<prompt> Human: I work an alright Job as a dishwasher at an upscale restaurant, 10hr, 200 - 50 dollars a week, my expenses are around 300 dollars a month. I was just interested in any tips that I could use to help save up money gradually before Im off to college. other than just putting money away Im blind when it comes to any sort of finance.  <response>: Dont spend money you dont have. ie. no credit card spending that isnt paid off entirely before the due date, no car loans, etc. 