How one handles their money speaks volumes about the type of person they really are. Money makes the world go round and the contents of your wallet are the middle men for most things you do… so have a little respect. We’re not saying give your wallet it’s own room in your house, simply keep it organised, that way if you’re ever in an accident and they check for ID they don’t get a shock and refuse to aid you (it could happen and may still happen if your picture is really bad).
So is your wallet filled with cards and no notes?
You like to simply pay for everything by card, even the little things. This usually indicates that you don’t like to keep on top of all your expenditures and are possibly the “head in the sand” type. Ask yourself, do you know how much is in your bank account right now? If the answer is no then you probably have some bills to open as well - this type of person usually leaves letters unopened for as long as humanly possible when they know it’s a bill. Using cards all the time prevents you having to look at your bank account on a regular basis which tends to suggests you are afraid of confronting the reality of your financial situation. "But hold on...I don't keep cash in my wallet for a good reason... it helps me spend less and actually keep better track of my expenditures through online banking" - ok smarty pants, this may be acceptable, if it's true!
Is your wallet bursting?
Is your wallet bulging so much that you’re embarrassed to store it in your front pocket? Or maybe that’s why you want to store it in your front pocket - everything is so clear now!
The source of the "bulge" is important when attempting to understand the person behind it. Is it bulging with money? This suggests that you either have way too much money or you simply have an inability to micro-manage your finances. Carrying a “float” in your wallet is useful because you never know when some cash is required. But carrying the entire contents of your bank account is asking for trouble. Try to reign this in by keeping more money in your bank, this strikes a good balance.
Is it bulging with cards you never use? Again this suggests a lack of control and in-ability to manage your finances. Get rid of the ones you never use, are you storing them for a rainy day? Should I start building the Ark now?
Is it bulging with old receipts? This is partially a positive thing, it shows you have a desire to keep track of your outgoings, but it unfortunately it also shows you lack the will to go all the way and actually organise the outgoings. It’d be useful for you to periodically empty your wallet, going through the receipts and sorting them out. You're also the type of person that probably bought a guitar with the intention of being awsome... but have now (3 months later) played it about 3 times... for a few seconds. I'm sure you'll get to it eventually when you're not busy, right?
You’re wallet is insanely neat?
Well you’re clearly an organised individual who knows what he wants, how much you need to get it, but more importantly you actually know if you have enough in the bank to buy it. If everything in your wallet has its place, this suggests you like to be on top of everything and in control. Some would say you need to relax a little, but not us! You will surely succeed in life or probably already have, keeping your wallet/receipts organised so your accountant can tell you to buy a boat!
Remember, they way you organise you wallet reflects on your approach to life. Are you messy, unorganised, compulsive, controlling, neat, driven or focused? All these traits can be indentified by simply examining a man’s wallet. So what does your wallet say about you?