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A sneak peek at the chapters
Practical, real and written with compassion, because stepping into adulthood shouldn't feel like standing at a crossroads with no signs.
Chapter one
Budget Like a Boss
Managing Your Money with Confidence
When we talk about "finance," many people instantly feel a sense of dread. Thoughts of budgeting, paying bills, affording rent, or saving for major purchases like a car or a house can feel overwhelming, especially if you're just starting out.
But here's the thing: you don't have to be an expert to be in control of your money. In fact, understanding just a few financial basics can set you up for independence, freedom, and confidence in your choices.
Chapter two
Bank Accounts
Your First Step to Financial Independence
A bank account is one of the most basic financial tools, but don't let that fool you into thinking it's unimportant. In fact, how you manage your bank account can influence your financial independence, safety, and even future borrowing potential.
Even in later life, it is essential that you always have a bank account in your own name.
Chapter four
Get Hired, Get Paid
How to Land the Job and Thrive Once You're In
Whether you're applying for your first casual job, starting a career after finishing your studies or transitioning into a new role, there's one thing that stands between you and your opportunity: your resume.
But a resume is only the beginning. Starting work can be a steep learning curve, and this chapter fills the gap, helping you show up confidently and succeed in those early working years.
Chapter five
Legal Basics You Need to Know
The Rules You're Expected to Follow, Whether Anyone Explains Them or Not
There's a common assumption that once you turn 18, you somehow just know the rules of the adult world. But the truth is, very few people have ever actually been taught the legal basics of what you're allowed to do, what you're responsible for, and what happens when you sign on the dotted line.
Too often, young adults learn the law by getting caught in it.
Excerpts from Not Another Textbook by Sonja Pfitz.
