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3 Mistakes I Made When Taking My First Job Original
Getting a full-time job is exciting. After years of summer internships, on-campus employment and mowing lawns, being offered that first “real” job makes you finally feel like an adult. But the job offer is only the first step. The actions you take at this point will play a key role in your future career development, earning potential and overall financial success.
Double the Hustle: How Virtual Assistants Changed the Way I Do Business
“I’m so excited! I just quit my job to focus full time on my blog and YouTube channel. My wife and I have saved up, and I’m giving myself a year to make this business succeed.” I admired my new friend’s enthusiasm, but I was disappointed that we hadn’t met before he quit his job. “How much money is your business making?” I asked. “Nothing yet,” he responded. “I want to grow a large following before I focus on monetization.” My heart sank.
How We Saved Money Living the Good Life in Costa Rica
As we checked our backpacks at the airline counter, the agent asked us, “How long will you be in Costa Rica?” Um, what? Where did that come from? I responded, “Nope. My wife is starting graduate school this fall and we realized that it would be cheaper for us to spend the summer in Costa Rica than to continue renting our apartment. Because my work is remote, we can go to where the cost of living is lower.
How We Saved Money Living the Good Life in Costa Rica
As we checked our backpacks at the airline counter, the agent asked us, “How long will you be in Costa Rica?” Um, what? Where did that come from? I responded, “Nope. My wife is starting graduate school this fall and we realized that it would be cheaper for us to spend the summer in Costa Rica than to continue renting our apartment. Because my work is remote, we can go to where the cost of living is lower.
How Moving Brokers Scammed Me Out of $900
One of the easiest times to take advantage of someone is when they’re doing something new and unfamiliar. So, anytime you’re doing something for the first time, keep an eye out for scammers. I had one of these experiences the first time I moved across the country with more stuff than would fit in the back of my car. Despite being a tech-savvy millennial who has traveled across five continents and earned an MBA, I was taken advantage of by “legal” scam artists with a knack for old-school selling.
My Experience Using Allstate's Drive Wise Device to Save Money on Auto Insurance
I work at home and, on a daily basis, don't usually drive outside of the small city of Flagstaff. So my average daily mileage and speeds are relatively low. The exceptions are road trips, usually no more than about three or four hours, one way, from home. Those road trips usually involve driving on the freeway, where speed limits are as high as 75mph.
My Lesson of the "Inside Out Yoga Pants"
“Okay Jesus. What are you teaching me? I know that there is a message and a lesson in this for me. Why have I done this twice? I am a grown freaking woman who hasn’t put her pants on inside out since I was a little girl so tell me what I am not understanding.” The Lord's words were so quick and spontaneous that it shocked me even more! I was also quite convicted as I heard these words boldly and firmly spoken to me. I sat there tearing up and ashamed at the truth.
Tips to Get Through Airport Security Hassle-Free
Flying Has Become a Nightmare Experience Picture yourself standing in front of hundreds of people in your underwear, our bare feet on the tile feel cold, but not as cold as the stares coming from every direction. Time seems to freeze, and then, suddenly, the world around you seems to fly! You cannot move fast enough. Regardless of the speed at which you follow the instructions given, you are never good enough. And the crowd just keeps on staring... annoyed, bothered, unimpressed.
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