How old are you?
36
Where do you live? City and State (or Country if outside the U.S.)
Cleveland, OH
Do you like where you currently live? Why or why not?
I do love it. It is a very easy city. We have the beach at the lake, it’s very walkable and is a tight knit community
Do you have any hobbies? What are they?
Volleyball, Biking, Hiking, Swimming, Triathlon training.
What is your highest level of education?
Bachelor’s
Where did you go to school? What did you study?
SCAD/Notre Dame College. Studied Studio Arts
Are you currently employed?
Yes
What is your current occupation?
Design Manager
Do you like your current occupation / job? Why or why not?
No. I absolutely hate it. It is owned by PE and we have trimmed down so much it’s impossible to get things done. It’s also a very toxic work environment.
What is your yearly salary (or approximate yearly compensation)? Feel free to include any bonuses or other compensation perks you may receive this year.
$90,000
Have you ever been promoted at work? What position(s) were you promoted to?
Yes. Manager
Have you ever negotiated your salary? If so, how did that go / what was the outcome?
No.
Do you have a second job or side hustle? If yes, what is it and what do you do?
Yes, I teach workout classes.
If you have a second job or side hustle, about how much money do you make *monthly* from your second job / side hustle?
$200
What is your relationship status?
In a relationship
Do you and your partner have joint or separate finances?
Separate
What is your *monthly* rent / mortgage for your household?
$900
Do you have any children / dependents? If yes, how many?
0
Do you have any pets? If yes, what kind?
1 cat
About how much do you spend on groceries *each week*?
150
Are you debt free?
No
What kinds of debt do you have?
Car payment
Student loan
Credit card
How much *cash* savings do you have currently?
< $500
Are you currently investing/saving for your retirement?
Yes
About how much money do you have invested/saved for retirement? Are you satisfied with this number?
30,000. Not satisfied with that number.
What’s been your favorite purchase this year?
I purchased Wild deodorant – I love that it is eco friendly and that I won’t be overbuying deodorants. I notoriously would buy a 2 pack and then lose one. Then start the process all over again. And I’d end up with 6 deodorants.
What’s one piece of advice you’d give to your younger self?
Things don’t make you happy. Have confidence in who you are and what you love. Don’t buy shit to try to make people like you.
What current goals do you have? (ex. Health goals, Fitness, Money, Career, Travel, etc.)
Saving money. I just moved in with my boyfriend and will be saving a TON. I have debt to pay off, so it will be a slow start.
Health goals are to lose weight. I am heavily overweight and miss being able to do the things I used to do.
Career goals are to find a job I like. I hate what I do and the company I work for.
What are you currently struggling with, if anything?
Work and finding a decent balance with it.
What accomplishments of yours are you most proud of?
I dug myself out of a whole emotionally and financially. Putting your mind to something and understanding WHY you are are doing it helps SO much.
What makes you imperfect?
Everything! I thrive in a minimalistic environment, but have so much stuff.
I love working out and being healthy, but I love junk food.
I love my humans, but definitely get short with everyone because I need a massive amount of alone time.
It’s Personal is an anonymous blog series about the personal lives and finances of women.
