What is FU Money? I first read about FU money in this post by Jim Collins a few years ago and a light bulb went off in my head that is still glowing brightly. The entire concept is that money equals freedom, independence, and personal autonomy. No, money will not buy you happiness beyond a … Continue reading The Secret of FU Money
The first entry of the year? I’m astonished that it was that quiet and uneventful for four months in here. Or have I just become accustomed to the nonsense around me? The Raptor is preparing to leave for his vacation in Costa Rica and I mention how I would like to go for a week … Continue reading A Day in the Life of a Corporate Desk Jockey: Episode 9
I know of no other movie that better captures the essence of the corporate cubicle life than the cult classic from 1999, Office Space. If you have not seen this gem of a movie yet, then you now have plans for the weekend. You can thank me later. I first saw Office Space in the … Continue reading Movie Review: Office Space
There will be times when you can't avoid the unpleasant reality of needing an office gig to pay the bills. There will also be times when you will need to bail on an irritating boss, annoying coworkers, mundane projects, nonexistent career advancement prospects, or a company so unethical that you start worrying about the impending … Continue reading How to Ace Your Job Interview
I'm on a conference call with about a dozen people from North and South America when the project manager asks me for a status update for my group’s task. After I finish bringing everyone up to speed, the Raptor gets on the line and questions the one issue that I mention was being taken care … Continue reading A Day in the Life of a Corporate Desk Jockey: Episode 8
The List of Coworker Nicknames: Part II The Magician: Often seen in the company of The Wizard. An Indian IT stalwart. He could give you a technical explanation you could never hope to understand, but somehow he would make IT issues go away. A rare talent at the office since he solved more problems than … Continue reading The Importance of Giving Coworkers Nicknames: Part II
My cubicle neighbor and I make a bet that the snooty, loud millennial secretary two cubes down says "like" over 100 times in one workday. As in, "So, I was like 'I'm not ready yet' and she was like mad at me." I take the over and proceed to clock 24 "like's" in a five-minute … Continue reading A Day in the Life of a Corporate Desk Jockey: Episode 7
I gave up dating as well as alcohol for Lent and after an almost three-month hiatus from the increasingly popular Bumble app, I had dozens of matches to choose from upon my return. As I started swiping enthusiastically, the 1996 classic "Return of the Mack" by Mark Morrison was playing in my head. Then the … Continue reading Seri Dating Diaries: Episode 2 ― Return of the Hack
I’m surprised that there was no entry for the month of November. Shocked is the more appropriate word. Back from the nice Thanksgiving break and slammed with work. Raptor assaults me with hourly emails and, despite knowing how busy I am, manages to intentionally test my patience and knowledge over a petty task. He just … Continue reading A Day in the Life of a Corporate Desk Jockey: Episode 6
Background Have you ever had the embarrassing moment when that delinquent coworker you were in the middle of chewing out to your work pals just happens to pass by and overhear your rant? Or maybe this useless imbecile's one ally overhears your tirade and passes along the bullet points of your fury? I know a … Continue reading The Importance of Giving Coworkers Nicknames: Part I
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