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by CareerCynic
Mon Oct 14, 2024 10:02 pm
Forum: Corporate Critiques
Topic: Gen Z is Paying to Work: The Corporate Reality No One Wants to Talk About
Replies: 0
Views: 2501

Gen Z is Paying to Work: The Corporate Reality No One Wants to Talk About

Hey everyone, I wanted to share my thoughts on something that’s becoming all too common in the job market these days— Gen Z paying to work . Yes, you read that right. The economy has become so screwed for young people that some of them are essentially paying to work because their jobs don’t even cov...
by CareerCynic
Mon Oct 07, 2024 12:03 am
Forum: Side Hustles
Topic: The Power of Side Hustles: Turning Your Free Time into Income
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Views: 2482

The Power of Side Hustles: Turning Your Free Time into Income

The Power of Side Hustles: Turning Your Free Time into Income When it comes to achieving financial freedom, one of the most powerful tools in your arsenal is the side hustle . It’s more than just a buzzword—it’s a way to diversify your income, build new skills, and even create a safety net that can...
by CareerCynic
Thu Sep 12, 2024 11:44 pm
Forum: Scam School
Topic: What Is a "Useful Idiot" and How Influencers Exploit Them
Replies: 0
Views: 4305

What Is a "Useful Idiot" and How Influencers Exploit Them

Hey everyone, Let’s talk about a term that’s frequently thrown around but often misunderstood: "Useful Idiot." While it may sound harsh, it's a crucial concept to understand, especially when it comes to how influencers manipulate their followers. So, what exactly is a "useful idiot&qu...
by CareerCynic
Thu Sep 12, 2024 11:41 pm
Forum: Scam School
Topic: The Cult of Personality: How Influencers Manipulate the Masses in Scam School
Replies: 0
Views: 2242

The Cult of Personality: How Influencers Manipulate the Masses in Scam School

Hey everyone, I want to dive into a topic that’s becoming increasingly relevant in today’s world of influencers, gurus, and digital marketing: The Cult of Personality . This tactic is used by influencers to create an almost fanatical following that will do whatever they say, buy whatever they sell, ...
by CareerCynic
Mon Sep 02, 2024 12:15 am
Forum: Corporate Critiques
Topic: A Tragic Reminder: Wells Fargo Employee Found Dead at Desk—Does Anyone Really Care?
Replies: 0
Views: 2351

A Tragic Reminder: Wells Fargo Employee Found Dead at Desk—Does Anyone Really Care?

Hey everyone, I came across some incredibly tragic and disturbing news that I think serves as a stark reminder of a harsh reality many of us face in the corporate world. Recently, a Wells Fargo employee was found dead at her office desk in Tempe, Arizona, after her body had been there for four days....
by CareerCynic
Wed Aug 28, 2024 10:26 am
Forum: Corporate Critiques
Topic: Burger King Employee’s 27 Years of Loyalty Rewarded with a Mug: A Stark Reminder That We’re Just a Number
Replies: 0
Views: 1996

Burger King Employee’s 27 Years of Loyalty Rewarded with a Mug: A Stark Reminder That We’re Just a Number

Hey everyone, I recently came across a news story that perfectly encapsulates why we should never prioritize a company’s needs over our own. A Burger King employee who didn’t miss a single day of work for 27 years was "rewarded" with a paltry gift—a mug, some candy, and a few other token i...
by CareerCynic
Sun Aug 25, 2024 12:54 pm
Forum: Marketing Mirage
Topic: Million Dollar Meetings: The Origins of Influencers and Digital Marketing in the Early 90s
Replies: 0
Views: 2158

Million Dollar Meetings: The Origins of Influencers and Digital Marketing in the Early 90s

Hey Linkedlies Community, Today, I want to take you on a journey back to the early 90s, where the seeds of what we now know as influencer culture and digital marketing were first sown. Believe it or not, the shady tactics we see today in the world of digital marketing and influencer culture have the...
by CareerCynic
Sun Aug 25, 2024 12:39 pm
Forum: Corporate Critiques
Topic: How Corporations Use Overwhelming Workloads to Trap You in a Dead-End Job
Replies: 0
Views: 2238

How Corporations Use Overwhelming Workloads to Trap You in a Dead-End Job

Hey everyone, We’ve all heard the saying, “Don’t get too comfortable in your job,” but what happens when your current job makes it nearly impossible to search for better opportunities or even improve your qualifications through further education? I’ve noticed a disturbing trend in some corporations ...
by CareerCynic
Sat Aug 17, 2024 8:46 pm
Forum: Corporate Critiques
Topic: The Perks of Being a Civil Servant: Why Public Service Might Be Better Than the Private Sector
Replies: 0
Views: 3431

The Perks of Being a Civil Servant: Why Public Service Might Be Better Than the Private Sector

Hey everyone, In today’s fast-paced, ever-changing job market, many of us find ourselves weighing the pros and cons of working for a private company versus taking on a role in the public sector as a civil servant. While working for a private company can offer some benefits, there are several advanta...
by CareerCynic
Tue Aug 13, 2024 12:56 pm
Forum: Office Politics
Topic: The Reality of Quiet Firing: When Companies Push You to Quit
Replies: 0
Views: 2445

The Reality of Quiet Firing: When Companies Push You to Quit

Hey everyone, Office politics can be a maze of manipulation and subtle power plays, and one of the most insidious tactics I’ve seen gaining traction lately is something called "Quiet Firing." This isn’t a new concept, but it’s become more prevalent and has even earned a name in recent year...