Living in Seattle is expensive (and only getting worse). Therefore, on top of my full-time job, I have been looking for a part-time gig over the last few months to be able to afford enjoying my life (what a concept, right?).

I send my resume to employers who are hiring, with a cover letter explaining I’m looking for a PART-TIME gig, three to four days a week (sometimes even five if the pay or hours of the job are worth it), and what times I’m available. If I reach the interview stage, at some point during the interview, without fail, they try to get me to open my availability to seven days a week.

For a part-time gig, three to five days of availability is plenty for you to work with. I’m not giving you full access to me if you’re only giving me part-time hours anyway. I’m not falling for

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