Journal

The Job You Wanted, The Job You Got, and the Wo...

I once wanted to be a ballerina. I was four, maybe five, and deeply committed to the idea despite being pigeon-toed and having the grace of a folding chair. Then...

How to Take Yourself to the Top (Without Losing...

Success isn’t about luck—it’s about strategy, persistence, and a little self-delusion. Learn how to master your craft, navigate the game, handle rejection, and build a career that actually works for...

When Creators Outperform Madison Avenue

Something big just happened in advertising, and most marketers barely flinched. In 2025, ad revenue from creator-led platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram will officially surpass the combined total of...

Your First Paycheque: A Cautionary Love Letter

Your first real paycheque is exciting—but it comes with important financial decisions. Learn how to avoid common money mistakes, build smart habits, and set yourself up for long-term success from...

On Motherhood (or Not): What We Carry and What ...

There are questions we don’t ask out loud. Are you a mom? Did you want to be? Did you try? Did you lose someone? Did you choose something else? There...

When Even Google Tells You to Quit

This past quarter, Google quietly offered thousands of employees a curious deal: take 14 weeks’ severance and walk away. No hard feelings. No drama. Just a polite nudge out the...