In Response to “Is university worth it?”
On a forum I am a regular on, a topic beaten to death was the controversy of the worthiness of an university degree. Many prospective…
Once upon a time, I wanted to work the rigs, make some money, and go back home. For some reason, I am still here, and this is my story.
Theory of becoming rich
If you’re relatively frugal, use a roommate or two, and have no significant car payment, you can be worth $750k in 15 years, assuming you’ve…
A Life Cycle of Wanting More
When I was a child, the kids used to make fun of me for being ugly. All I ever wanted was for a girl to…
Personal Budgeting
One major issue I’ve had since I’ve been working a lot is keeping track of my expenses. Working days that begin at 12 hours a…
Thoughts about making life projections
I always make projections to accomplish certain things by certain times, but must say in practice it’s way harder, as there is always a tremendous…
Why I left School in Vancouver to work in Alberta
There was a day when all I ever thought about was working in an investment bank or law firm one day- go to a prestigious…
8th Month in Edmonton, 18th in Alberta
Overall I have progressed tremendously ever since I have been here, though I’ve had multiple setbacks. I’ve endured some terrible endeavours, but overall have made…
Absorbed about business to see what’s around you
A little sad sometimes when you don’t take note of what’s around ya. Be looking at each other in the eyes and smiling as we…
Financial and Work Instability; Make good money one day, lose it the next
When people think of high-paying work, especially that of the oil and gas industry or construction here in Alberta, it is true that you make…