So I have a wildly frustrating silly little money story to share this week that is the epitome of a developed world problem, but here we go. I am a grad student living in London. Because of this, plane tickets to European countries are very cheap. Plane tickets home to the U.S. are not. A…
Why is customer service so often as difficult to navigate as possible? Let me share a story about Chewy and PayPal and the ridiculously frustrating $1000+ I have been chasing for two weeks now. A few weeks ago, I woke up to a bunch of emails from my Chewy account saying I had purchased $1034…
Image credit Communication and performance are vital in business. This is a given. But when your communication is below par, and you aren’t getting the right message across, this can be disastrous for all involved. After all, communication is a two-way process, and you must be modeling excellent communication skills to ensure that all your…
I have spent a lot of the last year complaining about my finances as a PhD student, but not much time talking about actual life as a PhD student – so today’s post is a review of what my first year as a theatre/drama PhD student has been like. It’s been a fairly strange journey.…
This post contains affiliate links. Mother’s Day gifts are kind of hard, aren’t they? Hopefully you have a mom as awesome as mine was and it was always so difficult to find her a good gift. She was a really chill person and years ago I figured out that she would be happy with a…
Photo by Headway on Unsplash Running a small business takes commitment, hard work and the right strategies in order to be successful. One area which can make or break it is human resources (HR). HR manages your employees – a key asset to your business. However, HR may benefit significantly by outsourcing. In this article,…
Profile I am thirty eight years old and I’m a digital event producer and very occasional freelance stage manager. I make $55/hour at the digital production company I work with. I work a variety of small side hustles and am a full time student working on a PhD in Drama. Spending & Saving Work is…
I was recently thinking about one of my favorite parts of stage managing and for me, it has definitely been travel. You get to be a part of some of the most exciting productions in the world, working with talented performers, designers, and technicians to create unforgettable experiences for audiences. One of the biggest perks…
Your child’s education does not begin and end with what they learn in school. While the subject matter they cover there will undoubtedly be important, it doesn’t teach them about all aspects of life, how they manage their own well-being and future potential. As such, we will look at steps you can take to ensure…
Depression is a very serious and debilitating mental health disorder that affects millions of people around the world. It can cause feelings of sadness, hopelessness, emptiness, and worthlessness which can lead to a loss of interest in activities once enjoyed. It’s important to remember that depression is not something that needs to be suffered through…
Between the recession and being right in the middle of this (possibly insane) decision to get a PhD, I have been dealing with more financial uncertainty than I’m used to. Every once in a while, I scroll through my old accountability updates and try to remind myself that I’ve weather periods of uncertainty just fine…
If you want to study far more effectively then you have come to the right place. This guide will show you how you can make the most of the hours you have, without making you feel as though you are constantly putting hours of effort into something that isn’t going to work for you. Space…
May is right around the corner and it makes me think of being a shiny, new graduate. What an absolutely freaking terrifying exciting time! As a new graduate stage manager, I remember the challenges that come with navigating the financial landscape after graduation. It can be overwhelming to figure out how to make ends meet…
Starting a business requires making it stand out from competitors. Whether you’re working from home or out in public, there are plenty of ways to make your enterprise shine. In this blog post, we’ll share some creative strategies for making sure your venture stands out and is successful! 1) Craft a Powerful and Distinctive Brand:…
Profile I am thirty eight years old and I’m a digital event producer and very occasional freelance stage manager. I make $55/hour at the digital production company I work with. I work a variety of small side hustles and am a full time student working on a PhD in Drama. Spending & Saving So things…
Image Source It’s always an exciting time when you go on vacation. You end up counting down the months, weeks, days, and finally hours before you head to your local airport and fly away to an exotic destination! You undoubtedly have plenty of “street smarts” and know how to take care of yourself in unknown…
As a follow up to my post the other day, I was left thinking about how I was sort of regretting not paying for a more expensive apartment to the tune of an extra £400-500 to enable making going to the gym easier. And then in the same paragraph groaning about the £4 to take…
Pexels You may for any number of reasons find yourself single and having more alone time on your hands at some point in your life. It doesn’t have to be viewed as a negative situation or turn of events. Instead, consider it a chance to find yourself and do things you enjoy. If you’re looking…
Image Credit No matter the time of year, going on a vacation is always a good way to relax and unwind. It also allows you to go on new adventures and explore exciting destinations. Despite this, turning on your “vacation brain” and living absolutely carefree is not a good idea. From health risks to being…
This series looks at a list of rules I made 10 years ago when I first started this blog regarding how I intended to approach money and life. Well. I have largely failed at this. I have had health insurance the majority (though not all) of the time since starting this blog but my goodness,…
Photo by PhotoMIX Company In the most recent years, e-commerce has taken the world by storm, changing how we shop and purchase goods. Thanks to the internet, we can now shop for anything, from anywhere, at any time. As a result, more and more businesses are turning to online platforms to expand their reach and…
Pexels – CCO Licence Are you looking for ways to diversify your income stream and earn money even while you sleep? Passive income is the answer. With the right strategies in place, you can generate revenue without actively working on a project every day. Below, we’ll take a look at some of the best ways…
I have seen something somewhere along the lines of you can prioritize your relationships, your job, your health or your social life and generally you can manage two of these but probably not more. The first time I saw this stuck with me because there is a phrase most people who do any production management…
Employees are often the company’s most valuable asset, and providing incentives to motivate them is an integral part of successful management. But, with a more holistic approach to employee recognition and incentive programs, companies can create initiatives beyond rewarding individual employees for their work performance – they can also promote giving back to the community.…
Pixabay It’s easy to start worrying when a recession hits. When the whole country struggles financially it could make you wonder if your personal finances will be safe. In addition, with the rising costs of living, you may already have needed a boost to your income. Is it possible to boost your income during a…