The Emotional Obsession with 6-figures or $100K
The mythical threshold of happiness/career success of $100K has been outdated. That number doesn’t buy you the same quality of life years ago (although people…
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Experience Working in Alberta's Oilfield
The Struggle of Finding the 1st Accounting Job out of School
Like most fields, finding the 1st job out of school is the hardest. Accounting is no exception. If you’re a new graduate, ever wonder why…
The Struggle of Finding the 1st Controller Job
When I was looking for my first job as a Controller, I found it very hard to be accepted as a younger guy who wanted…
Career Change to Accounting
Switching to an accounting career took about 4 to 5 years before it started to go in the direction I wanted. I went from unemployed…
Horrors of Condo Ownership in Alberta
We were charged over $1,700 because of a small toilet leak that caused some common areas to need drying out. Three contractors were called out,…
The Truth Behind High Commercial Vacancy Rates
Commercial landlords have kept their rates sky high despite the downturn. Many bluntly say they’ll gladly let their spaces sit empty for months to years…
New Economy of Low Oil Prices: Dreams Crushed
Coming to Alberta’s Oilfield in just a car and packed bags in 2013, hoping to be in a Ferrari by 30. Then comes the collapse…
Non-Solicitation, Non-Competition Clauses: Rarely Enforceable
Looking to protect their interests or restrict worker freedom, employers impose these, usually in the form of non-competition and non-solicitation clauses. Non-Competition Clause To prevent…
Tale of Risk Taking: Career Paths and Real Estate
Three Students Choosing Different Careers and Investments Buddy A: Bought a Vancouver condo for $400,000 even in 2014, with 10% down. Rented it out and…
Changing Careers – Oilfield, Financial Reporting & Consulting
I had someone introduce the topic of changing careers out of accounting and financial reporting. I found this interesting as it contrasts my experience. I’m…