The scourge of time and money

The scourge of time and moneyFor most people reading this, the most significant practical hurdles standing in the way will be either time or money. (I confess to finding them a bit unoriginal. They probably affect everyone except the Queen.) How you overcome these inconveniences is key to making interesting stuff happen. If you are short of both then living adventurously is, for now, going to revolve around simple ideas and your attitude rather than expensive and expansive plans. How to get more money. The 4-step plan from financial guru Alastair Humphreys (written on my yacht in the Caribbean*) Spend less or earn more.Sell stuff or stop buying stuff.Find a cheaper version of your dream.Put aside £20 a week then begin a grand adventure when you have saved enough (an exercise in starting small, starting today and the cumulative effect of habits).(It is also worth putting things in perspective by having a look at where you stand on the Global Rich List. www.globalrichlist.net)* - Actually my shed… How to get more time. The 4-step plan from time-management guru Alastair Humphreys (written on the loo)Say 'Hell yeah, or no' when deciding what activities to commit to.Ask the 80-year-old version of yourself whether you should be spending your time on this thing.What can you cut out of your life to get more time? Quit each of your distractions for a week and notice how much free time that creates. Turn off your phone.Over to You: How can you spend less or earn more? How can you get more time in your life? ★ Support this podcast ★