🌈"DAILY TIPS FOR KEEPING FINANCIAL STRUGGLES AT BAY”🌈

8 OCTOBER 2024

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🌈"DAILY TIPS FOR KEEPING FINANCIAL STRUGGLES AT BAY”🌈

Life has a way of surprising us with unexpected financial challenges.

Whether it’s an emergency expense or a tough month, financial stress can creep in when we least expect it.

But what if you could actively keep those struggles at bay?

What if there were simple, actionable steps you could take every day to ensure your financial well-being?

That’s what this newsletter is all about—equipping you with practical daily habits that will help you stay ahead of your financial troubles and build lasting security.

Financial stability isn’t built overnight—it’s created by adopting smart daily habits that add up over time.

Think of your financial health like a muscle; the more you work it out the stronger it becomes.

Many people believe financial security comes from a windfall or huge breakthrough, but the truth is, it’s often the small, consistent actions that make the biggest difference.

Whether you're earning a full-time income or building side hustles to supplement your finances, there are daily actions you can take to ensure that financial struggles never take control of your life.

5 Daily Habits to Keep Financial Struggles Away

1. Review Your Spending Every Morning 

   Begin your day with a quick check-in on your finances.

   Set aside five minutes each morning to look at your budget, review any transactions and make sure you're sticking to your financial plan.

   This daily habit keeps you aware of where your money is going and helps you adjust your spending before it spirals out of control.

2. Set Micro-Savings Goals 

   Saving doesn’t have to be overwhelming.

   Instead of saving a huge amount all at once, break it down into small daily goals.

   Start with a goal like saving R10 or R20 a day.

   By the end of the month, that small amount will add up and you'll be in a better financial position without feeling like you’re making huge sacrifices.

3. Invest Time in Learning About Finances 

   Financial knowledge is one of the most powerful tools you can have.

   Dedicate at least 15 minutes every day to reading articles, this Newsletter in particular, watching videos or listening to podcasts that teach you how to manage your money better, invest or create new income streams.

   The more you know, the more empowered you'll feel to make smarter financial decisions.

4. Prioritize One Income-Generating Activity Daily 

   Whether it’s working on your side hustle, pitching for freelance work or even just brainstorming new ways to make money, commit to one income-generating task every day.

   These small efforts compound over time and can lead to significant financial growth.

5. Eliminate Unnecessary Expenses One at a Time 

   It’s easy to get comfortable with small expenses that add up.

   Instead of cutting everything at once, try eliminating one unnecessary expense a day.

   It could be cancelling a subscription you rarely use or choosing to make your coffee at home.

   These daily savings can have a big impact on your budget over time.

Building financial stability doesn’t require dramatic changes or big sacrifices.

It’s about staying intentional and purposeful every single day.

By making small, manageable adjustments to your daily routine, you can slowly but surely keep financial struggles at bay and work toward long-term security.

Leverage Technology for Financial Success

Use Budgeting Apps: Apps like 22seven, PocketGuard or YNAB can help you easily track your spending and manage your budget. They provide real-time insights into your finances, making it easier to stay on top of your money daily.

Automate Your Savings: Set up automatic transfers to your savings account every payday. Even if it’s a small amount, automating the process makes it easier to stick to your savings goals without even thinking about it.

Explore Passive Income Opportunities: Once you’ve got your daily financial habits in place, consider exploring passive income options, such as starting a blog or creating an online course. These can help you grow your wealth with less day-to-day effort.

Now is the time to stop feeling overwhelmed by financial struggles and take back control.

By adopting these daily habits, you’ll be well on your way to long-term financial success.

The path to financial freedom starts with one small, intentional step each day.

Today is the day to be intentional about your future.

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3. ON E-COMMERCE

   5 visual search features to help you find products on Amazon faster

   

   Amazon has seen a 70% increase in visual search worldwide over the past year and rolled out five new image-based features in the mobile shopping app to enhance its browsing experience. You can quickly see photos or videos of product suggestions when you search with text—either in the search bar dropdown, the full search results, or the “More Like This” section of a product page.

   Amazon Lens gives you even more visual search flexibility as well. You can add text to image uploads on Lens to make searches even more specific. Additionally, you can circle an area of a photo uploaded to Lens to focus on different products in one image.​​​​

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4. SOMETHING DIFFERENT AND FASCINATING

   Rocket Launch Schedule for this week

   Wednesday 6:03am UTC (Local: Tue 11:03pm PDT)
   OneWeb 20

   Falcon 9 Block 5

   SpaceX

   Vandenberg SFB
   Polar Orbit

   Thursday 1:50pm UTC (Local: Thu 9:50pm GMT+8)
   Unknown Payload

   Long March 3B/E

   CASC
   Xichang Satellite Launch Center
   Unknown

   Friday 6:54am UTC (Local: Fri 2:54am EDT)
   Starlink Group 10-10

   Falcon 9 Block 5

   SpaceX
   Cape Canaveral Space Force Station
   Low Earth Orbit

   Saturday 4:19pm UTC (Local: Sat 12:19pm EDT)
   Europa Clipper

   Falcon Heavy

   SpaceX
   Kennedy Space Center
   Heliocentric N/A

   TBD: Sunday 
   Integrated Flight Test 5

   Starship

   SpaceX
   Starbase
   Suborbital

5. ON SOCIAL MEDIA

   TikTok

   Live streaming has become a cornerstone of TikTok's content ecosystem. The platform heavily prioritizes live content, and its algorithm pushes live streams to users' For You pages, significantly increasing their visibility and reach.

   One way to maximize the effectiveness of your live streams is to encourage viewers to tap the like button frequently during the stream. This interaction boosts the stream's visibility in TikTok's algorithm, potentially exposing it to a larger audience.

   What is the sweet spot for the duration of your live streams? You'll need a minimum of 20 minutes, but 45 minutes is ideal for maximum reach and engagement. 

   Today's advice is provided with insights from Keenya Kelly, a featured guest on the Social Media Marketing Podcast.

   YouTube Shorts

   Beginning October 15, 2024, creators can upload videos that are up to 3 minutes long. Videos uploaded before this date that are up to 3 minutes long and in a square or taller aspect ratio will remain unchanged. After October 15, all videos meeting these criteria will be treated as Shorts, though the rollout may take a few weeks. Shorts over 60 seconds containing copyrighted content will be blocked, meaning they won't be playable or recommended on the platform. However, creators can edit their videos to remove copyrighted content using YouTube Studio tools. Monetization for 3-minute Shorts will function similarly to current Shorts, except for those blocked due to copyright claims. Regardless of duration, all Shorts will count toward YouTube Partner Program eligibility requirements. Source: YouTube

   Google Verification in Search

   In a limited experiment, Google is testing a blue checkmark in its search results to help users identify legitimate websites and avoid fraudulent ones. The checkmarks are intended to distinguish authentic businesses from potential copycats trying to exploit well-known brands. When visible, users can hover over the checkmark to see a message explaining that "Google's signals suggest that this business is the business that it says it is." Google determines this authenticity through various means, including website verification, Merchant Center data, and manual reviews. Source: The Verge

6. DOWNLOAD THE 2024 CONSUMER SPENDING REPORT

   We surveyed 8K+ consumers globally about their holiday spending plans. Download the report to discover their budget, preferred retailers, and shopping timelines.

   

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7. ONLINE EVENT INVITATION: How To Not Suck At Pitching Your Startup with Forecastr X CoconutVA

   Date & Time: Oct 8, 2024, 06:00 PM

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8. WATCH A RECORDED WEBINAR ON JOB SEARCHING

   Coach Erika shared their unique insights & experience in the Lightning Lesson: Staying Sane While Job Searching in the Tech Downturn.

    

   If you missed us live, or want to rewatch any part of the lesson, here's a link to the recording.

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10. THIS IS TANTAMOUNT TO AN ABUSE OF AI

    An AI-generated video falsely depicting an Israeli airstrike as the cause of a Beirut fire has raised serious concerns about the potential for misinformation. This incident highlights the urgent need for robust AI regulations and media literacy.

    

    Core Insights:

    An AI-generated video falsely claimed an Israeli airstrike caused a Beirut fire.

    The video quickly spread, causing widespread misinformation.

    This incident underscores the dangers of AI-generated content in spreading false information.

    Calls for stronger AI regulations and improved media literacy have intensified.

    The Beirut fire incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers posed by AI-generated content. As technology advances, the need for stringent regulations and heightened media literacy becomes increasingly critical.

The time is NOW! Stay PURPOSEFUL & Remain INTENTIONAL By Taking ACTION TODAY!

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