At 18 I was looking for extra money.

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Turning 18 was a big event for me. It was time to prepare for the future. Less relying on my parents' wealth and begin earning money myself. I was a senior in high school about to start in Berkeley the following year. A part-time job would be a good start. I didn't know where to begin.

One evening I was shopping at Trader Joe's and noticed a small card near the front door. It said, 'Looking for a reliable person to cut the grass in North Berkeley Hills once a week. Interested? Call me at this number 510-.......'

I grabbed...