Profile I am forty years old, an occasional digital event producer and freelance stage manager. I also work as a TA and an adjunct. I also work a variety of side hustles and am a full-time student working on a PhD in Drama. Spending & Saving So income this month was grim and expenses were…
Pexels Traveling is a great way to get outside your comfort zone and see the world. There are many different experiences you can have depending on where you choose to visit. You want to make sure that you plan ahead and are organized so that you can have a good time getting away. There are…
This is a sponsored post with affiliate links. I spend a little too much time on Etsy. I mean, the things are ridiculously cute and I like feeling like I’m buying from a real human. And they’ve got something for season, like these fall décor essentials. But recently I’ve been doing some Etsy shopping with…
I just got back from a pretty cool conference in Istanbul, Turkey. My university really pushes that you present your work at least once a year somewhere, so that generally means attending at least one conference. This push to present your work is a pretty common requirement of PhD programs. For some of you reading,…
Pexels – CC0 License We tend to worry if a pet is right for our family. What if the breed we choose is not suitable for our children, or what if our lifestyle just isn’t set up to walk a larger dog for ninety minutes each day? But while these questions are of course appropriate,…
I confess. Sometimes I am cheap. And sometimes it backfires. And today, I am going to share a story about it. So I’ve just moved out into the suburbs. My partner and I quickly realized the bus schedule is a lie and it doesn’t run nearly as often as we thought and in reality, the…
Work environments have evolved significantly from the cubicle dominated and fluorescent lit settings of the past days. Today’s businesses are adopting design principles that foster teamwork, harness creativity and prioritize employee wellness. If you’re aiming to enhance your workspace a few notable trends are worth exploring. Ranging from open-plan layouts and nature inspired elements to…
Image credit We all know businesses are in it to make money, but here’s a thought: What if businesses could make money and make a difference? If you think about it, doing both could help make your business appear more professional, but at the same time, it can help make it more successful, too. So,…
Profile I am forty years old, a digital event producer and occasional freelance stage manager. I work as a TA and an adjunct. I also work a variety of side hustles and am a full-time student working on a PhD in Drama. Once in a blue moon, I still get to be a stage manager.…
So when I began my PhD journey, it was very important to me that, along with whatever academic outputs I managed, I wanted to create something that had the potential to impact the industry. It’s one thing to write a PhD thesis that like 10 people total might ever read about how care ethics and…
Two years? Ten? What if it was just a few minutes a day? …ok. This is starting to sound a little like those get-rich-quick Instagram digital marketing scams. And that’s not what I’m getting at. I’ve been thinking a little bit about the income from my blog the past week. I’ve been at this for…
When you start to realize that your debt is becoming insurmountable, as your finances currently stand, there really is nothing that describes the feeling quite like a spiral. It pulls your finances down, your mental health down, and it can feel like you’re sinking with no options. That is not true, however. There are options,…
There is no doubt that it can be tricky to find the right job, even at the best of times. But if you have been looking for a while and you are wondering what you might be able to do to improve this situation, the truth is that it’s going to be much better and…
Image Source As a healthcare professional, your primary focus is undoubtedly quality patient care. However, ensuring the financial health of your practice is equally crucial for delivering exceptional care. Effective healthcare financial management is the cornerstone of a sustainable healthcare organization. Understanding Your Financial Health To achieve financial sustainability, start by gaining a comprehensive understanding…
So if you’ve been following the moving saga a little bit over here, you’ll know I’ve moved about an hour outside London to the suburbs, with my boyfriend. We have a ton more space and my rent went from £1125 a month for a severely problematic one bedroom flat that was in an excellent place…
Image credit There’s this idea that starting an at-home business is cheap, and yes, there’s some truth to it as the barriers to entry are super lower compared to a physical business, but no matter if your business is online or not, there’s one thing that all entrepreneurs have in common right from the start-…
Running a successful restaurant requires more than just good food and service. To ensure long-term growth, restaurant owners must be proactive in implementing strategies that attract customers, improve operations, and enhance the overall dining experience. Here are some essential tips to help your restaurant thrive in a competitive market. Photo by Marcus Herzberg: 1. Focus…
Pexels Life can be challenging sometimes and may throw you curveballs. This may cause you to feel down or fall into a slump that’s hard to pull yourself out of. The good news is that there is a lot that is in your control on any given day. It’s important that you practice self-care and…
Profile I am forty years old, a digital event producer and occasional freelance stage manager. I work as a TA and an adjunct. I also work a variety of side hustles and am a full-time student working on a PhD in Drama. Once in a blue moon, I still get to be a stage manager.…
Starting a business on a budget can have its challenges but it’s something that’s still possible even if a little bit harder than it would be if you had investors with deep pockets. When starting up a business, you only have so many chances to make it a success and every move you make will…
There are so many factors that you need to try to get right when it comes to making the right changes when you are looking to run a school more effectively. It is vital to make sure you understand some of the best ways of being able to run a school in the best possible…
In the early days of this blog, I wrote a series of posts called Doin ‘it by the Decade and I did a little of (quite-honestly, in retrospect, half-assed) research about what sort of things I should and should be doing as I progressed through each decade. Side Note: Hilariously to me, the hideous infographic…
Image Credit: Todd Trapani from Unsplash. Everyone deserves to have a few hobbies in their lives. They help you relax, make friends, and have some fun all at the same time. As much as you might want it, you mightn’t want to go out and about to do them. You don’t have to settle for…
Today I’m pretty much just going to complain about moving and what an abject mess it always seems to be. So I’ve found a London-based side hustle, if anyone is looking for one – rent out automatic cargo vans. The project this has been to figure out a cost effective way to move two people’s…
Just like everything else, the world of learning is changing. It’s not just about sitting in a classroom anymore. Nowadays, the learning landscape is this vibrant, buzzing ecosystem that’s all about giving us endless opportunities to grow—personally and professionally. Whether you’re looking to nail a new skill or climb the career ladder, this new learning…