Albert Yaw Opoku
I blog on Financial Intelligence, Social Media, Personal Growth and Inspirational Stories
This is Lesson number 9 out of my 100. Click here to read lesson number 8
Employment is a global problem, for many young undergraduates finding a job becomes their most important concern in the final year of school. Key to securing a job is a well-crafted CV/Résumé, this document tells your prospective employer what your skills, knowledge and experience are as well as people who would vouch for you – your referees. Most employers use the CV/Résumé to short list applicants for interviewing. Read the rest of this entry »
Originally posted 2010-10-19 08:41:35.
Diversification – the Manager & Senior Executive
In: Asset allocation|diversification|Financial Intelligence|financial objectives|financial planning|financial stratety|investment strategies
12 May 2012
Manager
Characteristics
Age: 40s
Annual Income: GHc 10,000 (Ghana) $70,000 (US)
Net Worth: GHc 55,000 (Ghana) $300,000 (US)
Risk tolerance: Low to Medium
Goals: Educate children and planning for retirement Read the rest of this entry »
Originally posted 2009-05-17 14:47:00.
One of the biggest concerns we all share is about money. Over the years money has been one of the most studied subjects by mankind – including my good self. Read the rest of this entry »Originally posted 2009-02-07 10:02:00.
A Stock Market Strategy for Better Investing Results
By Joshua Kennon, About.com
Warren Buffett has often said, “I could improve your ultimate financial welfare by giving you a ticket with only twenty slots in it so that you had twenty punches – representing all the investments that you got to make in a lifetime. Read the rest of this entry »
Originally posted 2009-05-31 14:35:00.
A few simple things…
15 Apr 2012
No matter who you are or what you earn, it’s easier than you think to take control of your money. A few simple things done regularly can really make a difference.
A few simple things will put you in charge. You will be able to do more with your money today and let yourself do the things you want tomorrow. Read the rest of this entry »
Originally posted 2009-07-12 04:21:00.
Constructing Your Financial Profile – Your Financial Resources
In: contructing your financial profile|Financial Intelligence|financial planning
12 Apr 2012
Originally posted 2009-03-19 11:19:00.
Life Lessons: 2 – Never go in for a bad loan
In: Financial Intelligence|Lessons of life|Loan|Robert Kiyosaki
9 Apr 2012Beginning this month, I started writing the 100 lessons i have learnt in life so far. This is the Lesson number 2. click here to read lesson number 1
Not all glitters is gold, this is an old adage but its wisdom lives on and will continue way after our generation. We live in a world where living beyond our means is considered ‘normal’. Our governments ran on deficit budges, the companies we work for run on huge loans form banks and superstars who earn millions are sinking into debt. Read the rest of this entry »
Originally posted 2010-06-16 09:12:09.
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Investing 101: Introduction – Part 1
In: diversification|Free Invesment Course Series|the concept of compounding|types of investments|what is investments
6 Apr 2012
Do you want to retire early (or of being able to retire at all)? Do you know that you should invest, but don’t know where to start?
If you answered “yes” to any of the above questions, you’ve come to the right place. In this tutorial we will cover the practice of investing from the ground up. Each day,over the next seven days, i will be writing a series of articles on the following:
1) Investing 101: What Is Investing?
2) Investing 101: The Concept Of Compounding
3) Investing 101: Knowing Yourself
4) Investing 101: Preparing For Contradictions
5) Investing 101: Types Of Investments
6) Investing 101: Portfolios And Diversification
7) Investing 101: Conclusion
Originally posted 2009-02-21 16:43:00.
The best 100 money tips ever! 81 – 100
In: Financial Intelligence|financial stratety|investment strategies
28 Mar 2012
Life Lessons: 4 – Retire before forty five
In: Choice|financial goals|financial independence|Financial Intelligence|financial objectives|financial planning|financial stratety|Goals|Lessons of life|Life
25 Mar 2012
I started writing the 100 lessons I have learnt in life so far. This is the Lesson number 4. click here to read lesson number 3
Most likely you may be saying ‘is this guy serious?’ well yes I am serious, I know it sounds outrageous but not only is it possible but it is more important that our generation aim for forty five as the self-imposed retirement age. Read the rest of this entry »
Originally posted 2010-06-28 17:20:51.
Investing 101: Knowing Yourself – Part 4
In: Free Invesment Course Series|Investment objectives|investment strategies|risk
22 Mar 2012
Success depends on ensuring that your investment strategy fits your personal characteristics.Even though all investors are trying to make money, each one comes from a diverse background and has different needs. It follows that specific investing vehicles and methods are suitable for certain types of investors. Read the rest of this entry »
Originally posted 2009-02-23 19:49:00.
Constructing Your Financial Profile – Your Life-Style
In: contructing your financial profile|Financial Intelligence|financial planning
19 Mar 2012
Originally posted 2009-03-07 20:26:00.
Life Lessons: 8–Start a business before you turn eighteen
In: An Enterprising Spirit|Attitude|Decisions|Financial Intelligence|Goal setting|Goals|Lessons of life
13 Mar 2012
This is Lesson number 8 out of my 100. Click here to read lesson number 7
Not everyone wants to own a business and not everyone can run a business, some people are happy to be employees for life, but if you do wish to own your own business like me then this is for you. Read the rest of this entry »
Originally posted 2010-08-06 16:15:40.
Financial Management Presentation
In: Financial Intelligence|financial planning|financial stratety|Presentations
29 Feb 2012Gideon and I gave a presentation on Financial Management at KNUST on Saturday 19 June 2010, our presentation covered the following areas:
1. Financial Literacy and Financial Planning
2. Stages of wealth creation
3. Cash flow pattens
4. The Power of Compounding
To download a copy of our slides Read the rest of this entry »
Originally posted 2010-06-21 18:10:07.
Be Motivated – Take Action
11 Feb 2012
As you become more aware, you’ll notice that motives usually come in three forms: fear, incentive or growth. People are motivated by fear, but the result is short-term motivation. People are motivated by incentive, which is a step up from fear, but not everyone gets excited by the same incentives. People are also motivated by growth and this is by far the best and longest lasting motivator. Read the rest of this entry »Originally posted 2009-06-18 14:42:00.
About Me
As a Thursday born my day name is YAW for me this name represents my true self. Y = young, A = adventurous and W = willing.
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- Life Lessons: 9 – A blog is more powerful than a CV/Résumé
- Diversification – the Manager & Senior Executive
- the quest for financial knowlege
- Warren Buffett’s 20 Ticket Punch Card
- A few simple things…
- Constructing Your Financial Profile – Your Financial Resources
- Life Lessons: 2 – Never go in for a bad loan
- Investing 101: Introduction – Part 1
- The best 100 money tips ever! 81 – 100
- Life Lessons: 4 – Retire before forty five
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