Here's a bit of trivia for you: the hubster's workplace had a tea lady right up until June 30 this year. That's right - 2017! I'm thinking that his was possibly the last workplace in the country to have one - certainly the ABC thought the last tea lady retired in … [Read more...] about The Tea Lady and other Office Memories
Work & Finances
50 Fun Facts About My Career
In keeping with the Festival of 50 theme for 2017 (are you following along on social media? Look for the hashtag #festivalof50!), I now present for you: 50 Fun Facts about My Career 1 - My first paid job (that was not my mum or stepfather paying me to wash their cars or other … [Read more...] about 50 Fun Facts About My Career
Heading to CopyCon
So excited - I'm heading to CopyCon (copywriters conference) in Sydney at the end of the month! Being in business for myself, I budget to attend one conference each year. Over the past few years I've gone to Problogger on the Gold Coast a couple of times; and I also … [Read more...] about Heading to CopyCon
Are You Financially Free?!
It's become something of a joke in our household - asking each other the question: "Are you financially free?!" Back when we were newlyweds, we were targetted by a couple of different people to "join their business" (aka Amway). Mind you, they never came right out and said … [Read more...] about Are You Financially Free?!
What Jobs Would You Refuse?
I am frequently contacted by agencies and businesses wanting me to write about or promote them, here on the blog. Sometimes, they even offer payment! If it fits with the needs and interests of my audience, I give it careful consideration. However, I have a family … [Read more...] about What Jobs Would You Refuse?