Humans of Shuttlers: Savings Hack for Professionals - Nwokeji Adaobi Mmachukwu

Having a well-thought-out savings plan is one of the most important things you can do for yourself, especially as a young person -Gen Z or Millennial. A savings plan does not only help you make a well-informed decision but is crucial to achieving your short and long-term goals. While most people know the importance of a savings plan, only a handful get around to creating one or even actualizing it.

Putting aside some money daily, monthly, or quarterly as savings requires a high level of discipline, especially when one’s income can barely meet up with his ever-increasing expenses. Experts say that one of the best ways to get your savings plan up and running is to take inventory of your daily expenses and seal areas that cause financial leakage.

The big question now is, do you know the things you spend the bulk of your money on? And are there measures to cut down those costs?

We conducted a general survey on the subject matter with some of our customers, and one perspective got our attention and we couldn’t but write about it.

Adaobi, an HR professional and an entrepreneur living in Lagos, Nigeria had some interesting takes. Here are her thoughts on how she operates an efficient savings plan.