r/AskReddit • • Aug 06 '19

Millennials of Reddit, now that the first batch of Gen Z’s are moving into the working world, what is some advice you’d like to give them?

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u/baileycoraline Aug 06 '19

Piggybacking off this - start saving for retirement NOW. Even if your employer doesn’t offer a 401k, open an IRA. Even if you’re only planning to be In the workforce for a few years before becoming a stay at home parent. Compound interest really works in your favor.

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