I lost £50. I then got them back. Here’s how it happened. I bought a product from AliExpress for £50. I bought it with confidence, because the product page clearly stated they offered free returns. I then received a faulty product. Of course, I immediately took pictures and reached out to AliExpress. Initially, I hadContinue reading “Objection”
Tag Archives: Shopping
My Long Term Relationships
Every once in a while, I buy something that should serve me for years. Whether it’s a kettle, a TV or a smartphone, picking a specific model is hard. My goal is to find the best product I can afford. How do I find it? One way is to google for reviews. However, I findContinue reading “My Long Term Relationships”
Hmm… Let’s Get Those Crisps
One of the most time consuming menial tasks I have is grocery shopping. It is also one that can easily become a money drain. This is why I spent a lot of time trying to optimise it. Here are my takes to date: 1. Don’t shop when hungry The first thing I did was notContinue reading “Hmm… Let’s Get Those Crisps”
I’m Not Buying It
Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Boxing Day, Prime Day… Sellers are definitely making a huge effort to take money out of our pockets and into theirs. We worked HARD for that money. Do I really need that fourth gaming console? Will I ever use this home exercise bike? I mean, it’s probably cheaper to buy aContinue reading “I’m Not Buying It”
What is That Bulge in Your Pocket?
A recommendation of a slim wallet.
Untangling My Cables
“So, what happens is, the cables become a tangled mess. They used to, anyway. Then I discovered the magic of cable organisers.”
Optimising My Life 