137: Mail: Don't Text My Man & My Dream Job Pays $8/Hr
Jan 14, 2018
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This podcast delves into a juicy dilemma of texting a friend's boyfriend and explores whether it's a violation of etiquette. It also discusses the challenges of accepting a low-paying job offer for a potential dream job and the implications for financial stability. The chapter on working as an executive assistant emphasizes fair compensation and coping with job loss. Lastly, it delves into the dilemma of finding purpose and pursuing dreams, highlighting the importance of clarity, serving others, and entrepreneurship.
Setting clear boundaries is important in relationships, even when it comes to communication with friends of your partner.
It is essential to weigh the potential benefits, such as increased pay and valuable skills, before making a decision that may impact your entrepreneurial pursuits.
Deep dives
Navigating Friendships and Unspoken Rules
A listener seeks advice about a disagreement with a friend and her boyfriend. She has been texting the boyfriend about a common interest topic and he expressed discomfort with the one-on-one contact. The listener wonders if she violated an unspoken rule regarding couples. While some comments on social media support the friend's perspective, many agree with the listener's view that the communication was reasonable within the context of their friendship.
Career Choice: Low-Paying Dream Job or Pursue Other Options?
A listener has the opportunity to apply for a management position in her current customer service department. The job offers an increase in pay, benefits, and the chance to gain management skills. However, she questions whether accepting the position is the right choice, as it requires more time and energy that could be spent on pursuing her own business. The advice given is to consider the potential benefits, such as increased pay and valuable skills, that could support her future entrepreneurial endeavors.
Moving On from a Job Loss and Living with Intention
A listener had unexpectedly lost a beloved job due to company relocation. Feeling discouraged and unsure about her next steps, she seeks advice on how to move forward. The response encourages her to embrace the lesson of naivety and prepare for change in the future. It also emphasizes the importance of having a backup plan and not relying solely on one job. The listener is encouraged to let go of the past, stay open to new possibilities, and not measure her future against her previous experience.
In this week's mailbag, we're delving into a juicy dilemma: "Don't Text My Man." Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions as we navigate the complexities of relationships and set some boundaries. But that's not all – we've got another letter that hits close to home for many of us. Join me as we dissect the challenges of chasing our passions while grappling with the harsh reality of meager paychecks. Can dreams and financial stability coexist?