Those of you who are long-term readers of Untemplater, know that I am addicted to quotes! They are like free therapy happy pills and have helped me through hard times, anxious moments, stressful days, and given me boosts of courage and motivation. Here are some quotes of advice I love to bring a smile to your face, and a head nod. 10 Quotes of Advice I don't know the key to … [Read more...]
Would You Go Back To Work For A Previous Employer?
Turnover can be one of the biggest challenges for a business, especially one that employs a lot of entry level positions, has a poor benefits package, or doesn't treat its employees well. Most people don't find their ideal fit on the first try, and job hopping every few years happens a lot these days. But lately, I’ve noticed a recent trend of people going back to work for a … [Read more...]
Should You Accept An Unpaid Internship? Times Are Changing
Times are changing, and there’s become more and more debate and legal concerns over whether or not students should accept unpaid internships or not. When I was in college, none of this drama or red tape existed – or if it did, nobody cared. I certainly didn't. All My Internships Were Unpaid I took whatever internship I could get that would build my resume when I was in … [Read more...]
A Letter To My Future Self: 10 Year Predictions 2014 – 2024
When my best friend and I were seniors in high school, we were addicted to scrapbooking and making collage journals of all the drama and fun memories we had being in school together. We poured hours and hours into those scrapbooks that we probably should have spent studying, but both of us still managed to stay honor roll students. Although I remember we had our fair share of … [Read more...]
8 Reasons Why Stress Has Actually Improved My Life
Life is funny. Things can be going great and be so nice and easy, and then BAM! - you get hit with a ton of things all at once. I don’t know about you, but this seems to be happening more and more often in my life! (exhaaaaale) Just when I think I’ve caught a break and can finally relax for a bit, something else goes awry and my battle with stress management goes on. But … [Read more...]