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big interview by tracy

On Friday I have a huge job interview. The thought of it makes my stomach flip. Three or four people on that side of the table….me on this side of the table….sweat….palpitations….ugh.

Buying a car by tracy

I was seriously jerked around when I got my first used car. I got my car in the state of California, but I bought a car that was illegal to be sold in California because it didn’t meet the smog standards. It was a pain to get it all straightened…

Coffee rules by tracy

That’s it folks. Coffee rules. See, we can have frivolous thoughts too. But you know what, coffee is no joke. I can’t move in the morning without it. It’s serious business here at 6am when I wake spontaneously and go to the computer….the coffeepot has to be on, or I…

I Hate My Boss by tracy

It really does suck to hate your boss. But– you have to keep your job…. There are a few options as I see it. 1. You *can* quit. You might not like the financial consequences. Be sure you’ve put in some time there and then line something else up first.

my first credit card by tracy

My first credit card. I remember the first swipe, it was so easy! Yeah, I knew it was something to be careful about, but it would be handy for emergencies. I was on my own for the first time and it seemed like a useful thing for delaying payment on things…

Asking for a raise by tracy

Bosses like to see that employees have initiative, interest in their jobs, and reward people who do good work. That does not mean just showing up and being a warm body in the workplace. If you have a review coming up, maximize your chances at getting a raise. This is what…