Should I Take a Gap Year After High School?
As a high school teacher I constantly hear the question, “I told my parents that I don’t know what to do and I don’t want to waste money, should I take a year off to decide what I want?” If only I could come up with a definite, stock answer to casually tell students....Writing Academic Papers for Profit
I got an offer out of the blue last week to make some great money online by writing academic papers. The offer promised roughly $40-$60 per hour, involved doing something I am good at, and learning about topics I am extremely interested in. The ‘job’ also allowed me...Why Graduates Should Consider Living Rural
I have to admit to being completely biased to living rurally. Both of us here at My University Money grew up in rural Manitoba and we chose to live rurally after we were finished with university. I love the small town feeling of security and friendliness that I have...Making The Coffee – Building A Positive Workplace Reputation
When people ask me for the best quick tip I have for their new job or workplace my answer is always the same (no matter what the field). Get there first in the morning and make the office coffee. This may sound ridiculously simple and trivial, but trust me, it is...7 Ways To Land Your Dream Summer Job
One of the key considerations for any student’s finances is the classic summer job. A great summer job can set you up for a stress-free year at school where money is not a pressing issue every single day. A poor summer job can mean dealing with crazy student loan...Graduate Studies: A Good Investment?
“Back to school, back to school, off to prove to dad I’m not a fool” My parents don’t much care if I get my Masters degree or not, but like the incomparable Billy Madison I am going back to school. The interesting part about the situation is that when I graduated from...12 Must Know Interview Tips For Graduates
Last week I posted an extensive article on tips for new graduate resumes. This week we’re going to shift gears a little as we now assume that your resume was shortlisted, you were called, and you now have to prepare for an interview. Now the real fun starts. Last...Honorable Media Mentions
