It becomes the norm to negotiate simple stuff like catching up on sleep on the train or reading the unequivocally boring Middlemarch so you can write a 3 page reading response later. Or, take chances on waking up at midnight to finish a paper even though you know the broken rest will haunt you because you’ll barely be able to stay awake in Discrete Math.
(re)Examining Modern Convention
Monthly Archives: April 2009
Quick, Get the Dictionary – I Have No Idea What Social Media Means Anymore
This week, I nearly thought about giving up my blog and abandoning it for good. It all started with my Facebook page. I don't particularly use Facebook for anything with the exception of importing my blog (as notes) to the site. Yet, it is the most idiotic piece of social media marketing you can do for ...
Graffiti, Bucktown – Chicago
I love a little graffiti in which disembodied heads float around looking confused. Headcase
Perhaps I’m Not All That Interesting Because Everyone is Agreeing With Me
Are you controversial only when no one agrees with you? Or, only if you are spouting stuff that resonates with a select group of people and goes against the common opinion of others? My questions perhaps, are prosaic. Yet, after blogging for several months, I’ve realized my insight is not all that insightful and being a catalyst of controversy may have nothing to do with my acutal opinions.
The Truth Behind a Nasty Resignation Letter
I've been noticing that one of my most popular posts involves navigating the waters of quitting a job without notice. And, if my blog stats and referring keywords are any clue to what's on my reader's minds - there are a lot of frustrated and angry workers out there. So, I want to tell you ...
The Pros of Blogging Without a Niche
It’s the territory that comes with “branding.” Yet, it also insists that you compartmentalize yourself in a limited fashion. I don’t find it very liberating.
Graffiti House, Evanston
I think someone lives here. No kidding. Returning from school, my boyfriend saw this house and could not NOT take of it. Makes you wonder if the property value goes up if you were to sell such a home to Kurt Wenner. Home decor
Buzzwords, Terms & Facts Every Job Seeker Should Know
Employers, however, are loosening up their attitudes towards firing and job hopping. If you are fearful that your potential (or new) employer will hold it against you that you got fired from your last job (or any of your jobs) – perhaps you should revisit the idea if it is the best place to work in the first place.