<prompt> Human: As the title states Im a middle schooler with what may seem like a paltry sum to most but is a substantial chunk of change to me. I have a savings account cant remember exact interest rate, something dreadfully low and Im 14 so I can attempt to acquire a job, be it mowing lawns or something else. So reddit what can I do to make this money grow and what can I do with it to ensure good money habits in the future?Assistant: Enjoy being a kid. Worry about all this in 3,4 years. Human: Seconded. If anything, post-secondary education should be hisher focus for the next 3-4 years.Assistant: I would except for the fact that all the classes I have and all the teachers and both my parents are always emphasizing do this do that, pad your college resume! That one is for real and the constant badgering about this kind of thing really kind of freaks me out. That coupled with the horror stories I hear from the same people having to do with going broke because they didnt start saving early is really, ah, disheartening  <response>: And they have experience with this. The key is to pay attention and look carefully at your career choice. What motivates you? What subjects in school are you good at and enjoy? Can you intern this summer at a local company? Shadow an engineer? Find out what you like. Now is the time to start your goals. As long as youre responsible, money will take care of itself. If finance is something youre worried about, youre free to lurk this sub and learn. But IMHO, its not something that is worth losing sleep over. 