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Whisper: Bad Debts Made Me Jobless
I was a habitual gambler. I racked up plenty of debts from the banks and turned to illegal sources like loan sharks when I was desperate. I was spiralling downhill. I have no family or friends to speak of. Everyone abandoned me. They despised me, hated me even. I couldn’t hold a job for more…
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4 Ways to Prevent Yourself from Getting Complacent at Work
It is not uncommon for many of us to become complacent at work, especially if we managed to secure the job of our dreams. As much as possible, we will not do anything to cause us to lose the job and get involved actively in workplace affairs. However, staying complacent at work is not very…
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A Word Of Advice: I have An Unsympathetic Boss
Dear Kally, I don’t know what to do. I’m so desperate for your advice. Any advice you can give me right now and I will take it. Please share my story on MiddleMe so someone can advise me as well. I’m going through a rough time now. My Mother recently passed on from cancer. We…
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Learning To Let Go Of Things Don’t Matter As Much As Your Sanity
Wow! That’s a mouthful piece of a title! I learned to let go of trying to fix the title into something catchier. And perhaps shorter. As it goes, it doesn’t matter as much as the content that goes in this article.
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Tips on How to Balance Business and Solo Parenting
Ask any entrepreneur if running their own business is challenging and you’re sure to receive a resounding yes. Add the responsibility of taking care of your children to the mix and it’d almost seem impossible.
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Meow! Snapped by a Pet Photographer
I have such an affinity with photographers and if you have been following MiddleMe, you’ll realize that I have interviewed a handful of them. Maybe because their jobs are so similar to mine – creative and freelancing. While I create with my words, they capture with their lens.
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5 Sure-Fire Ways To Become the Job Candidate Recruiters Want to Poach
You might think that the idea of a recruiter poaching you from your current job to work in a perfect company with an ideal job, benefits, and salary to be a little far-fetched. While it’s true that such a situation doesn’t happen every day, such cases aren’t as rare as one might think.
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Lesson Taught By A History Teacher
You might remember on a particular article about a teacher seeking approval from his disappointing father published recently.
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Automating HR: A Luxury Or Must-Have?
Technology is now becoming a vital asset for businesses because it enables them to become more efficient than they usually are with traditional methods. Nowadays, there is a specific type of technology that caters to a certain part of the business.
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Wearing Too Many Hats At Once
I am a mother, daughter, wife, writer, freelancer, career counselor, volunteer all roll into one little me. That’s many hats to wear on one little head!
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5 Helpful Pieces of Career Advice for College Students
Graduating college is a time of great joy and pride for students and their parents. But it’s also a time for asking “Now what?” as donning that cap and gown marks a transition for many from school life to the workforce. Graduates quickly find that working life is a different animal entirely – but that…
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My Unnecessary Distractions (Besides The Bed…)
As you know I’m a freelancer, so income will somewhat depend on how efficient I work on my projects. Although I’m not a big fan of procrastination but as a mommy, I tend to find excuses for myself to prolong the time to start work.
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8 Types of Interview You Will Come Across In Your Lifetime
I used to fear interviews. Interviews gave me butterflies in the stomach when I was early in the workforce.
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A Word Of Advice: Money Or My Soul?
Hey ya, Kally, I read so many great things about you and I thought I’d throw in my problem for you to solve as well. Really, I’m at the end of the road here. I have been working for my company for almost 9 years. That is since graduation. Never once I love my job.…
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Guest Post: Are you bored at work?
I am sharing another one of my favourite reads with you today. Addison or better known as A Better Man writes fluidly and brilliantly in his posts, triggering emotions and thoughts. I do hope you will enjoy what I am about to share with you below.
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Beating Addiction While at Work
Many people wonder how they can overcome drug and alcohol use while supporting themselves and their families. These individuals tend to believe that it is an impossible feat. However, the truth is that the balance between holding a job and recovery is oftentimes accomplished. This article will look at some of the things that can…
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How To Choose Your 1st Job When You Graduate
Congratulations! You have graduated. So now what happens? Do you continue to take higher education? Or do you start working? Or do you pack up and move to a totally rad city that you always want to live in? Or maybe take a year-long trip to explore the world?
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Writing To Get The Point Across (Or In The Face)
Many times, we blog over our feelings and quirky incidents that happens day by day. Our words flow off our fingers (or thumbs in my case since I write on my iPhone) like melted ice cream off the waffle cone.
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Guest Post: How Bringing Your Own Device (BYOD) to Work Affects the Workplace
Michael is a wonderful friend and an amazing writer. As much as I am overwhelmed by daily stuff in my life, I always make it a point to read his posts at least twice a week. His posts are thought-provoking and more than often, leaves me hanging for more. Here is one of his best…
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