I would have to say that one of life’s biggest investments is the investment that you make in yourself. If you don’t take care of yourself, then who is going to? (I am not trying to be pessimistic, but taking a realistic point of view). What I mean by investing in yourself is not by just financial investments but an overall health investment.

Do you exercise and eat right? Do you go to the doctor to make sure you are up to par? By making an investment in yourself or taking care of your health you are actively investing more time onto your own longevity and happiness. What do you think? What could you do or have been doing to make sure your investment is going the distance?

Lately, I have been looking into other potential job opportunities. I want to be noticed through the piles of applications that many companies are receiving. In order to do this, I thought to myself “What are some of the attributes that companies are looking for and what are some tips to help land a job?” I have been researching for these tips and have come up with a few good ones that might be helpful, not only to me, but for others.

1. Staying motivated throughout the application process is important. Know you will land a job and continue to have this attitude with each job you apply for.

2. Take the time needed and careful consideration when applying for each position. Is your resume tailored to the position you are applying for? Your resume might need to be refreshed.

3. If you are granted an interview, make sure that you know the position and company you have applied for. Knowledge can show that you have taken the time to apply and have done your homework!

4. Sell yourself in the interview. Let them know how you can contribute to their company and help them with future endeavors.

5. Stay positive and be persistent.

I hope this helps with your job search and good luck!

     So, I have been thinking of other ways to earn some cash. My husband and I are going to be going to a foreign country in August. We have been saving money but I would like to have some extra money saved as an emergency fund. I just want to be able to have money available to have “just in case.” I have been trying to brainstorm other ways to make some extra cash without getting another job because that would interfer with us leaving. So far, I have come up with:
1. Clean out our home and have a yard sale.
2. Selling my prom dresses from high school.
3. Offer up my babysitting services.
     Other than these ideas, I am having trouble coming up with other ones. What have you done to make a little extra cash? What are some ways to either save money or make some extra money?