Posted in careers, culture, goals, relocation, workplace on January 9th, 2010 Comments? »
One increasing concern I have about careers is the importance of understanding how technological, social and political movements affect job markets in different places around the globe. It’s extremely messy, so bear with me as I try to explain myself. The myth of ‘Us vs. Them’ The point I’m trying to make is that the [...]
Posted in careers, workplace on October 6th, 2009 Comments? »
Startups aren’t sexy things. Sad to say, I believed all the hype when I read it. But no one talks about it anymore. They don’t say – “Oh, you work at a startup! So, do you have beanbags and free food and wear whatever you want?”… basically, no one gives a hoot – because it’s [...]
Posted in academia, careers, education, goals, graduate school, social media, workplace on December 8th, 2008 Comments Off
I admit – I feel a bit lost being a full-time student, after being in employment for the last 6 years. I no longer have paid projects to work on, a company vision to fulfil, or quarterly performance reviews. At the same time, I don’t have to worry about promotion or about getting a bonus. [...]