Further Reading

Growing up in Western Michigan, I bagged groceries and pushed carts at a store called Miejer Thrifty Acres. In this part of Michigan, thriftiness wasn’t just a virtue, it was a way of life. For me, the personal frugality that I grew up with and my interest in conservation go hand in hand. Jeff Yeager is a long-time manager of non-profits and has a wealth of experience operating on a shoestring budget. His new book, The Ultimate Cheapskate’s Road Map to True Riches, makes a strong case for being cheap. Instead of giving tips on how to increase personal riches, Yeager suggests that we can live happier, more fulfilling lives by spending less rather than making more. He frames his argument within the larger context of environmental issues and dwindling natural resources. Jeff has even put his money where his mouth is by forgoing a typical book tour and riding his bike from town to town, staying with strangers that he meets along the way. Instead of purchasing hotel rooms and renting cars, Jeff has donated the book tour budget to local libraries. Maybe you can borrow a copy from one of your generous high-rolling friends.