The Power of Earning: Why a First Job Matters

Your teen’s first job—whether it’s babysitting, mowing lawns, or working part-time after school—can be a powerful financial milestone.

At Jackson County 1st Credit Union, we see this as the perfect time to introduce more advanced financial concepts like direct deposit, budgeting, and responsible spending.

Earning their own money gives teens a sense of independence and pride. It also opens the door to financial education that sticks: how to read a pay stub, calculate taxes, and make choices with their income.

Encourage them to split their earnings—some for spending now, some for saving, and even some for giving. Our youth savings and checking options make it easy to manage money with confidence, with support from both parents and our team.

A first job is about more than just money—it’s about learning, growing, and preparing for financial adulthood.

4466 Clinton Street
Marianna, FL 32446
850-526-4470
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