Maintaining Financial Boundaries
A big part of getting organized is simply to define things. By defining a space you create a physical boundary for certain things to live. By defining a system you create the boundaries to get something done. By defining your goals you create the boundaries for acquiring resources and fulfilling your potential.
In other words, you know when and what to spend your money on. The goals you wish to reach provide the criteria for making money decisions. It enables you to always shop with purpose. If one of your goals is to lose weight, don’t buy ice cream or larger clothes. It’s easy.
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- Define Your Space – Keep from overbuying. Just how much space do you want to devote to the various things in your life. If you only have room for a case of paper in your home office you won’t be tempted to buy a whole pallet – even if it is on sale.
- Decide on Quality over Quantity – Longer lasting. Look at materials and construction rather than label. When things last longer they need to be replaced less often. That results in fewer overall trips to the store.
- Define Your Favorites – When you know what to expect it is much easier to budget your time and money. By simply stating that one brand is your personal preference you will be more likely to skip over temptations and look for the stock up when it’s on sale, opportunities. You will also know exactly where to find it. No running all over town.
- Know Your Current Activities – Have just what you need. This is another easy method for saying no to extra stuff. No need to buy 3 pairs of running shoes if your current passion is yoga.
- Define Your Financial Routines – Maximize your money. Having a routine for your bill paying and budget will help you avoid paying late fees, emergency spending and allows you to take advantage of savings opportunities.
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