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Brilio.net - Who doesn't feel the "pain" of the end of the month? For most employees, the end of the month is often considered the most challenging period of the month. Pockets are thinning, wallets feel increasingly empty, and finally unique tricks emerge to survive until the next payday.
The end of the month often tests an employee's creativity and endurance. Starting from how to organize meals to save as little expenses as possible, every idea and strategy is taken to get through the days of financial crisis. Many are funny, silly, but this is what makes the office atmosphere more fluid and exciting.
From borrowing coffee at the pantry to trying out various survival tricks, employees have secret ways that sometimes make you smile to survive the end of the month. Let's take a look at the habits that usually appear when employees' wallets are running low as compiled by brilio.net from various sources, Saturday (2/11).
1. Looking for free snacks in the pantry.
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Employees who were previously indifferent about snacks in the pantry suddenly became the most diligent in checking the stock of free food. Starting from biscuits, coffee, to instant noodles that usually go unnoticed suddenly become treasures at the end of the month. Not infrequently, some even memorize when the pantry is refilled!
This phenomenon is not only funny, but it also makes the office pantry the most crowded place at the end of the month. The usually quiet pantry becomes full of "regular visitors" who are struggling to survive with emergency supplies.
2. Suddenly bring 'creative' supplies from home.When food money is running low, employees' creativity in preparing food supplies actually increases. Not just ordinary rice and side dishes, but sometimes magical combinations appear such as rice + crackers only, or instant noodle sandwiches. All are valid as long as the stomach is full and the food budget remains safe.
This creative provision is often the subject of jokes with office friends. Not only is it economical, but it also makes the office atmosphere full of laughter because they show off their odd end of the month provision.
3. Make a price list of the cheapest food in the canteen.When the money for food is really limited, the cheapest price list in the canteen becomes the mainstay. Menus such as rice, tempeh or vegetables are often the main choices. Some employees even memorize the most economical menu that is still enough to fill their stomachs all day.
For those who are experts, this cheap and cheerful menu option can still meet nutritional needs without draining your pockets. So, who says you can't eat well at the end of the month?
4. Back to the survival era of instant noodles.
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Instant noodles may be a loyal friend of many employees at the end of the month. Even though they know they are unhealthy, the temptation of instant noodles is always irresistible when finances are tight. Creativity in processing instant noodles has emerged, starting from adding eggs, vegetables, to mixing with leftover food.
Instant noodles at the end of the month are not only a wallet savior, but also a comfort food that reminds of college days. With its cheap price and delicious taste, instant noodles remain the main menu during a crisis.
5. Be more diligent in looking for online promotions and discounts.Discounts and promotions on online applications are a source of hope for many employees at the end of the month. Starting from food promotions, transportation, to shopping for daily necessities, everything is utilized to the maximum. Especially with discounts that can sometimes reach half the price, who wouldn't be tempted?
For some people, this promo hunt has even become a monthly ritual that cannot be missed. Finding a big discount at the end of the month feels like finding a treasure.
6. Don't hesitate to join in on free food at office events.Every time there is an office event that provides free food, employees who are on their last day are always the most enthusiastic to attend. Not only to enjoy the event, but also to taste the dishes provided. This opportunity can be a wallet savior, as well as filling the stomach with more delicious dishes than usual.
Free food at office events not only saves money, but also boosts work spirit. So, if there is an invitation to an office event, don't hesitate to join, okay!
(brl/lea)
