Scooting Away

Hi Scott

I would like to thank you for your Barefoot Investor for Families guide. I have two girls — almost four and almost six — and we have implemented your ‘3 jam jars, 3 jobs, 3 minutes’ regime. It is amazing how much can be achieved with a spray bottle and cloth. My eldest daughter just bought her first scooter with her saved money. Her pride in her achievement is priceless.

Regards, Maxine

Hi Maxine,

You nailed it:

It’s amazing how much can be achieved with a spray bottle and cloth.

Here’s the thing: every parent tries pocket money at least once, and it generally fizzles out after a while.

Yet if you’re reading this, just have a look at Maxine’s daughter’s eyes … and tell me it’s not worth an hour of your time on a Sunday to wrangle your kids to get them to do their jobs.

Something amazing happens to a kid when they work hard, save up, and buy something on their own.

Congratulations, and tell your daughter that’s the coolest scooter I’ve seen in a long while!

Scott.