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Burnout exists in all careers — it does not discriminate based on your job, schedule, race, pay, or length of tenure, although it is more common in women. Until last May, I had not personally experienced burnout and I attributed that to the fact that I love my job (I’m a college professor). But, after […] More
We’ve all been there. You’re minding your business and your budget, when out of nowhere, one of your friends suggests a girls trip; or you get an invite to be a bridesmaid; or your friends want to go to dinner somewhere a little out of your budget. You buck up the courage to say no […] More
A couple of years ago, I had a rude awakening. I was sitting at work one afternoon, mindlessly going about my day, when a single thought materialized in my mind. This is not what I want to do with my life. My job was neither challenging nor interesting. I wasn’t on a career path that […] More
New year… new job? We know, that’s not quite the cliché “new year, new you” slogan you’re used to seeing this time of year. But, it still has some merit. The start of a brand new year (and in this case, an entirely new decade) can be thrilling. That turning of the calendar represents a […] More
A side-hustle can be a great way to gain some extra cash alongside your full-time job, but it also has its downsides. Experts recommend working no longer than 40 hours a week, and squeezing in a side-hustle alongside your usual shifts can be harmful for your physical and mental health. It’s therefore not surprising that […] More
Job hunting can be terrifying, overwhelming, and exhausting, but it can also be exhilarating, satisfying, and easier than you think. From those who have unexpectedly lost their jobs to the gals attempting a career change, putting your best foot forward is going to make the job hunt that much easier. Here are a few quick […] More
After I graduated college, I landed my first full-time job at a tech company — an ecommerce consulting firm, to be exact. I remember feeling so clueless the day of my interview; showing up with the portfolio I’d scraped together with all of my writing from various creative writing assignments. I discussed my essays, some […] More
It is no secret that sometimes women have to do more with less, and unfortunately, the area where this seemingly affects us the most is our finances. We have all heard of the gender wage gap, as well as the unfortunate truth that historically, women have been discouraged from discussing their finances. But there’s yet […] More
