All posts in Work & Money
I’m a Business, Man: The Glorification of the Hustle
Somewhere during the last 15 years or so, we began redefining our view of the successful career path. High school. University. Entry-level position. Management. Retirement. They just weren’t sexy enough …
Afraid to Call in Sick to Work?
“If you drop down, they will just put out an ad for a vacancy.” I was reminded of this harsh reality, a few weeks ago. If you’re a workaholic, like …
What’s the Big Deal About Having a Degree?
When I told my mother that I wanted to take a year off, after secondary school, before going to university, she tried to be okay with it. When I …
Revelations from Boss Hell and Heaven
The last time I had a boss was in 2009. Good God, my mind is doing cartwheels over that sentence! Bosses can make you cry, cuss, and crumble, particularly if …
Are you Guilty of a Negative Workplace Mentality?
“Yayyy! I got a job!” Most persons share these sentiments after that most anticipated phone call, post interview. Feelings of happiness, jubilation and excitement rush through your veins, as you …
Mommy, Daddy, I’m a Working Girl Now!
A few months ago, I finished law school. I can’t lie. This was met with jubilation and excitement from all around. Let me put it into context. I’ve been in …
Love at the Office: Smart or Stupid?
So yuh find yuhself suddenly attracted to someone. This person could actually be “the one”, and suddenly you’re daydreaming about their smile, and their walk, and stalking – ok ‘checking’ …
Young People Eh: What it’s like Being the Baby at Work
Most of us have been the youngest employee at work at some point in our lives, and we know what comes along with it… some benefits… and some even more …
Are Your Work Friends Your Real Friends?
How many of you have made real friends at work? Call me cynical, but finding trustworthy individuals in an office environment, to some, may seem like trying to find Calder …
Scrunting or Balling: Wait til I get my Money Right
“Cash, Rules, Everything, Around, Me C.R.E.A.M. Get the money Dollar, dollar bill y’all” – Wu Tang Clan People may make the world go ‘round, but money keeps them motivated. That’s …
