May 2012 Update
Work has been going really well for me and I seem to be hitting my stride. Funny enough, I was the top salesperson in my category for my first quarter and that was when I was the most stressed out at work!
I was actually going to take a year off from work a couple of months ago but my boss and my performance at work convinced me to stay. I am glad that I did as it helped me to realize that I can overcome my anxieties and challenges at work. The good performance has given more options too. I talked to my boss about getting a promotion and moving to Toronto within the next couple of years. He was very supportive and I hope it works out. I miss living in a bigger city!
Suffice to say, I may as well enjoy the journey while I still have to work. In the meantime, I will continue to save diligently in the event that I ever have to take time off work or live a difficult situation. It's amazing how 10 years worth of savings in the bank can improve your bargaining situation!
May 2012
Net Income After Tax, Insurance, and Donations: $4,050
Total Expenses: $2,410
Total Savings: $1,640
Savings Rate: 40.5%
May 2012 Networth -- $170,000
Despite my savings, my net worth dropped because of the market decline. Oh well, I just need to take things in stride.
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LiquidSapphire
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Happy Pride Month Everyone!
I'm waiting at Edmonton airport before heading off to Toronto for Pride for a week. I'll also be networking for future job opportunities with my company in the next two years.
While I am in the 'rat race', I might as well be proactive and continue to look for more interesting and better-paying positions. I am lucky that I work for a dynamic company with so many different job options.
June was a great month for me as my net worth broke the $175K mark for the first time!
June 2012
Net Income After Tax, Insurance, and Donations: $4,370
Total Expenses: $1,390
Total Savings: $2,980
Savings Rate: 68.2%
June 2012 Net Worth -- $176,000
I am curious to see when I will hit the $200K mark. Seeing myself getting closer and closer to my goal is encouraging.
I am glad to see that some other people on the forum have become FI or are progressing towards FI steadily.
I'm waiting at Edmonton airport before heading off to Toronto for Pride for a week. I'll also be networking for future job opportunities with my company in the next two years.
While I am in the 'rat race', I might as well be proactive and continue to look for more interesting and better-paying positions. I am lucky that I work for a dynamic company with so many different job options.
June was a great month for me as my net worth broke the $175K mark for the first time!
June 2012
Net Income After Tax, Insurance, and Donations: $4,370
Total Expenses: $1,390
Total Savings: $2,980
Savings Rate: 68.2%
June 2012 Net Worth -- $176,000
I am curious to see when I will hit the $200K mark. Seeing myself getting closer and closer to my goal is encouraging.
I am glad to see that some other people on the forum have become FI or are progressing towards FI steadily.
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iProgramStuff
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- Joined: Sat Jul 07, 2012 7:52 pm
- Location: Hamilton, ON
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Re: Pooablo's ERE Journal
Hey Pooablo, it was great meeting you today! So many interesting topics..and it was nice to finally relate financially to people
Where are your journal updates?
Where are your journal updates?
Re: Pooablo's ERE Journal
@iProgramStuff -- Hehe, likewise. I can't believe I haven't blogged in a year. I guess I've been having too much fun in Toronto!
Re: Pooablo's ERE Journal
Hi Pablo,
How's your ERE journey going? Haven't seen much updates from you lately
How's your ERE journey going? Haven't seen much updates from you lately