3416: [Part 2] What Are The Costs Of Working? by Marjolein Dilven of Radical FIRE on Hidden Work Expenses episode artwork

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3416: [Part 2] What Are The Costs Of Working? by Marjolein Dilven of Radical FIRE on Hidden Work Expenses

from Optimal Finance Daily - Financial Independence and Money Advice · host Optimal Living Daily | Diania Merriam

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3416: Marjolein Dilven breaks down the often-overlooked financial downsides of employment, from hidden food and daycare costs to the inflated prices of weekend outings and daily convenience purchases. She offers practical strategies for minimizing these expenses, like meal prepping, shared childcare, and smarter shopping, encouraging listeners to rethink how much they truly earn after factoring in the real costs of working. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://radicalfire.com/costs-of-working/ Quotes to ponder: "Since meals in the office are significantly more expensive compared to making meals at home, you will spend extra money." "If your cost of working is taking too much from your additional salary, you could decide not to take the other job." "You have to spend money to earn money." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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