Why it worked
The post breaks down a common financial concept (budgeting) into easily digestible percentages and calculations, making it relatable and actionable for a broad audience. The use of clear visuals and relatable scenarios likely contributed to its shareability.
Summary
This photo post outlines a "Single Budget Plan" that allocates income into leisure, savings, and spending. It provides examples of how different income levels would be divided according to this plan.
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SINGLE
BUDGET PLAN
CLEVERFINANCEWITHGILLIAN
10% OF INCOME GOES
TO LEISURE
P7,000 X 10%
P8,000 X 10%
P9,000 X 10%
P10,000 X 10%
P11,000 X 10%
P12,000 X 10%
= 700
= 800
= 900
= 1,000
= 1,100
= 1,200
10% OF INCOME GOES
DIRECTLY INTO SAVINGS
TO ENSURE THAT MONEY IS ADDED REGULARLY.
P7,000 X 10%
P8,000 X 10%
P9,000 X 10%
P10,000 X 10%
P11,000 X 10%
P12,000 X 10%
= 700
= 800
= 900
= 1,000
= 1,100
= 1,200
80% OF INCOME GOES
TOWARDS SPENDINGS
SUCH AS BILLS, GROCERIES, OR ANYTHING ELSE NEEDED.
P7,000 X 80%
P8,000 X 80%
P9,000 X 80%
P10,000 X 80%
P11,000 X 80%
P12,000 X 80%
= 5,600
= 6,400
= 7,200
= 8,000
= 8,800
= 9,600