The Richest Man in Babylon

The Richest Man in Babylon is said to have changed many people's financial status. It was written in 1926, and it is very interesting. I plan to read it until I fall asleep this evening. It is the first step in my personal development activity. I also was listening to Jim Rohn talk about financial freedom. He said to spend no more than 70% of your pay, save 10%, invest 10%, and give 10% to charity. If you can't start with 70,10,10,10, do 97,1,1,1 until you build to 70,10,10,10.

At least I feel I have a plan. The most important statement so far is "a part of all I earn is mine to keep." I've been keeping better tabs on my money, and I've had more left over at the end of the month than before when I just spent what I thought I could afford. Now I plan to earmark 70% to my bills and 30% to invest.