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It's been a hectic week with a major project due …

But I still had time to read these great posts from the week:

3 Years of Peer-to-Peer Lending at Four Pillars – it's not as profitable as you'd think.

A Simple Way to Feel Wealthy on a Middle Class Income at ToughMoneyLove – a few simple things to make you feel rich.

The Price of Faith – Muslim & Jewish Financial Challenges at Budgets are Sexy – how religion can play a part on finances.

Building a Solid Financial Foundation at Blunt Money – Some solid financial advice

How to Have a Happy Childhood at Brip Blap – warm days make for happy kids.

Major Changes Coming to the Canada Pension Plan at Canadian Capitalist – our national pension plan has some changes coming …

Your House is Not a Good Investment at Consumerism Commentary – some people think they're living in their retirement plan …

Do You Have Financial Goals? Do You Declare Them? at Free Money Finance – well, do you?

How Do I Invest With Only $20 to Spare Each Month at 7 Million in 7 Years – investing is often about creativity and not how much money you have initially.

Finding Your Passion at Million Dollar Journey – I think this is the holy grail of personal goals.

Memories from a Frugal European Upbringing at My Findependence Day – this post reminds me of my dad, who came to Canada in his 20's and had some strange frugal habits.

Anything Worth Doing is Difficult and Requires Sacrifice at No Debt Plan – if this wasn't the case, we'd all be rich, I guess.

Don't Be a Loser and Wait Too Long at MoneyNing – take action and don't just sit there!

Some of my posts also appear in the following Carnivals:

• Carnival of Personal Finance at Greener Pastures
• Carnival of Money Hacks at Passive Family Income
• Carnival of Pecuniary Delights at Passive Family Income

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I usually do this post on Saturday but after a night of vodka and ceviche, I've had to 'stagger' it to Sunday.

I wrote a post on Friday about maximizing my time with my laptop and how I like to multitask and do many things at the same time. Someone left a great comment about how they actually prefer focussing on one thing at a time to get the most work accomplished. Much of the literature also agrees and I actually do believe it is important to tackle a few goals first, other you spread yourself too thin.

But I've noticed one thing – I've had a chance to watch many business owners at work and the most successful ones are pros at multi-tasking. They CAN focus on one task, but then they can pause and work on something else of a higher priority, and then come back to their initial task and get it done. The best business owners can juggle 10 things at the same time and still get them done.

So, the name of the game is a balance of focussing and multi-tasking. I know many smart people who simply cannot multi-task, and they aren't as successful. People like this don't end up as very good business owners, but they can be excellent support people.

Here are a multiple of great posts from the week:

Goodness is the Only Investment That Never Fails at Budgets are Sexy – charity is a great investment because you always get a return on your money.

Personal Finance Ratios at My Money Blog – if you're mathematically inclined do the same thing that most businesses do and calculate measurements on how well you're doing.

Frugal Living Myths at Blunt Money – is frugal living a sacrifice?

Seven Great Gifts for College Graduates at Consumerism Commentary – this post had me reminiscing about my school days.

25 Traits of the Not So Well To Do at Free From Broke – if you're broke, check this list … you may be on it.

Case Study – 60 Years Old, Lots of Cash, No portfolio at Million Dollar Journey – I wonder if many people are in this situation – no retirement portfolios but a ton of equity in real estate

Note to Credit Card Companies – We're In a Recession at Money Beagle – Credit Card companies are reacting to the new regulations in the US.

The Day it Clicked at No Credit Needed at No Credit Needed – is there a time when you finally decided you needed to get your act together with regards to money.

How to Qualify a Financial Advisor – 3 Questions to Ask at MoneyNing – do your homework when looking for a financial advisor.

5 Great Reasons to Have Less Debt at Prime Time Money – I love posts like this that give quick lessons and something to take away.

Never Underestimate (or Overestimate) Small Savings Opportunities at Four Pillars

Don't Let This Crisis Go to Waste at ToughMoneyLove – can an economic crisis be turned into an opportunity?

Finally, one of my posts was featured at the Carnival of Money Hacks at Stretchy Dollar

That's it for this week!

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It all started last week with my trip to Ciniplex to watch Star Trek, which was subsequently ruined by a crappy theatre and terrible service. I sent an email to their head office, which was then forwarded to someone else in customer service, who then forwarded it the theatre.  I haven't heard anything yet.

Then, last night we ordered $20 nachos (!?) at a local bar. The first set was burned so we returned it. The second set was undercooked so we returned it again. Finally, they seemed to get it right … until we lifted the top layer of chips which revealed a pile of crumbled chips beneath, with no cheese or anything. Presumably, we joked that the cook was taking some sort of revenge. Shame on you local bar!

This morning I went to Starbucks and they were out of coffee!? She said I'd have to wait 2 minutes or she could give me an Americano which I gladly accepted (and it was delicious!) Unfortunately, I was given the wrong size, but they did give me another one.

Let's play a game – let's raise prices, staff our establishments with bored, underpaid employees, and see how much money we can make! Wanna play?!

Anyways, the only bright spot in all of this … is the following set of great posts from around the blogosphere:

What to Make Smart Tax-Advantaged Investment Decisions at Bargaineering – at the end of the day, taxes always matter.

Health Insurance Horrors: An Inside Look at Going Uninsured at Budgets are Sexy – thankfully, this is not so much an issue in Canada. But, scary if you live in the US.

Making Money With a Credit Card at Brip Blap – credit cards aren't bad if you can control your spending.

Our World-Beating Mutual Fund Fees at Canadian Capitalist – Canada was some of the highest fees in the world.

Five Jobs for People Who Like Money and Five Jobs for People Who Don't at Consumerism Commentary – Did you pursue your current career path because of the money?

Money Lessons from Monopoly at Free Money Finance – playing games can actually help you win the game of money

The Most Common Habit of Rich People at KCLau's Money Tips – making money is all about great habits, after all.

How We're Trying to Support the Local Economy at Money Beagle – I firmly believe in shopping locally as much as possible.

10 Things to do Before Creating Your Next Budget at No Credit Needed – great advice on how to properly set up a budget.

Are You Obsessed With Money? at Prime Time Money – are you?

9 Questions to Help You Choose the Right Credit Card at My Findependence Day – with the vast array of cards available, which one do you choose?

A Public Failure to Walk the Money Talk at ToughMoneyLove – be careful before taking advice from a personal finance expert. Some don't follow their own advice.

Here are a few Carnivals that featured some of my writing:

• Carnival of Personal Finance over at Earn What You Spent
• Carnival of Pecuniary Delights over at I Pick Up Pennies
• Carnival of Money Hacks over at MyLifeROI

That's it for this week!

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