Hello and happy Monday. Once upon a time I was one of those people who would hate on self-help/self-improvement books and their readers. Even though I still mostly read fiction, I am no longer that person and I enjoy being told what to do, occasionally. This is why I was very excited when I saw the title Make Money Your Thing on NetGalley, and even though I did not finish the book, I’d like to thank them, the author, Kalee Boisvert, and the publisher for allowing me to read it in exchange for a review.

I think many people my age are struggling with their finances, not only because the global economy is a disaster, but also because we were never taught financial literacy by our parents. That, at least, is true for me. This is why I reach for information on this subject through social media profiles, YouTube channels, and, yes, books. I thought Make Money Your Thing would help me take steps to be more financially stable, or at least more confident with what I make versus what I spend. I didn’t expect it to make me rich by the time I was done reading it, but I also didn’t expect it to be pretty much a pitch for an MLM. The moment the expression “financial freedom” was thrown in, and even after I’d let slide a couple of sexist comments, I knew this book wasn’t for me.

I will continue to look for self-improvement books that help me navigate my 30s, and of course, I’ll tell you all about them. Is there anything that you’ve read that has actually made a positive impact in the way you handle your personal finances?