Pexels Perhaps you’ve heard something about database management systems already? A DBM system is the software which functions to organise and manage your databases. Not only can you manage your data, but you can also create and update. The system manages the database engine and the schema as well as the data itself. Using a…
One good thing about working in the arts is that I have a strong hustle mentality. I think that since nearly everyone told me life was going to be really difficult if I took this path, I’ve constantly had an eye out for how to strengthen my financial safety net while I pursue stage managing.…
Everything in this post applies to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. It is the least conservative city in Saudi Arabia. Please be aware that if you are going to any of the other cities, there may be stricter restrictions. I’m going to write the post I couldn’t find about touring in Saudi Arabia as a female. One…
Image via Pexels The single most powerful attribute you can have in your life is enthusiasm. People with passion stand out. They inspire others. And they have the type of influence that creates amazing opportunities. And enthusiasm can work in an almost vital way – when you think back about occasions in your life where…
When I first started this blog, I wrote a lot of posts about debt and flailing around, trying to make ends meet, because that was where I was. Lately, I seem to write more travel tips and worth the splurge articles because that’s where I am. On the broke to rich spectrum, I’m firmly in…
This post could also be subtitled, why to bank the heck out of any windfalls, especially if you’re a contract worker. I remember a few summers ago, after this blog started making a fairly reliable $500/month the majority of the time, I had a bunch of stage management work fall through and the show I…
When going on holiday in a big group it is highly beneficial to book a cottage. After all, this type of accommodation allows everyone to stop in the same place. Thus, people get to enjoy their vacation better because everyone will all be together and this makes the experience much better. When booking cottages for…
Back when I was going to school, all the well meaning folks in my family had a lot of opinions about my degree choice. How would I find work? Did I know it probably wouldn’t pay anything? Did I know most people don’t actually succeed in this field? Didn’t I think I should study something…
No matter which way you look at it, traveling the world is an expensive hobby. Although there are certainly ways to cut the costs of a trip, you are never going to eliminate expenses completely. This creates a huge obstacle for those wanting to get away. However, that doesn’t mean that you should admit defeat.…
Image Credit We’ve all been there. Life has been going pretty well. We are feeling optimistic, and everything seems to be in hand. It could be said that we’re taking life in our stride. But then something comes along and trips us up. It might be bad news that we can’t predict. Some things are,…
If you think that it is only the big corporations that can have their own mobile apps, think again, as you may well be missing out on an excellent opportunity to grow your business. Plenty of small to medium-sized companies are beginning to develop their own apps and making the most of the mobile trend…
There’s much to love about traveling, as we all know, but it’d be wrong to suggest that it’s all fun and games. It positively isn’t. There are times when we’re lost and confused, tired, or we realize that we’ve made some sort of fundamental error with our plans, and understand that life has to get…
Introduction It’s known to all that property is a great asset that has value increasing over time. However, the fact that is known to very few people is that the lucrative business in investing in real estate is comparable to understanding the correlation between the asset coverage and growing the value of terms with time.…
Buying new furniture is a major investment in both time and money. Most people prefer pieces that are appealing, as well as which feel comfortable and fit their space, especially those who have kids and pets. Of course, every piece of furniture has certain features to help you determine whether it’s a good fit. But…
Pixabay We spend the majority of our lives engaged in a tension between what we have and what we want. What we have, for the most part, is a decent income and some money in savings. What we want is a gigantic stock portfolio, monthly dividend payments in the tens of thousands of dollars, a…
I’ve got lifestyle inflation on the brain. A few weeks ago, I was working on a post that had me digging through my old net worth updates to track the financial growth of this blog. Out of the corner of my eye, I half noticed that the amount I spend each month appeared to be…
If you need to make a claim for social security disability or long-term disability, then you would benefit from speaking with an attorney who specialises in this field. I’ve found out the low down on the experts at Osterhout Berger to see how they can help you if you need support in this area. Why…
Lately, you may have found yourself daydreaming more than usual about a number of goals you’d like to accomplish in life. While you’re generally happy with your life and how things are going, you also have this nagging sense you can do, see and experience more in life. At the same time, you know you…
Living frugally and saving your pennies is sometimes done for without question, you scrimp, save and make your money go the extra mile. Sometimes you forget what it all for and so the question begs, why am I so frugal? Usually, it’s so you can save for the more significant expenditure and purchases of your…
Side hustles are a fantastic way of adding another revenue stream to your current income. Of course, you’d have to be careful that you don’t burn out, as side hustle are usually done alongside other forms of work, meaning you can have a lot of you plate all at one time! Luckily, there is an…
Image Credit When something tragic happens in our lives, it can take the wind out of our sails. You might have everything in hand and feel as though you are on top of life, and then something occurs to emotionally catapult you to places you don’t want to be. This kind of setback could come…
Profile I am thirty four years old and I started a new job with a touring circus on the last day of June. I’m pretty excited because it’s part time, so I get to go to crazy and amazing places for a few weeks and then come home for a few weeks. I make $2,000…
When you are just starting out saving money, it might feel like it is never going to happen. Actively putting money away isn’t always the easiest thing to do for people. But making cutbacks it a lot easier. Do you remember when Carrie Bradshaw had to make cutbacks, but still managed to afford some Manolos?…
Image via Pexels Many people dream of running their own business, being in control of their own destiny, making profits for themselves and creating a company and a life which aligns better with their personal values. But while many want to, some are naturally more successful. They have the drive, ability and skillset that suits…
Is your budget a bit tight to stick to? Budgeting can be a great way to manage your finances, but it can be tough – you’ll always want to have more money to put into savings or to spend on yourself. Well, the good news is that there are some ways you can make room…