Thank You for Being with Me for 5 Years

Oh my gosh! Yes, it has been 5 sweet years writing in MiddleMe. It started on this faithful day 7 July 2015. Fun Fact #1 I’m very bad with dates so usually important dates such as my marriage anniversary or birthday will have easy to remember combination. Heck, even my little one’s birthday is on…

Everything You Need to Learn about Recession

In recent months, you may be hearing in the news that the global economy is in a state of recession or economic downturn. When a recession or economic downturn hits a country, or the entire world, growth is moving slowly. As a result, unemployment is at an all-time high, shops and companies are closing down…

10 Ways to Prevent Yourself from Doing Overtime when Working From Home

Working from home is now a standard for many companies, especially with the onset of the coronavirus pandemic. While working from home, many people found themselves getting up earlier or stay up later to complete their work even though they no longer spend time to commute. Some of my friends found that they are overworking…

Guest Post: Chasing Dreams

Everyone has dreams. But not everyone is lucky enough to live their dreams. Or is it? Do you fight for your dreams? Or do you downsize your dreams until they are practical? Or do you give up on your dreams totally? Here we have the talented James who wrote a beautiful piece on chasing our…

What Employers Do Not Want to See on Your Resume

When applying for a job, it is important that your resume stands out from the rest of the applicants for that job opening. Every hiring manager has a range of techniques to help them see the best applicants, some being able to spot them with just one glance at their resume. Others may wish to…

The Fear of Returning to Work is Real

Covid-19 pandemic has greatly shifted the way we do things: from home to work. We have been supportive towards one another, especially showing our gratitude towards the frontliners who are working hard to keep key industries working. However, the pandemic has also caused us to fear going outdoors, especially with the knowledge the virus is…