Weekender #146

🔎 Job Search: Don’t be fooled by these job ad scams.

🏡 Home: Fall in love with your home using these feng shui-inspired tips.

🎧 Burnout: Listen to this podcast ep to help you frame your job as a relationship.

🤔 Productivity: This article will make you rethink your daily routines.

🛍️ Giveaway: Take Armoire’s style quiz before Tues for a chance to win a free year subscription.

Growing up with a meticulously clean Mexican mother, I learned the value of a spotless home early on.

Despite her calling me cochina (a term of endearment for “filthy girl”) due to my untidy ways — an undiagnosed ADHD kid’s struggle — the appreciation for a well-kept space deeply rooted itself in my psyche.

As an adult, balancing a high-powered job, side hustle, fitness regime, two dogs, and a bustling social life, I found maintaining those standards exhausting, and frankly, unmanageable.

The real tension emerged in the realm of domestic duties shared with my live-in boyfriend, often escalating into arguments. We viewed professional cleaning services as a luxury beyond our means until a transformative moment at an entrepreneur’s conference. A successful millionaire spoke of time as the most valuable investment, reshaping my perspective: if high achievers consider hiring help as a wise investment rather than an unnecessary splurge, why shouldn’t I?

Reevaluating the Investment

The guilt associated with outsourcing cleaning, especially among women, stems from entrenched societal norms dictating domestic roles. Yet, the real cost of doing everything ourselves often outweighs the expense of professional services when you account for the opportunity cost — time that could be spent enhancing your career, nurturing relationships, or simply enjoying life.

The Compelling Benefits

• Time Management: Freeing up hours previously spent on cleaning allows for quality time with loved ones, pursuing hobbies, or indulging in well-deserved relaxation.
• Mental Clarity: A clean and orderly environment significantly decreases stress, fostering a sense of peace and control.
• Healthier Living: Regular professional cleaning reduces household allergens and germs, crucial for families with young children or pets.
• Enhanced Focus: Minimized clutter and mess mean fewer distractions, boosting productivity at home.
• Harmonious Home Life: Diminishing chore-related disputes can improve overall household dynamics.
• Expert Clean: Cleaners bring their expertise, equipment, and high-quality supplies, achieving a level of cleanliness that might be challenging to accomplish alone.
• Consistent Cleanliness: Enjoy a perpetually clean home without the personal time investment.
• Cost Efficiency: Eliminate the need to buy a plethora of cleaning products; professional cleaners come equipped.
• Preservation of Home Value: Maintaining your home in top condition can increase its long-term value and appeal.

Embracing professional cleaning has not only elevated my living standards but also allowed me to reclaim my time, focus on personal growth, and eliminate unnecessary stress. It’s a testament to the fact that investing in such services isn’t merely a monetary transaction but a strategic choice for a better lifestyle.

For anyone struggling to balance life’s demands with maintaining a clean home, consider this: investing in a house cleaner is investing in your wellbeing and future.

It’s worth it, I promise!

Thania (TA Content Mgr)

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Revamp your home office with these essential items designed to boost productivity and add a touch of style. From ergonomic chairs to inspirational prints, find everything you need to create an inviting and efficient workspace:

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Presumed Innocent is a nail-biting legal thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end.

Jake Gyllenhaal stars as a prosecutor murdering his colleague, unraveling a web of secrets and lies that challenge his innocence.

The intense courtroom drama is paired with a personal quest for truth, making it a binge-worthy series.

For fans of: The Night Of, True Detective, The Lincoln Lawyer.

Watch it with: Your true crime loving crew or bestie who loves a good plot twist.

Pair it with: A strong cup of coffee and a weighted blanket for those edge-of-your-seat moments.

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This girl KNOWS what she wants and isn’t afraid to get it. When she demands more snacks, she’ll actually put her foot down — no joke.

She’s also incredibly helpful. Need to find your snack stash? Loki knows exactly where the good stuff is kept. Too slow to open the door? Loki’s there to help open any door with a push down handle.

Too distracted by your phone? Loki will take her leash and walk herself. Feeling too hot and need to open the car window? Loki has you covered while enjoying the breeze herself…thank you child lock windows.

Forgot something outside? Loki remembers and will help you get it. With all these daily tasks, she still finds the time to stop and smell the flowers.

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• A.C.Coy Company is hiring for a Information Technology Financial Analyst (Charleston, WV/Remote).
• Cardone Ventures is hiring for a Social Media Graphic Designer (Scottsdale, AZ).
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