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You tip others for good service. Why not tip yourself?
That's about 255 days per year you should tip yourself
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💡 Why Do It This Way?
Tipping yourself isn't just about money. It's about acknowledging effort — a small act of self-respect.
Every time you tip $1, $3, $5, or $10, you're saying:
👉 "I did something worthwhile. I deserve to invest in me."
It's not about automating a transfer. It's about intentionally doing something good for yourself.
Note: this is in addition to any regular savings program you might have such as an IRA or a 401k. Regular programmatic and automatic savings is the core of your wealth planning. This is a bonus, because you're worth it.
🔧 Core Setup (Do This First)
Before you start tipping yourself, you'll need:
A checking account at a bank like Chase, Wells Fargo, etc.
An investment account at a provider like:
- Vanguard
- Fidelity
- Schwab
- Robinhood
- Betterment
Link your bank account to your investment account
(This is typically a one-time setup step in your investment provider's app)
Once that's done, moving money is quick and easy.
🧾 3-Step Manual Tip Flow
1. Decide your "tip"
Pick an amount that feels right: 💵 $1, $3, $5, or $10
Maybe you:
- Finished a project 💼
- Skipped that $14 takeout order 🍱
- Went to the gym 🏋️
- Stayed under budget this week 📉
Tap a number, tip yourself, and lock in the win.
2. Move the money manually
Log into your investment account (like Vanguard, Fidelity, etc.)
Go to Add Funds or Transfer
Choose your linked checking account
Move $1 / $3 / $5 / $10 into your investment
This is your tip jar — and your future self is grateful.
3. Celebrate!
You didn't just save — you built a habit.
🎉 That $5 could grow into $20, $50, or more over time.
Do it again next week. Or tomorrow. Or whenever you earn it.
✅ Why Manual Works
You tip others with intention. Now do the same for yourself.
This isn't just a transfer — it's a mindset shift. It reinforces a habit of mindful reward, not impulsive spending.
The small, conscious act builds discipline, confidence, and wealth.
📅 Want help staying on track?
Start Tipping Yourself Today
Small daily investments in yourself compound into life-changing wealth
Your future self will thank you.
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