Diamonds in the Rough Roundup 8/15/14

NFL preaseason is underway.  Which means real football is right around the corner.  With all the unrest going on around the country and the world, it’s almost nice to know that football is near.  Is it a distraction or maybe an opportunity for togetherness and peace?  I guess it all depends on how you look at it.

Are You Just Treading Water? by Dividend Mantra:  Excellent post talking about the dismal savings rate in this country and just why people seem ok with “getting by”.  It really pays to sit down every few months or so and evaluate your current expenses to see where you can save.

3 Common Money Worries by Cat Alford:  Everyone worries about money at some point.  Be it retirement, education, healthcare or housing, there is almost always something to worry about.  The key is not to let the worries take you over but let it spur you to take positive action.

If You Produce Nothing How Can You Expect to Make any Money? by Financial Samurai:  Most people like to whine and complain.  That’s why most people don’t become successful  You need to work hard and create something of value to be a lasting success.

Do You Ask for the Order? by BrokeMillenial:  Great post on the importance of asking what you want.  It can produce amazing results.

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  1. Syed,

    Appreciate spreading the message.

    Football is coming. I actually just went to a preaseason game last weekend. Lots of fun!

    Have a great weekend.

    Best wishes.

    • Syed says

      That’s awesome. Yeah I heard preseason games are fun because you don’t get your heart broken if your team loses. Take care and have a great weekend yourself.

  2. Thanks for sharing some of these great reads. I really enjoyed the Financial Samurai article as I think it rings true for many people.

    • Syed says

      Glad you liked the posts. Thanks for stopping by and commenting!

  3. Thanks for linking to my post on Monica’s blog. 🙂

    • Syed says

      You’re very welcome. Just calling attention to one of your MANY great posts around the web.

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