Posts by Katy Willis

Retirement doesn’t stop financial decisions; it multiplies them. Markets change, health costs rise, and taxes still apply, which means even savvy retirees can slip into habits that quietly drain wealth. The good news: small, practical fixes can protect income, lower risk, and stretch savings further. Use this checklist to catch common pitfalls and swap them […]

Starting in your 40s doesn’t mean you’re late it means you’re focused. You likely earn more now, and you can use that to lock in habits that compound. Keep your plan simple, automate what you can, and protect against surprises. A steady mix of saving, smart investing, and risk control helps most. If you want […]

Your work may be solid, but how you show up with others shapes how managers judge you. Research shows that “citizenship” behaviors, helping, speaking up, and showing loyalty, meaningfully influence performance ratings, which means small day-to-day habits can tilt judgments of whether you’re collaborative or not. Perception isn’t always fair, but it is real, and […]

“Quiet quitting” isn’t quitting at all. It means doing the job as written, meeting expectations, not going above and beyond, while setting firm boundaries around time and energy. People choose it when the extra effort no longer feels fair, rewarded, or healthy. It’s a signal that engagement is low, not that the employee is lazy. […]

Juggling work, family, and a social life doesn’t leave much room for extra income but the right side gig fits into nights, weekends, or even 30-minute pockets. The key is choosing work that pays in short bursts, lets you pick your hours, and doesn’t require long ramp-up time. From officiating youth sports to remote customer […]

Some money moves felt smart decades ago, but the rules of the game shift with interest rates, taxes, technology, and the way we invest. Habits that once built security can now slow growth, add risk, or ignore tools that didn’t exist back then. The point isn’t to dunk on an entire generation, it’s to update […]

Some tips sound wise because they’ve been repeated for years. But the workplace keeps changing, and a lot of old guidance now does more harm than good. Below are common nuggets that don’t hold up anymore, and what a better approach looks like today. Each item points you to solid sources so you can see […]

Different generations bring useful habits to work, but some old-school moves hit wrong with younger teammates who value speed, clarity, and inclusivity. The goal isn’t to poke fun at Gen X it’s to flag frictions you can fix with small updates. Think of these as translation guides: here’s what the behavior signals, why it grates, […]

It sneaks up on busy couples: life gets full, and the relationship shifts from “us” to “ops.” When most talk is about calendars, chores, and bills, closeness can fade even if love hasn’t. The good news is that small, steady habits rebuild connection things like responding to each other’s bids for attention, planning novel time […]

Prices and fees have crept up for years, so 2025 is the year many shoppers finally cut obvious waste. The smartest moves aren’t flashy; they’re simple switches that lower monthly bills without hurting quality of life. From skipping pricey add-ons to ditching brand names that don’t add value, small choices stack into real savings. Here […]

The third date is a hinge point where curiosity starts shifting into real momentum. To keep that spark alive, aim for steady signals, plain communication, and easy plans that respect both calendars. Small, specific behaviors do the heavy lifting: timely follow-through, thoughtful invites, and a pace you both help set. Treat this stage like a […]

Part-time doesn’t have to mean low pay. Plenty of skilled roles let you set a flexible schedule, pick up shifts, or stack clients while clearing $30 an hour or more. Health care leads the way, but solid options also pop up in writing, media, real estate, and the trades. Below are 18 roles where part-time […]

Plenty of savvy people still let small leaks drain big money. It’s not usually one giant splurge; it’s the quiet drip of add-ons, markups, “convenience” charges, and services that sound helpful but don’t deliver. The result: higher monthly bills and less cash for goals that matter. Cut the fluff, keep the value, and you’ll feel […]

Money solves some problems and creates very fancy new ones. Most people worry about rent, daycare, and the car making a weird noise. Rich people gripe about waitlists, seating charts, and software updates for a fridge that makes clear ice. The gap can be funny, tone-deaf, or both. Here are the complaints that bubble up […]

Remote work isn’t just customer service and data entry anymore. Plenty of high-skill roles can be done from a home office and pay well above $50 an hour. Most of these jobs sit in tech, business, and healthcare, where work happens on a screen, a call, or in the cloud. Below are realistic, WFH-friendly roles […]