In the spirit of kindness, I am a saint for the day :)
"Global warming", "Going Green", "Climate Change", etc...
You are probably bombarded by these phrases almost every single day. Environmental issues have become more serious that ever. There are many things that you can do to offset greenhouse gases and reduce the impact of climate change. I know some of these things like powering your house with green energy or installing a solar panel can be quite costly. You can start with something as simple as switching off your light for one hour.
Switch off your light for one hour and be a part of a global community who cares.
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Sunday, March 23, 2008
Need… Inspiration… Now
Last year, a friend of mine pointed out that I have some issues when it comes to writing blogs… I would create new blog… suddenly have this rush of ideas, which more than often consisted of negative remarks about things in life, wrote more posts than my readers (if there are any) can possibly handle within a day and then suddenly… gradually… stopped writing and deleted my blog altogether.
Anyways, I have worked really hard (or at least I think I have) to set up this blog and also, in an attempt to prove everyone that I will not abandon what I have started, I shall continue blogging…
For most of you who are graduating at the end of this year and had already obtained your citizenship or residency or those of you (like me) who graduated last year but only obtained your residency quite recently, it is the time of the year… Yes, the time of the year to prepare your job applications to secure the HIGHLY PRESTIGIOUS graduate positions.
This is the of the year when it is normal to freak out and panic especially if you are an Arts graduate (or student) like me. I remember during careers fair, some employers gave me (and some other Arts students) that LOOK. That “I am sorry you did a generic degree and you have no place in our company because it is your own fault for not studying commerce, law or engineering” look. Thankfully, there are those employers who like (or do they really???) Arts graduate.
Here I am now in front of my computer which I have had since 2003 trying to work out how to fill in those application forms and how can I write a convincing enough resume to land me a job. Have you ever experienced those moments when you really need ideas and yet nothing comes out from your brain. It is like your brain suddenly just decided to stop cooperating with you just when you need it the most -_-
Most applications will close this Friday, which means I have less than 5 days to come up with that mind-blowing application >_< This is one of those times when I ask myself, what has happened with job application processes. The stakes are higher these days as unlike the good old days, university graduates are literally everywhere these days. It’s like everyone suddenly has a uni degree. Go to any bookstores or even if you search in the internet, there will be tons and tons of resources on writing job applications and interview. In most cases, these resources will be telling you the exact same thing with a bit of variation here and there.
BLA BLA BLA… here I go blabbering again.. .why is it so easy to complain about difficult things in your life and yet it’s so hard to write a 200-words paragraph on “Why did I choose to apply for this position?” People, I wish you all the best with your career and I hope you wish me the same. In worst case scenario, I a) already have a permanent job that I am quite happy about, b) have a side job as a freelance translator that I can always fall back on
Anyways, I have worked really hard (or at least I think I have) to set up this blog and also, in an attempt to prove everyone that I will not abandon what I have started, I shall continue blogging…
For most of you who are graduating at the end of this year and had already obtained your citizenship or residency or those of you (like me) who graduated last year but only obtained your residency quite recently, it is the time of the year… Yes, the time of the year to prepare your job applications to secure the HIGHLY PRESTIGIOUS graduate positions.
This is the of the year when it is normal to freak out and panic especially if you are an Arts graduate (or student) like me. I remember during careers fair, some employers gave me (and some other Arts students) that LOOK. That “I am sorry you did a generic degree and you have no place in our company because it is your own fault for not studying commerce, law or engineering” look. Thankfully, there are those employers who like (or do they really???) Arts graduate.
Here I am now in front of my computer which I have had since 2003 trying to work out how to fill in those application forms and how can I write a convincing enough resume to land me a job. Have you ever experienced those moments when you really need ideas and yet nothing comes out from your brain. It is like your brain suddenly just decided to stop cooperating with you just when you need it the most -_-
Most applications will close this Friday, which means I have less than 5 days to come up with that mind-blowing application >_< This is one of those times when I ask myself, what has happened with job application processes. The stakes are higher these days as unlike the good old days, university graduates are literally everywhere these days. It’s like everyone suddenly has a uni degree. Go to any bookstores or even if you search in the internet, there will be tons and tons of resources on writing job applications and interview. In most cases, these resources will be telling you the exact same thing with a bit of variation here and there.
BLA BLA BLA… here I go blabbering again.. .why is it so easy to complain about difficult things in your life and yet it’s so hard to write a 200-words paragraph on “Why did I choose to apply for this position?” People, I wish you all the best with your career and I hope you wish me the same. In worst case scenario, I a) already have a permanent job that I am quite happy about, b) have a side job as a freelance translator that I can always fall back on
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