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FB in a Nutshell
other blog: the everyday minimalist
talk to me: contact me here
location: canada/usa
works: business consultant
net worth: ~$155,000 as of Dec 2011
eats: sashimi, tartiflette, pho
drinks: earl grey cream tea
gadgets: macbook pro 17", ipod touch (pda)
beauty: fb's list of toiletries/makeup
wants: roland rd700-gx piano
reads: ayn rand, tom stanley, sophie kinsella
watches: bones, mentalist, castle, top chef
wears: wrap dresses & necklaces
loves: minimalism, $$ management, traveling
hates: wearing shorts & being late for anything
Archive for November, 2008
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BBC’s list of 100 Best Fiction
Posted on November 14, 2008 | 1 CommentGot the list from Feli’s page. It is in concept, like the other Radcliffe’s 100 Book List, but this one sounds more like what I’d actually read. BOLD = Read NOT bolded = Unread 1. The Lord of the Rings, J.R.R. Tolkien 2. Pride and... -
10 Things I hate about Hotel Rooms
Posted on November 13, 2008 | 6 CommentsAs you all know I’ve been travelling for the past 3 weeks on business. Not exactly my cup of tea since the whole point of moving to Montreal, Canada was so I could be with BF, but …. when money calls, it screams. Here’s my... -
Frugality even at a high income
Posted on November 13, 2008 | 14 CommentsThis is a totally valid question from a reader in response to my post about going back to work but with a lighter heart. FB, if you are making so much money, why are you so frugal? Those weren’t her exact words, but … it’s... -
10 Things I Won’t Give Up To Save Money
Posted on November 9, 2008 | 5 CommentsStole this from Julie Rains over at Wise Bread. I found it to be an interesting post. In no particular order: 1. High Speed Internet If not only for blogging purposes, but for my excessive use of email to stay in touch and get information... -
Shoe Wardrobe Essentials
Posted on November 6, 2008 | 12 CommentsThis was a reader question from Becky. She wanted to know: I’m an avid reader of your blog, and I especially enjoy your fashion advice. Your ‘Wardrobe Essentials’ were really useful for me as I find I always skip buying the boring basics and go... -
FB’s Negotiation – Part 4
Posted on November 5, 2008 | 3 CommentsLast words: Final things you should know about Women & Negotiation Link: Monitor on Psychology Women don’t like to negotiate salary Women can take more control over their salaries if they are willing to negotiate—a task that many women dislike. According to surveys from the... -
FB’s Negotiation – Part 3
Posted on November 4, 2008 | 5 CommentsHow to raise the rates I started at $110/hour. I was supposed to finish at the end of this month. But then they came to me, asking me to come back for 3 weeks. I wasn’t too keen on the idea, to be frank. It... -
FB’s Negotiation – Part 2
Posted on November 3, 2008 | 2 CommentsNegotiating with my (ex) employer after 2 years of earning $65,000 So I stayed with them for about 2 years. After the first year, I got a “welcome to the team after your probationary period” bonus of a measly 2%. *yawn* I was starting to... -
Since it’s a blog, I have to confess right?
Posted on November 2, 2008 | 13 CommentsI bought 2 more necklaces on Etsy… I just had to. They were too gorgeous and unique to pass up. Include those in the shopping basket along with: But Ellen tells me that the first one with the black flowers may not be so kosher...