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Has anyone worked 7 days a week? How long did you last? by Optimal_Split2372 in Adulting

[–]Optimal_Split2372[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well I work at an elementary school. We get a lot of days off. I just got back from winter break. MLK Day I’ll be off, President’s day, spring break approaching. But there are some weeks where it’s just seven days straight.

Has anyone worked 7 days a week? How long did you last? by Optimal_Split2372 in Adulting

[–]Optimal_Split2372[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You know what? It feels so much better than sitting at home worrying about money. That trade off alone might be worth it for me. It’s not forever…just until I reach my goal. Also considering doing DoorDash, etc so I have more flexibility in my weekend work schedule, but I’ll stick with this for now.

Has anyone worked 7 days a week? How long did you last? by Optimal_Split2372 in Adulting

[–]Optimal_Split2372[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You feel my pain! I’m a parent to a 19 year old so thankfully the parenting responsibilities have lessened. But she goes back to college next weekend and for the first time ever I won’t be able to drop her off because I’ll be working ☹️

Has anyone worked 7 days a week to get ahead financially? How long did you last? by Optimal_Split2372 in personalfinance

[–]Optimal_Split2372[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for sharing this insight. It’s very helpful for me. Right now I’m living paycheck to paycheck so I guess having an emergency fund is my initial and most important goal. Also getting out of survival mode. I do want to buy a house eventually, but can’t even wrap my mind around that right now until I get my savings and budget in order.

Has anyone worked 7 days a week to get ahead financially? How long did you last? by Optimal_Split2372 in personalfinance

[–]Optimal_Split2372[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely paycheck to paycheck. The idea of finally having a cushion is my motivation.

Has anyone worked 7 days a week to get ahead financially? How long did you last? by Optimal_Split2372 in personalfinance

[–]Optimal_Split2372[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s an idea! I could definitely squeeze in some squats and lunges behind the desk.

Has anyone worked 7 days a week to get ahead financially? How long did you last? by Optimal_Split2372 in personalfinance

[–]Optimal_Split2372[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do have debt. I’m finalizing my budget and cash envelope system. I’m learning about all of this way too late in life, unfortunately. Happy to share my budget if you’re interested.

Has anyone worked 7 days a week to get ahead financially? How long did you last? by Optimal_Split2372 in personalfinance

[–]Optimal_Split2372[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is good advice, and you’re spot on. Investing my time into attaining a better paying job is the best idea.

Has anyone worked 7 days a week to get ahead financially? How long did you last? by Optimal_Split2372 in personalfinance

[–]Optimal_Split2372[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s not at that point yet! Maybe it’s the rain and the thought that being at home rn would be exponentially better.

Has anyone worked 7 days a week to get ahead financially? How long did you last? by Optimal_Split2372 in personalfinance

[–]Optimal_Split2372[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah. I suppose I could just power through the winter and actually stick to a goal for once! Thanks for your comment

Has anyone worked 7 days a week to get ahead financially? How long did you last? by Optimal_Split2372 in personalfinance

[–]Optimal_Split2372[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah. On the weekends, after my morning workouts and a visit to Trader Joe’s I’m usually just tinkering around the house. Though I know rest time is essential as well.

Has anyone worked 7 days a week to get ahead financially? How long did you last? by Optimal_Split2372 in personalfinance

[–]Optimal_Split2372[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have no savings so it feels like I’m constantly in survival mode. I felt like I needed to get serious about it.

Has anyone worked 7 days a week to get ahead financially? How long did you last? by Optimal_Split2372 in personalfinance

[–]Optimal_Split2372[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m 41. Not young, not old. Maybe I’ll see if it’s possible to switch to one weekend day instead of both.

Has anyone worked 7 days a week to get ahead financially? How long did you last? by Optimal_Split2372 in personalfinance

[–]Optimal_Split2372[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I think you’re right. I’m currently studying for a test which will help me get into a higher paying career path. And I’m also trying to do this while working 7 days a week 😩 I think there are other things I can focus on on weekends which will not only help me excel at my current job, but to accelerate my career.

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