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…
Source Location – CC0 License Are you really ready to expand your business? If you have been thinking about doing this lately, then we urge you to slow down and consider that question. We don’t mean give it two minutes of thought and then say that you’ve thought it through. No, we mean really think…
So, you’re thinking about buying a home? What a huge step forward in life! But let’s be honest, navigating the world of mortgages can feel like trying to solve a Rubik’s cube. Don’t get yourself worked up; we’ve got some tricks up our sleeve to help you snag those low interest rates that can save…
CC0 Licensed Image Courtesy of Pexels Everyone learns at different rates, and school can be stressful. With everything going on, it can be hard to study like a pro and keep up your grades. But it isn’t impossible, and it’s even easy when you make some little changes, like making time for it and getting…
Another annual visit from the BFF has come and gone and unsurprisingly, I have another city pass to review. This year we headed up to York for a long weekend and purchased a York Pass to cover most of our sightseeing needs. And, again, big thumbs up for city passes. I had been to York…
Investing offers opportunities to make your money grow. Whether you’re saving for your retirement or looking to boost a wedding or college fund, putting money into investments can help you increase your wealth. There are always risks involved with investing, but there are ways to decrease the chances of losing money. In this handy guide,…
Photo by Trace Constant If you’re in the market for a new car there are some things you should consider before you buy. Buying a new car is an exciting milestone and it is one that you need to ensure that you make an informed decision about. There are some key factors that you need…
Hey there, future trading tycoons! Just stepping into the bustling world of trading, or maybe you’re brushing up your strategies? Either way, knowing how to maximize those profits is a big deal. Let’s jump right into some killer tips that can help even the newest traders kick things off with a bang. Via Pixabay Master…
So, let’s talk today about mid-life PhDs and financial regret. My brother wants to go see a Broadway play while I’m home next month. I am getting absolutely walloped with expenses right now – many my fault. Some also are short term bigger expenses to lower expenses overall. And my first though, after this very…
Ready to step into the world of investing? I know, I know—it can seem a bit like a jungle at first, what with all the weird terms and endless options. But here’s the good news: we’re here to help you make sense of it all and get started on the right foot. Let’s break things…
Let’s face it, the way your business space looks can make or break a client’s first impression. You want them to walk in and immediately think, “Wow, this place means business!” So, how do you make sure your space does just that? Here are six great ideas to give your commercial environment that wow factor…
When you’re running a small business for the first time, you’re going to have to learn the ropes with a lot of different issues. However, while learning to do business can be a challenge, learning how to manage your employers can feel incredibly complex by comparison. You might not have any issues managing them and…
Throughout the world, there are plenty of events that may only happen a few times, or even once every year. Hopefully you’ve done your research and decided what you want to do, things you want to attend while you’re in the area, or maybe you’ve simply travelled for a bit of R&R, and have since…
Profile I am thirty-nine years old, a digital event producer and occasional freelance stage manager. I make $55/hour at the digital production company I work with, though work has been very slow this year and I work as an adjunct. I also work a variety of small side hustles and am a full-time student working…
Starting your own business gives you the chance to find a career you never get bored of. After all, you can build your busines around your hobbies so that you’ll always have a baseline interest in the work you are carrying out! For example, if you’ve always been fashion-forward and love putting together outfits, you’ll…
The cost of living has never been as expensive as it is now and it’s harder than ever to make up extra cash. If you’ve got a big event coming up such as a wedding, a holiday or if you just want to have a bit more of a financial cushion behind you, chances are…
Money is one of the most common talking points at the moment. It’s no secret that costs have soared, leaving many people struggling to make ends meet. Managing your finances won’t eradicate high rates of inflation or expensive rent and mortgage costs, but it can help to reduce the risk of getting into debt and…
I think today I’d like to just rant a little about the sheer chaos of renting a place. So here in the UK, it’s kind of unusual to plan to rent somewhere far in advance. Things become available very less minute. This is not stressful at all. So my boyfriend and I went to look…
I can see a light glowing dimly at the end of the tunnel of this PhD journey, which I say to you from a desk in the bottom floor of the school library on a lovely June morning (it’s lovely June because the undergrads are gone and peace reigns in this library at the moment).…
Stage managing can be a difficult job to balance with anything else. The hours are long. You don’t always know exactly when you’ll be needed. And you may be nomadic – out on tours, cruise ships, or hopping contracts to where ever the next place is that might hire you. And early career stage management…
Oh, the digital age! It’s like we’ve got the world at our fingertips, literally. But as much as we love our endless streams of content and instant connections, there’s a thin line between making the most of it and, well, overdoing it big time. We’ve all been there, caught in the vortex of scrolling, watching,…
Starting as a freelancer can be exciting and liberating. You get to choose your own projects, set your own hours, and work from wherever you want. This flexibility can lead to a better work-life balance, allowing you to spend more time with family and friends, or pursue hobbies and interests. Freelancing can also offer the…
Profile I am thirty-nine years old, a digital event producer and occasional freelance stage manager. I make $55/hour at the digital production company I work with, though work has been very slow this year. I work a variety of small side hustles and am a full-time student working on a PhD in Drama. Spending &…
I usually spend Memorial Day weekend camping in the woods with my family. However, this year, since we’re already heading to America for two weeks at the end of July, that just wasn’t feasible. In the UK, they have an end of May bank holiday on the same Monday we usually celebrate Memorial Day, so…
I have been trying to think about abundance and gratitude and all the good perspective things that help make life a little easier. Maybe this is influenced by the sun finally reappearing in this cloudy, drizzly country. Maybe it’s influenced by my students’ Theatre Festival and the fact that I have been living in a…