Hope to Prosper

Simple Practices that Lead to Wealth

Why Companies Fail

Income /

Yesterday was Pink Slip Monday and we just laid off two thirds of our employees.  I have known for a week this was coming and it has been a tough week.  It’s hard to smile and make small talk with my friends who will soon lose their jobs.  A few of us know, but most …

My Bucket List

Lifestyle /

I have been thinking a lot about my bucket list lately.  I’m not planning on kicking the bucket any time soon, but I am itching for some adventure.  It seems like all I have done for the past 40 years is work really hard, while life is slowly passing me by.  I have been hitting …

Present in the Moment

Personal /

I spend a lot of time thinking about and planning for the future.  As a matter of fact, I spend way too much time.  I have this bad habit of ruminating about my financial goals, to the point where it preoccupies my mind.  I’m not sure why I do this since I’m on track to …

Be an Owner, not a Loaner

Investing /

The high inflation has me worried about a number of things, especially the future costs of everything from rent to food.  When I chose my Freedom Number 30 years ago, it seemed like a ridiculous amount of money.  Now, it seems inadequate and is shrinking rapidly.  Thankfully, I have investments that are exceeding the pace …