I see him six to eight times a month.

He asks how my job is and if I will be looking for a new job soon.

I provide various responses depending on my mood mostly positive.

Two male friends have a conversation over beer.

He then tells me that he is considering a new job.

He either says I can pretty much name my price anywhere or I want to make $500K.

I dont mind these questions, as I am happy hes doing well.

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Is this in my head?

I feel like he doesnt care about asking about my job he just wants to talk about himself.

Bugged by Bragging

Dear Bugged,

Have you asked this same question to your friend?

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You dont have to be accusatory or even suggest that he doesnt care about your job.

Why has it been coming up for you so much lately?

Dana Miranda is a Certified Educator in Personal Finance, author, speaker and personal finance journalist.