by Cindy Bredwell

Created on: January 14, 2009

Everyday people are working more hours for less money then they should. There are tons of reasons for this and it is different for each person. One focus is single moms take on waitressing jobs, with long hours on your feet, running for people's needs, no breaks, cooks down grading you for being on the other side of the counter. When you are done your feet are swollen, your neck is so tight with tension that you could bounce quarters off it, and all you can do is fall into the car for your ride home. Single men, and familys that need another income also take on these jobs.

There are more jobs out there with longer hours and less pay then there are ones that offer benefits, set hours or even to be apprceated. Do not be ready to throw in the towel, there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Weather you are a man, women, or a teenager tring to help out the family. There are many ways to brighten your life and make your money go farther. To give you a sense of satifaction, to be more in control of your destiny even if you are not able to change jobs right away. It is hard to go from a cash everyday job to one that pays once a week. The transision could be overwelming, but all is not lost.

For singles take the first hour you work and put it aside, go to a bank and open a savings account without a debt card. You would be more temped to go to a cash station to pull out the money then to have to deal with banks being closed and you can't touch it. You would be suprised to see how fast that one hour will add up. Put the credit cards away and pay with cash, if you only have a limited amount in your hand you will not be temped to buy on a binge. When you shop see if you can get someone to watch the kids for a bit. You can consintrate more on bargin shoppping then to have things put in your cart you do not need.

Plan your shoping at more then one store, comparison shop you will find better deals and your money will go farther. Speciality shops have better meat and vegatables prices. The superstores have better prices on cereals, chips, milk, eggs, milk, and bread. Then the big chain stores have specials like 10 for 10 and you can really rack up the deals. Above all make sure you have your coupons. You would be surprised to see what it takes off your bill, plus you can get other coupons on line to.

Do not bring your work home with you, drop it off at the door before you leave. Home is your kingdom do not let the means to your money come in and take over. This is a time for

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