Alexis Chateau
Bio
I like cats, camping and FJ Cruisers. Follow my adventures at www.alexischateau.com.
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Should You Take a Gap Year To Travel and Explore?
I graduated from high school at 16 years old. The university I wanted to attend told me I was too young and suggested I take a year off. Instead, I went to community college and then transferred after completing my associate's.
By Alexis Chateau2 months ago in Lifehack
What Kind of Insurance Do I Need for My RV?
Purchasing a recreational vehicle is more like buying a home than a car. Insuring it could feel very much the same. Some insurance companies insure RVs, while some do not. Some provide recreational insurance but will not insure full-time travelers. You could find yourself needing to switch insurance policies for the rest of your possessions, so you can benefit from bundling plans.
By Alexis Chateau3 months ago in Wander
Are You Struggling To Stay Focused? Try These 6 Productivity Hacks.
At almost 33 years old, I’ve begun to wonder whether I have undiagnosed ADHD. Most people who know me might balk at the idea. I get so much done and have a reputation for great focus. However, the truth is that it takes me way more time to get things done than most people because I can only focus when I’m distracted.
By Alexis Chateau7 months ago in Lifehack
These 5 Things Would Make Animal Crossing So Much Better
Let me preface this with 3 critical points: I am a huge fan of The Sims and have played the game since I was 18 years old. (I'm 33) Animal Crossing fascinated me so much that I bought the limited edition ACNH handset before ever playing it for the first time. (No regrets!) I enjoy Animal Crossing, but it has fewer features than The Sims 4 and costs way more.
By Alexis Chateau7 months ago in Gamers
6 Great Places You Can Use Your Interest-Free PayPal Credit
I discovered PayPal Credit while hunting for a rooftop tent in 2021. A personal line of credit with six months of zero interest payment sounded amazing. But, when I applied for the account, PayPal approved me for much less than I needed for the tent.
By Alexis Chateau8 months ago in Lifehack
How To Make More and Work Less as a Freelance Writer
My mom often jokes that she wants to be just like me when she grows up. At 25 years old, I ditched corporate life to pursue a life of adventure and travel. I worked seven days per week to build my freelance business into the indie PR firm it is today.
By Alexis Chateau8 months ago in Lifehack
What I Learned After 2 Years of Experimenting With My Credit Score
I got my Social Security Number shortly after migrating to America. I spent the first few years trying to increase the number so I could qualify for good interest rates on credit cards and a car loan.
By Alexis Chateau9 months ago in Lifehack
How To Avoid Spreading Yourself Too Thin Across Multiple Platforms
Every few months, a new platform emerges for content creation. They all promise excellent monetization options, but how often does this pan out? For most of us, not very often. Even so, there's no way to know which platform will work for you until you try it.
By Alexis Chateau9 months ago in Lifehack
I Made My First $15 on Quora. What Now?
Shortly after migrating to America, I started a Quora account. Throughout 2015, I spent a lot of time on the website answering questions. After this, I rarely even checked Quora, but my account consistently brought in about 20,000 views per month. That's more than my website does.
By Alexis Chateau11 months ago in Lifehack
I Bought My $3,000 e-Bike With a Credit Card. Should You?
Hardcore bikers won't blink twice at shelling out $12,000 for a mountain bike with no motor. But, for your everyday hobbyists, even $1,200 is much too high for our budgets. Nevertheless, if you're considering an eBike, that's the bare minimum.
By Alexis Chateau11 months ago in Lifehack
I Posted an Instagram Reel Every Day for 25 Days. Here's What Happened.
In January 2022, I accepted an invitation from Instagram to join its Reels Bonus program. I am no stranger to monetizing content and know the meager pennies platforms usually pay, so I had no high hopes.
By Alexis Chateauabout a year ago in Journal
How To Break Up With Spotify
Let me begin by saying that I have no desire to argue with you about whether you should cancel your Spotify premium membership. You are free to make your own decisions. I have made mine and have zero interest in convincing you to do anything.
By Alexis Chateauabout a year ago in Lifehack
