The Reality of Work: Are We Really Living to Work? Hey there, fellow professionals and curious readers! Today, I’m diving into a topic that many of us grapple with but seldom discuss openly. Consider this a cathartic reflection on the work-life balance—or lack thereof—that plagues so many of us in the modern workforce. For nearly Read more…
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Are companies still saying 25k is a decent salary in London?
Is £25,000 Still Considered a Fair Salary in London? It’s quite surprising to see that some companies still regard £25,000 as a competitive salary in London. This perspective seems almost unbelievable, especially when considering the significant rise in the cost of living over recent years. Reflecting on my own experience, I was offered a salary Read more…
Can someone explain?
Unraveling the Question: A Reflection on Time and Age Have you ever encountered a question that left you pondering its purpose? Recently, one such query caught my attention, and I couldn’t help but wonder about its intended meaning. To put things into perspective, it’s been over two decades since I was 14, which adds an Read more…
How much savings do you have?
How Are We Saving? A Glimpse Into Our Financial Lives In today’s unpredictable economic climate, it seems as though financial strain is a common theme among many of us. With the current state of the economy resembling a bit of a roller-coaster, I’m curious about how much we’re actually saving at various points in our Read more…
Half of posts be like: I’m 23yo and earn 150k, is this a good salary? (Lol)
Title: Navigating Salary Discussions: A Candid Take Salary discussions often pop up in various online forums, sparking endless debates and comparisons. A frequent narrative we encounter goes something like this: “I’m 23, making $150k. Is this salary reasonable?” While it’s natural to seek validation or guidance, the repetitive nature of these inquiries can be overwhelming. Read more…
Should it be a legal requirement to list job salary?
Should Salary Transparency Be a Legal Standard in Job Listings? Navigating the job market often brings about a dilemma — most positions do not disclose salary details upfront. Instead, candidates typically find themselves discussing compensation only during interviews. This can create an imbalance: imagine two applicants applying for the same role, one willing to accept Read more…
Is anyone else seriously considering leaving the UK? Where would you go?
Contemplating a New Life: Is Relocating from the UK the Answer? Lately, I’ve been pondering my future here in the UK—questioning whether it’s still a place where one can realistically secure a prosperous life. It seems that each month we’re just scraping by, and achieving those traditional life milestones—like buying a home, enjoying regular holidays, Read more…
Are we seriously this cooked?
Title: Navigating the Unexpected: My Job Application Experience at WHSmith Navigating the Job Market: A Surprising Twist in My WHSmith Journey We’ve all faced unexpected hurdles in our career paths, but my recent experience with WHSmith left me truly perplexed. After dedicating a year to the company and becoming intimately familiar with its operations, I Read more…
Can you imagine being ghosted at an in-person interview?
Ghosted at an Interview: My Experience at a Coffee Chain Imagine being ghosted during an in-person interview. As someone who’s been navigating the tough job market for some time, I was elated when I received an invitation to interview at a prominent coffee chain—think a high-street favorite, but not Costa. Excited and optimistic, I arrived Read more…
Is this legal?
Understanding the Legality of Fair Use Navigating the complexities of legal terms like “fair use” can be challenging, leaving many of us questioning what is permissible and what isn’t. The underlying principle aims to balance creators’ rights with the public’s interest in a free flow of information. Let’s explore this concept and discuss whether it Read more…