Yes, you read that headline right. I paid off approximately half of my $53,500 of debt in less than a year! During a pandemic. On a net income of about $65,000 CAD (for 2 of us). But it’s probably not what you think. I didn’t put $25,000 – approximately 40% …
If you’re actively looking for employment, you’re probably familiar with the standard resumes and cover letters. You’ve probably even gone on a few interviews and have some strong answers in your back pocket, ready to go. But there’s one major job search tool you might be neglecting, and it can …
In a perfect world, you’d wake up every day and live the life of your dreams. Unfortunately, however, this is easier said than done. Sometimes, you need the support of a professional, such as a life coach, to achieve your unique goals and figure out what you should do with …
I started my first blog back in 2002 and have been actively blogging in one form or another ever since. Even though I have these years of experience behind me, there’s still so much to learn and perfect when it comes to how to run a website and how to …
There are plenty of reasons to want to start a new side hustle or start your own small business. It can be a great way to make extra money, pay off debt, survive financially while you’re unemployed, invest in your future, or completely replace your full-time job. Starting a business …
Starting a side hustle or your own small business is exciting! Not only can you see your ideas come to life, but you are also able to focus and work on something that you’re passionate about and interested in. And hopefully, you are making extra money from it, too. There …
It’s not uncommon to feel bored at work. Most of us fall into a routine where one day blends into the next. Whether you are working from home during this time or not, doing the same thing day after day can be boring after a while. Studies have shown that …
When you meet someone new for the first time, one of the first questions commonly asked is “what do you do for a living?” It seems like an innocent enough conversation starter. Right up there along with a comment about the weather we’re having today. But when you’re unemployed this …
Back in 2014, I was laid off from work. My contract came to an end before the grant funding for the next school year had come through. I was promised again and again that they would rehire me as soon as the money arrived. I foolishly believed them. Millions of …
It seems like everyone has side hustles these days. Whether it’s to make extra money, pursue an interest or passion, or to learn a new skill, it’s work that we choose to do on the “side” of our day jobs. Yet few people think to include their side hustle on …
When was the last time you had no money left? I mean that, literally. NO MONEY. Nothing in your bank account. Nothing in your wallet. No emergency $20 hidden under your mattress. Nothing in a piggy bank or the cup holder in your car. Nothing until payday – which could …