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Why I Mix Business And Politics
Business is already political. The biggest corporations in the world have puppet strings on our politics. So allow me to explain why politics are at the forefront of my small business.
Remembering My Grandfather, Donald Murphy
An extensive eulogy to my Grandpa, who died on April 25, 2019.
In Business, What You Don’t Say Speaks the Loudest
You’re familiar with the phrase “Your actions speak louder than your words.” But in today’s tense political environment, what you don’t say about the issues is quickly becoming more significant than anything else. Because in an extremist political atmosphere, you cannot straddle the division. When you try to remain neutral, your silence starts to become suspect.
Why I, A White Woman, Do NOT Pledge Allegiance to the Flag
By the time I reached adulthood, I decided I was altogether done with both the Pledge and the National Anthem.
Here’s why...
Why Millennials Should Almost Never Accept Pay Cuts
In a capitalist society that bases your value directly on your experience, that means– on paper –your value you cannot possibly go down. As long as you’re gaining experience in a given field, your value goes up. That’s why a Millennial taking a pay cut, in almost all situations, is a scam.
What You're Really Saying When You Say You're Not a Feminist
What’s the harm in not identifying as a feminist when you do believe in gender equality?
After Five Years, I FINALLY Got Justice for My Sexual Assault at Truman State University
Far too many reports of sexual misconduct go unpunished. But I’m so relieved to share that one of my many sexual assault stories is ending not in open wounds, traumatic suffering, and loose ends, but instead, it’s ending with justice — albeit delayed for far too many years.
To Not Be Believed: Why I Support the Dr. Christine Blasey Fords of the World
You can’t know what it’s like to be in Dr. Ford’s position until you’re not believed about something terrible that happened to you. There’s no feeling comparable to being unbelieved about your trauma.
7 Reasons Why You Should Hire A Writer
The same reasons why you’d get a professional writer to write a book are the reasons why you’d hire a professional writer to write for your business. You’re trying to create something of value that people want to pay you for.
Why Men Need Feminism Too
Men, do you identify as a feminist?
If the answer is yes, good on you. If the answer is no, I’m going to try to change your mind right now.
Humanism is International and People Everywhere Need It
Humanists International is, in essence, a defender of human rights and the global advocate of Humanist values. It’s the official global representative body of the humanist movement that unites a diverse body of non-religious organizations and individuals.
This is How I Build My Business With a Part-Time Job (And How You Can Too!)
It’s not easy. I do sacrifice some personal time. I work really hard. But I still manage to juggle everything I do — maybe not well, but I’m always learning to do better. I’m well aware that I’m only 25 and very new to this whole running your own business thing. #LearningCurve