Every self-employed girlie needs a money system, here’s how I earn and save!
The listicle you’ve all been waiting for. I’m adding one new tip every day to celebrate 1,000 days of quitting corporate. Understand the behind-the-scenes of how I actually live my frugal-meets-extravagant lifestyle while earning an inconsistent income.
Save Money
Use your library card. My goal to read 45 books in 2025 would cost me up to $900 a year if I bought books new.
Total saved: ~$900, Total earned: $0
Earn Money
Participate in class action settlements. In April 2023, I submitted a claim for a Facebook class action and in October 2025 I earned $30.61. It was deposited directly in my PayPal account.
Total saved: $0, Total earned: $30.61
Earn Points
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Earn Gift Cards
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Travel Hacks
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Total Impact
Total saved: $900
Total earned: $30.61
Total impact to net worth: + $930.61
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Disclaimer: I am not a financial advisor. My suggestions are simply suggestions and not financial advice. You should always consider your personal financial situation and what works best for you prior to making financial decisions because personal finance is… well… personal.
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