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items I regularly post on my blog by the name of The Bold Dev. Follow me as I talked about reading, side hustles, writing, digital art, and all things tech.
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From: Things I’ve Bought from Amazon That Were Actually Worth It
From: The Tech Tools I Actually Use Every Week
From: How Much I Made with Side Hustles in June
From: Searching for the Perfect AirPods Alternative
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Posts on my blog- feel free to check them out!
Just wrapped up a year with Brandclub and earned $72.68… but the locked rewards, slow syncing, and hidden fees weren’t worth it. My honest review:
Why I Ditched Brandclub (After a Year of Using It)
I talk about any side hustle income that I made in June
How Much I Made with Side Hustles in June
The tech tools I actually use every week to stay organized, manage ADHD, and juggle work, side hustles, and real life without burning out.
The Tech Tools I Actually Use Every Week (That Help Me Stay Sane)
I actually talk about my experience with Benable so far!
Benable Might Be My New Favorite Side Hustle (and I Didn’t Even Have to Dance for It)
Three months ago, I bit the bullet and walked away from Meta and X. No more Facebook scrolling. No more tweeting into the void. No more Insta posts. Here is what I learned.
What Happens When You Quit Meta and X? Lessons from My Experience
I know I am a part of a minority when I say that I don’t like AirPods. Or rather, AirPods don’t like me. Here are 4 alternatives I've tried.
Searching for the Perfect AirPods Alternative: 4 Headphones Reviewed
Like many, I challenged myself to read more in 2025. My goal for this year is simple: read one book a month.
How to Read More Books in 2025- Tips & My Personal Challenge
A little over a month ago, I embarked on a blogging challenge to kick start my habit of writing. I’ve always wanted to have a blog, so this is the time to take it – and myself! – seriously.
What I learned from this challenge wasn’t just about blogging; it was about self-discovery, flexibility, and giving myself permission to grow at my own pace.
What I learned from this challenge wasn’t just about blogging; it was about self-discovery, flexibility, and giving myself permission to grow at my own pace.
Lessons From a Blogging Challenge: Adapting, Growing, and Finding My Voice
Stuff I've found on Amazon that I love to talk about!
Things I’ve Bought from Amazon That Were Actually Worth It
From: Things I’ve Bought from Amazon That Were Actually Worth It
I'm trying this out as a new way to make sure I take my meds. We'll see how it does!
14 Days Pill Dispenser, Push Button, Blue
Listen. Tik Tok has gotten me many times before. But this one is legit. I take these little buds everywhere.
I don't know if it's my ears in particular, but most earbuds fall off, including AirPods. These stay in play and the audio is great especially for the price point. If you get influenced by anything, let it be this.
I don't know if it's my ears in particular, but most earbuds fall off, including AirPods. These stay in play and the audio is great especially for the price point. If you get influenced by anything, let it be this.
JLab JBuds Mini True Wireless Earbuds
Love these clips so much! Definitely an upgrade from the claw clips that keep breaking on me.
8 Pack Large Matte French Flat Hair Clips
This little tripod has been amazing! I love taking it with me everwhere I go!
ULANZI MA30 Magnetic Phone Tripod Stand for iPhone
From: The Tech Tools I Actually Use Every Week
Here are the tech tools I love and use regularly
I LOVE LOVE LOVE YNAB. It's helping me learn more about my finances, making it easier to budget and keep track.
Your Invite to Try YNAB
I use this program daily. Keeps me organized in this chaotic world!
Notion
From: How Much I Made with Side Hustles in June
Referral codes to the sites I mentioned!
Here's $10 to get started on Kale! 💰I've been earning money on this app by creating content about cool brands. I think you'd like it too! 🥬
Kale
I love Ibotta and think you might like it too! It’s free, easy to use, and I’ve earned some decent money just by making everyday purchases. If you’re interested, use my referral code 'kilicrx'.
Ibotta
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Eureka Surveys
Use my code MELISSA652292 to sign up!
I use this occasionally for some restaurants. It doesn’t work for gas stations like Sam’s, which is where I mainly get my gas right now. But their repertoire of restaurants is growing, so getting cash back for a...
Earn every time you shop: Gas, grocery, and food | Upside
Good for a few extra bucks every now and then!
AttaPoll - Paid Surveys
From: Searching for the Perfect AirPods Alternative
These are the headphone alternatives mentioned in this post!
THE PAIR OF HEADPHONES I RAVE ABOUT. 10/10
Listen. Tik Tok has gotten me many times before. But this one is legit. I take these little buds everywhere.
Listen. Tik Tok has gotten me many times before. But this one is legit. I take these little buds everywhere.
JLab JBuds Mini True Wireless Earbuds
The first Airpod alternative I tried.
Beats Powerbeats Pro Wireless Earbuds
Newest version of PowerBeats Pro. HOT TIP: If you buy them from Apple but don't love them, you can return them open box without any restocking fees.
Powerbeats Pro 2 — High-Performance Earbuds — Jet Black
The second pair of earbuds I tried. Cheapest pair of them all.
TOZO A1 Wireless Earbuds Bluetooth 5.3
Third pair of wireless buds I purchased. Great pair for the price! Check out the regular vs the Pro.
CMF Buds Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds, 42dB NC