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Is a penny saved really a penny earned? Are you having déjà vu? Don’t worry – I’m not repeating myself. In my first article at Prairie Ecothrifter, I wanted to introduce two things: mental accounting and earning income. Mental accounting being the tendency people have to view money differently depending on where it comes from; ...
Hello, Prairie Eco Thrifter readers! I’m Jana, one of the newest staff writer, and I’ll be focusing mainly on career tips, advice and telling stories from my own varied career. Here’s a bit about me: I have a Bachelor’s degree in both Criminal Justice and Sociology and I also have a Master’s degree in Urban Affairs ...
It’s no secret that the majority of people dislike employment. Making money is certainly fun, but being told what to do – not so much. Deep down, everybody knows what makes them happy. That’s why it’s so important to find a profitable hobby. Turn what you love into a sustainable future. Fairly soon, your entire ...
Typically, passive income is portrayed as a device for the rich to get richer. Those that have the money invest in passive investments such as rental units, property, big businesses, or large amounts of stocks that yield dividends. Each one of these investments can provide an excellent income with very little amounts of work, but ...
The days of having the same job for life have long gone and these days it is expected that workers will change jobs several times throughout their career. It is also acceptable to change direction and have more than one career in your working life. So don’t get stuck in a job you hate; decide ...
With all HR jobs, you’ll be required to demonstrate a range of skills and attributes to land your ideal role. The interview process is a chance for you to communicate your knowledge, talk about your experience and demonstrate your excellent interpersonal skills. To perform to the best of your ability in your HR interview, it’s ...
