Many newer readers of The Simple Dollar haven’t been exposed to the hundreds of great articles in the archives of the site, so this is a weekly series that highlights the five best posts from one year ago this week, two years ago this week, and three years ago this week. I call it … the Time Machine. One Year Ago (May 30 – June 5, 2009) Seven Hidden Lessons from “Getting Things Done” I thought this would be a good one to look back at given that we’re in the middle of an ongoing series about “Getting Things Done.” Some Thoughts on Scalable Careers, Your Job, and “Side Hustles” Having a scalable career is perhaps the best way for the average person to get rich. The only problem is that most people aren’t working in scalable careers. How to Organize and Host a Frugal Block Party I’ve been considering having one of these next month when my book arrives in stores. Building Your Career, One Brick at a Time Every action you take at work is another brick in the wall. What kind of wall do you want to build? A stable one that can carry you high? Or a wobbly one that could collapse at any time? Is Renting a Vehicle for a Long Road Trip Worth It?

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