Category: Life

  • So You Want A “Plus-One”

    So you just got invited to your old college friend’s wedding. You’re really excited until you open the invitation and see that it’s only for you. No “plus-one.” You just started dating a cutie from Tinder, and really want to show them off to your old friends. You figure your friend made a mistake. You…

  • Where Do I Live? Apartments, Condos, & Co-Ops

    Usually condos, apartments, and co-ops are pretty similar in what they offer, but there are differences in how you pay and what you own. Apartments You only rent apartments, and do not actually own anything there. In an apartment you have essentially no upkeep because the complex owns everything and takes care of it. This gives you…

  • Podcast Review: Side Hustle School

    Side Hustle School is an entrepreneurial podcast, but geared towards the common person, rather than the people trying to be overnight billionaires. Host Chris Guillebeau has made a name for himself as a business writer and making his own startups of many sizes. This roughly 10 minute podcast is released daily and discusses common people…

  • The Wedding RSVP

    Yes, you have to RSVP. Yes, you have stick to it. And do it in a timely fashion. The happy couple has a lot to plan during this time, and they need an accurate count of the guests. Each guest costs them a lot, so overbooking is rude and really hurts them. If you wait…

  • Don’t forget the hotel concierge

    The concierge services at hotels are great, but often underused. I like to talk to them every time I stay at a hotel for three main reasons: They give good recommendations for restaurants or things to do based on your preferences. If you already have a place in mind, they can tell you if it’s…