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FinCon 2018: Random Tales From The Pink Flamingo

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FinCon is a blogger money nerd conference. It used to be just for media creators, but now, many fans of the community also attend. While I'm still not quite recovered from the conference, I'm publishing a post before the already blurry memories escape my head. Pink Flamingos. Everywhere. When I think of FinCon 2018, I think of pink flamingos. Because, well: They. Were. … [Read more...] about FinCon 2018: Random Tales From The Pink Flamingo

How To Become A FinCon Extrovert

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This is FinCon week! FinCon is a conference where a bunch of money nerds get together to talk about finances and drink beer, mostly at the same time. This year, the big show is in Orlando. In celebration of FinCon, 1500 Days takes a little diversion this week. Today's post is meant for attendees. I'll teach you to make new friends at the conference. Tuesday through Friday, … [Read more...] about How To Become A FinCon Extrovert

Wanna Meet in Dallas?

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So, there is a conference coming up in Dallas for financial media called FinCon. And it's great! It's awesome hanging out with over 1,500 (my favorite number) folks who love talking about money as much as I do. And beer. And there is an event for folks who are not bloggers too. It's only $39 and the dude who runs FinCon is a great guy, so I know it will be a … [Read more...] about Wanna Meet in Dallas?

Now is the Time

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Rut: An uninspired, possibly unhealthy routine or pattern of behavior that one continues because change is difficult. The best time to start working on your dreams is right now. The thing about ruts is that often you don't realize that you're in one. The changes that lead you there are gradual and subtle, so they go unnoticed. A slow descent. It took me at least a year … [Read more...] about Now is the Time

Ask the Readers: Would you try Soylent?

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Hello there! I actually have two questions for you today. Besides the Soylent question, I'd also like to know if you'll be at FinCon this week. To better help you find the Mrs. and I at the conference, I've included a rare picture of us below. First, let's talk about last week's question; Did you go to college? Rory (From Welfare to Well-Off) had a good point that many … [Read more...] about Ask the Readers: Would you try Soylent?