My Boss Says 'Cut Costs,' But I Want a Raise! 😩💸

Lately, my manager keeps telling us to cut back on little things—like skipping coffee runs or bringing lunch from home. But honestly, I feel like no matter how much I trim my expenses, it barely makes a dent in my savings. I’m stuck in a job in Chicago making $50k after taxes, and it’s tough to get ahead. I see friends making $100k and their savings grow so much faster, even though their lifestyles aren’t that different. It’s making me wonder if I should focus more on finding a higher-paying job instead of obsessing over every dollar I spend. I’m really stressed about my finances and worried I’ll never get ahead if I just keep cutting costs. Has anyone else felt this way? How did you break out of this cycle? Any advice would mean a lot! 🙏 #JobCareer #CareerGrowth #SalaryNegotiation