Sometimes my feelings of becoming a full-time entrepreneur are triggered by a longing for work benefits that I wish I had. More money will always be at the top of the list, but there are lots of other things that I would like. I guess because of my position at work, I do not qualify… Read More »Work Benefits That I Wish I Had
Do women who choose careers believe that they are unattractive? See what men in Barbados have to say about this. On Sunday I was listening to a call-in programme on a radio station in Barbados. I tuned in late, but the DJ was asking listeners if they thought that women chose to be career women… Read More »Do Women Who Choose Careers Believe That They Are Unattractive?
As I approach the beginning of the final course before my dissertation in my MBA programme, nerves have kicked in and I am trying not to freak out. The tension is always there, but it’s a lot more stressful when you have deadlines staring you in the face. As the end of the degree looms,… Read More »Why I Decided to Pursue an MBA
In recent times, there has been a lot of talk about how businesses can reduce their expenses. I agree wholeheartedly with this and I understand the concern. But what has been suggested is laying off staff and reducing wages by ten percent. This I do not agree with. Believe it or not, the employee is… Read More »How Businesses Can Reduce Their Expenses
There are things that you should never do in an interview. Yesterday on my way home, there was a story on the radio which was talking about the crazy things that some people were doing during interviews. I might be old fashioned, but whenever I knew I had an interview, I was desperate to make… Read More »Five Things You Should Never Do In An Interview
The new career woman should really be called SuperWoman. She has a full-time job, has two children and a husband to take care of. She’s on the special events committee at her church and she is taking classes at university. The new career man is just as busy. He also works full-time, helps with the… Read More »Balancing Work and Family
This guest post from Dean at The Millionaire Nurse is part of the Yakezie Blog Swap #16. In this swap, we were asked to write on the topic How to Raise a Millionaire – Developing Your Child’s Entrepreneurial Aptitude. When I was a kid, how did kids make money? Lemonade stands Mowing lawns Throwing newspapers Allowance… Read More »How to Raise a Millionaire – Developing Your Child’s Entrepreneurial Aptitude
Working in the corporate business world sometimes requires a specific dress code. But if you’ve just graduated from university or college, your funds might be limited, so splurging on lots of outfits might not be financially possible. However, you should not skimp on your attire because your appearance portrays your image to your employers and… Read More »How To Create a Work Wardrobe on a Budget (Ladies’ Edition)
When I finished university, I was one of the happiest people in the world. It was such a relief to be finally finished with studying. I was not in a hurry to pick up any books any time soon. It was finally time to enjoy my freedom. I soon realised that in today’s world, everybody… Read More »Top Five Ways To Advance Your Education on a Budget
Recently, the Governor of the Central Bank of Barbados warned that things will not get any better and that there will be more job losses. I read that there were over seven hundred new claims for unemployment with hundreds more expected in the last quarter of 2011! What would you do if you were one… Read More »Five Things To Do If You Lose Your Job