The Progression Playbook
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Does investing in the stock market benefit from compound interest?
Compound interest was once allegedly described...
How do I Start Investing Whilst at University in the UK?
If you're considering whether to invest your...
Do You Need To Be Rich To Invest In Stocks?
When I ask people whether they invest in stocks...
Reader Case Study – Becoming Financially Confident
In today's post, I change gears from the usual...
How to become financially independent in 10 years: A complete guide
Becoming financially independent in 10 years is...
The top 5 best UK investing platforms for passive index fund investing
Choosing between investing platforms is one of...
Is it worth retiring early? 5 pro’s and con’s of early retirement
Retiring early is one half of the 'Financial...
Start investing into an ISA in the UK with Vanguard: A how to guide
Using the Vanguard UK investor platform is a...
Start investing £100 a month to secure your financial future
Investing £100 a month may sound way too much or...
The Progression Playbook: The 1st Page
Welcome to the first page of The Progression...
Most recent blog posts
How much should I spend on holidays per year?
There’s no doubt that holidays are one of life’s...
How much money do you save by not drinking alcohol?
In an era of rising prices and stagnant income,...
How much should I spend on takeaways each month?
Food costs, including takeaways, do take a...
Should I sell my investments for a house deposit?
Getting together the funds for a house deposit...
Should I invest in bonds in my 20’s?
Bonds are an asset class almost every young...
Is 10% a good return on investment?
10% may seem like a small percentage, but many...
How much tax do footballers pay in the UK?
The lavish lifestyles led by some of our...
How much should you spend on clothes each month?
Between finding the right clothes for you and...
Should You Discuss Your Salary With Family and Friends?
Talking about your salary can be a bit awkward,...
Should my salary go up with inflation?
If you are having difficulty managing your...
How to make money as a 14-year-old in the UK?
Nowadays, teenagers are able to make genuine...
Can you lose money in an index fund?
Index funds are a popular starting point for...
What to do if your partner is bad with money
Having a partner who is bad with money can be...
How Much Should You Spend on Your Bed and Mattress?
If you’re searching for a new mattress and a bed...
What is the average salary for women in the UK?
One of the most powerful tools to drive employee...
Should You Get a Joint Credit Card Before Marriage?
People who have been living with a long-term...
How Much Should I Spend on a New Sofa?
No one wants to feel like they're overpaying for...
How Many Properties Should I View Before Making an Offer?
Viewing properties is a crucial part of one of...
Is an Expensive Wedding Worth it?
It’s no secret that many couples feel pressured...
Is Accounting boring?
Looking to pursue a profession in accounting but...
How to make money as a 13-year-old in the UK?
With the rise of YouTube and TikTok, teenagers...
Are my pension investments halal?
Pension investments are a seemingly attractive...
Should you get a joint mortgage before marriage?
One of the biggest financial decisions you'll...
What is the difference between accounting and accountancy?
There is a lot of confusion surrounding the...
Can budgeting making you rich?
If you've been struggling to save money, you may...
How to work out your total lifetime earnings
Total lifetime earnings is another metric that...
Can a Muslim invest their money in the stock market?
The evolution of the stock market has grabbed...
Is a Joint Honours Degree at University Worth It?
As if deciding on a University degree topic...
Does a career in private equity pay well in the UK?
Navigating the private equity industry, and a...
Does Accounting pay well in the UK?
Figuring out if accounting is the right career...
How much do the Big 4 Accountancy firms pay in Bonuses?
If you are considering working at one of the Big...
What is the average salary for a 30-year-old in the UK?
With the cost of living rising and competition...
How to Make 1k per month on Etsy
Do you like to make things? Have you got a...
RSM UK Audit – Career and Salary Progression
Every current or incoming RSM UK audit employee...
Grant Thornton UK Audit – Career and Salary Progression
Nowadays finding an organization that provides...
BDO UK Audit – Career and Salary Progression
Career and salary progression are two factors...
Is it Illegal to Destroy Money in the UK?
Many people find it inconceivable to consider...
How Hard is an Economics Degree and is it Worth it?
An economics degree can be a great way to gain...
What the Work-Life Balance is Really Like at the Big 4
Work-life balance is one major consideration for...
Why Business Management is a Great Degree to Make you More Employable
Business Management is a popular degree in...
How Hard is the ICAS Accountancy Qualification?
Becoming a Chartered Accountant is no easy task...
How Hard is the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE)?
If you're considering a career in law, the first...
How Difficult are the CIPFA Qualification Exams?
If you are looking for expert advice and...
How Hard are the CTA Exams?
The CTA tax qualification comprises 4 core exams...
How Difficult are the ATT Tax Qualification exams?
The ATT tax qualification is made up of six...
How Hard are the AAT Accounting Qualification exams?
The AAT qualification is made up of three main...
How Hard is the ACCA Qualification?
The ACCA qualification is an excellent starting...
How Hard is the CIMA qualification?
The CIMA qualification is a great first step...
Does investing in the stock market benefit from compound interest?
Compound interest was once allegedly described...
How to get through the Big 4 audit recruitment process in the UK
When I had my big 4 audit interview back in...