Theory of Self-Employment
There is a lengthy list of potential business ideas. Some people are better than others at certain ones. You want to do something you’re good at. In…
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Being a Victim and Slave of Time
This June marks the first month after 4 years in Alberta, upon leaving Vancouver as I threw all my belongings into my car. I’ve made many goals ever…
It’s Expensive to be Poor
One trucker I worked with briefly one day brought up this interesting quote: It’s expensive to be poor. The financially starved often rely on payday…
Fallacy of Financial Sense
People who claim to be good with their money- especially those in the financial field- often preach cost cutting methods and saving. The catch is…
Scrutiny of the Public
Throughout our road of career and personal development, we run into many who will attempt to drag us down, stand in our way, and/or doubt our…
Brief Cliff Notes on UBC student -> Oilfield Career Timeline
Left UBC when I was 19 after finishing 3/4 years of my Math and Economics degree (with Computer Science and Commerce Minors). Current standing, at…
Brief Note on Employee vs. Sole Proprietorship vs. Incorporation
– Sole prop vs. incorporated: Sole prop. is cheaper, more simple, less paperwork. But doesn’t come with the limited liability, tax deferral, share issue potential,…
Differing Mentalities of Life
Often at some point we’re posed with the question: “what is life about?” Problem is, there are so many different philosophies of life. For instance,…
The Bank as the Greatest Enemy
Dealing with the bank is like playing devil’s advocate, as the bank is currently my greatest enemy- giving me much grief to acquire funding for my…
Life Goals as an Uplift from the Normal Man
If I did not think everyday about my goals, such as getting a Ferrari by 30, or a Porsche, 2 properties, and an education by…