign?

Paul Gordon & Janine Robertson

Dec 4, 2019
2 min

Is 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,

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Australia’s top 2 problems were revealed last night – debt and the cost of living.

Paul Gordon & Janine Robertson

Nov 20, 2019
2 min

Australia’s top 2 problems were revealed last night – debt and the cost of living.

When the ABC broadcast the results of the ‘Australia Talks’ survey, the unifying concerns were predominantly around money.

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Finding motivation: 'Without help I am never going to exercise - and I can't see that changing.'

Paul Gordon & Janine Robertson

Nov 20, 2019
4 min

Finding 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.

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Why that new yoga mat won't help you to succeed

Paul Gordon & Janine Robertson

Oct 9, 2019
2 min

Why that new yoga mat won't help you to succeed

When we choose to make a change, we often think throwing money at the problem will help us succeed. Try these three proven ways instead.

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The intriguing link between your money & your pasta sauce

Paul Gordon & Janine Robertson

Oct 8, 2019
2 min

The intriguing link between your money & your pasta sauce

There are plenty of studies that show financial education does not change behaviour. Why? This one TED talk has the answer.

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How your partner's attitude to money is affecting the relationship

Paul Gordon & Janine Robertson

Sep 30, 2019
2 min

How your partner's attitude to money is affecting the relationship

Spenders spend more than they earn, Defenders are 'good with money', Slenders are 'doing ok'. What it means if your partner isn't your type.

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"So what if I overspend. I can make it up."

Paul Gordon & Janine Robertson

Sep 19, 2019
2 min

"So what if I overspend. I can make it up."

How an auction became the ultimate test for this reformed Spender.

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Paul Gordon & Janine Robertson

Jun 26, 2019
2 min

What 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.

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Buy the coffee: Why 98% of personal finance blogs are wrong

Paul Gordon & Janine Robertson

Jun 24, 2019
1 min

Buy the coffee: Why 98% of personal finance blogs are wrong

Whether you are considering purchasing something online or in person, first take a breath. Walk away for five minutes and have a coffee.

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Superannuation: 2 weeks pay now can equal one year off later on

Paul Gordon & Janine Robertson

Jun 24, 2019
2 min

Superannuation: 2 weeks pay now can equal one year off later on

The notion of superannuation presents many challenges for individuals. We essentially care less about our future selves than we ought to.

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