The key to getting stuff for free is getting there first. And trust me, Craigslist users are like bloodhounds with Garmin's. I have put semi-desirable items out on the curb, and within 30 minutes of posting the ad the items were gone! When I am crazy enough to include my email address, I might get 15 email responses within the first hour!
In order to get something valuable for free, you have to jump fast and get there!
One of the benefits of my job is the amazing flexibility I have to create my own schedule. If I need to take my daughter to the doctor at 10:15 on a Thursday morning, I can usually fit it in- and just make up the time later. So it is conceivable that I could spend lots of time chasing after some free mirror, vanity, or drywall at any and all times of the day. But I won't. My allegiance is to my job. They pay me to work hard, be productive, and give my full attention to the mission of the organization. And so does your job!
This project is a hobby, meaning my job takes precedence. Just like I wouldn't sign up for a softball league on Thursdays at 1:00 PM, I can't pick up and run after free junk every Thursday at 1:00 PM. And I probably should not spend that time surfing for design ideas, either. And neither should you!
Now get back to work. Quick! I see your manager coming!
My attempt to finish my basement bathroom . . .for FREE!
Your opportunity to learn how to save big money!
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