Do you think earning more money than you currently earn is going to solve your problem with paying the bills? If you say yes, you have a big problem here. Having a raise doesn’t necessarily mean your problem is solved. The thing you have to change is your behavior, because that’s where troubles arise. Example, you earn $3000 more than your previous salary. Your expenses will rise too because you think you have more money now. You will buy unnecessary clothes and gadgets, renovate your house, or eat at a classy restaurant.
Millionaires file for bankruptcy, why? Because they think their money won’t be completely used up. Yet, average people who know how to handle money properly stay afloat even in dire situations. You’ve heard about this a lot of times but let me say it again: learn to budget. Also, save enough money in case there’s an emergency so you don’t have to borrow which will lead to debt and high interest rates.
Be practical. Look around you and you will find poor people who can’t even see this message because they have no computer. Go to Africa and see that others don’t even have food on their plates. I hope this is an eye-opener for everyone.