As I talked about early on when I started this blog, I started my financial journey when I read some of the various big name personal finance books. I started with some books by Suze Orman and also with Rich Dad, Poor Dad. I still like these books and feel that they have their own viewpoints and information to offer. As I started branching out into various types of investments and more of this end of personal finance, I wanted to learn more about stocks and other types of investments. I went with a big name and read the current Jim Cramer book that was going on at the time. I like watching CNBC and the like but more than any specific show, I really feel like there's a major point that is critical to keep in mind with regard to personal finance. And this is it: You must continually educate yourself with regard to personal finance, reading, learning, and evaluating new ideas and investments with a critical eye. Its not simple enough to read these books, watch these shows, or consume ...
small steps toward making myself a better, richer, and happier man.