I am now officially a full-time employee again! In the last episode, I was struggling to figure out if I wanted to go with Entity A or B. Entity B had me back for an all-day interview, but I didn’t hear back from them fast enough to turn down the job at Entity A. It’s possible I could still hear something from […]
Decisions, Decisions
I feel a small point of clarification is needed from me before we dive into the meat of the post today after appearing in a MarketWatch article yesterday. Most people walked away with the impression I tried to retire on $200,000 at the age of 27 and I just wanted to assure people that no, that’s not what I tried […]
A New Perspective
I’ve always considered myself pretty short. It seems everyone I know towers over me. The average American woman is 5′4″ so I was literally of average height. I say “was” because it appears I have grown an inch somewhere along the line and I now check in at 5′ 5″ tall. I have longed to be taller ever since I hit […]
10 Inspirational Songs for Entrepreneurs
Sometimes when I’m alone during the day on my computer I get a little beat down. So, I have an inspirational playlist that I whip out in times of need. Like the song version of Superman, coming to save the day. Minus the tights. I thought, if this playlist helps me, it will probably help someone else feel better too. I […]
Adventures in Entrepreneurship: Freelance Writing
As you might recall, I quit my high paying corporate job at the end of March 2018 to move in with my boyfriend in a different state. This meant bye bye ridiculously awesome paychecks and helloooooo stress/anxiety about money. I’ve become much more serious about finding ways to earn money now that I’m not working for a big […]
Quitting My Corporate Career
I’m done. I did it. I quit my W‑2 corporate career job. I am now my own boss. Background When I was a fresh-faced young professional in 2014, I couldn’t imagine quitting my job. Ironically enough, I was laser focused on amassing as much money as I could so I could retire by 35 and never have to worry about working again. My friend […]