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My Horrible Boss and My Bright Future

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I've already mentioned that I love my job, but I have not yet mentioned that I have a boss that just may be one of the worst bosses I have ever met. I know this sounds SUPER negative, but (on most days) I realize how it has been such a blessing to me. First, I want to give you some back story. My whole life, I have been an extremely non-confrontational person. I am a people-pleaser and disappointing people has always been somewhat of a fear of mine. Around 15 years old I realized my passion in life, and since graduating from college, my passion has only grown. My first "career" job after graduation was in in my field of study, but I learned quickly that that specific position was wrong for me. I was there just under a year before I got a job with the small business that I am with now. I have been here nearly two years. I was initially hired by a gentleman who was the company's operations manager. He is no longer with the company, and now I am working his job, ...

Organization

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Happy Friday! I wanted to take a minute to talk about my absolute favorite organizational tool. I have a crazy schedule as I have briefly touched on in my other posts; I am planning a wedding, going to be moving soon etc. on top of a full-time job, juggling doctor appointments, friends, family, and so. much. more. I also need to find time for a workout every day and time to myself now and again.   If inanimate objects could be your best friend, mine would be my  Day Designer Planner . This thing is AMAZING. I have an hourly calendar, a to-do list, a notes section, and even a place to write dinner plans and my daily gratitude. Not to mention the adorable styles.  Year after year I have searched high and low for a daily planner that had everything needed and they always fall short of my expectations, so this last November I was determined to find THE ONE. I spent many hours researching and comparing planners, and though this one was a bit more spendy than the...