Feeling like a true Mustachian

[Asgard01]

Hi all,

Just wanted to share what I feel like is a sign of myself becoming a true Mustachian. Today I have unexpectedly finally been given the raise that I wanted at my work place to bring me in line with others doing the same role as me. This will be an increase of around $5000 dollars a year. I have been feeling for a while like I was being taken advantage of but now that feeling has mostly gone so I'm really pleased.

I am more pleased though because this is the first raise I have had since becoming a Mustachian and I can say that I will be putting the whole lot to investment spending which increases that by 10% per month. I have no inclination or temptation of spending it on some kind of reward or just having more disposable income etc. I feel I am already at a level of enough when it comes to that. I have also not needed to celebrate tonight with a fancy meal or anything else like an expensive one off purchase. I instead have had some chips and curry in a tray with a couple of beers ($8) and am happy with that.

Clinking beer cans with anyone else towards the closer journey toward FI.

Chris

[Rosy]

Cheers! and congrats, it's always nice to know you are appreciated, but it is way better when that also shows up in your wallet.

Guess, I'm not "that" Mustachian yet - I probably would have spent that first increase on a nice big rock:), but I'll join with the beer and chips anyway:)

[Meowkins]

Congrats! At my last job I was underpaid by $12,000 - the guy who worked alongside me literally had the same resume! So I know how that feels! But hey, changing your situation when you're unhappy is the way to go. :) Good for you, sir! I click my metaphorical beer can with yours.

[Asgard01]

Thanks Rosy, I have a couple beers to spare ;).

And thanks Meowkins. I still have someone who I teach and train and often feellike I'm bailing him out a lot although I don't do it much more. He was on $14000 more. I however am now at least closer to others and have been given a raise after 2 years of getting a promotion without more money. I stayed because there's a lot I like about the job and knew it would likely come eventually.

[forummm]

Congrats on the raise! Just put it all towards savings :)

[Jon_Snow]

That's awesome news. Sometimes I think there too much focus on spending/frugality and not enough about trying to increase one's income. Of course, if you can do both...you are well on your way. :)

[Roots&Wings]

Nicely done! Getting an unexpected raise and using the money to meet your goals is a great feeling. Keep up the good work :)

[Basenji]

Well done! The ball just keeps rolling.

[ditheca]

Admire your restraint; after a recent 15k raise I had to splurge on something!  I spent $85 on an extravagant and totally awesome card mat for our weekly gaming night... (and then increased our investments from 15% to 35%.)