There’s been a lot of commentary on millennials; I guess you could say we’re a controversial bunch. We’ve been called lazy, selfish, entitled, rude…really, the list of less than complimentary descriptions goes on…
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The DOs and DON’Ts of LinkedIn
If MySpace is Facebook’s creepy, drug-addict uncle, then LinkedIn is the annoying, overachieving cousin. Nobody really loves looking at LinkedIn, but it’s borderline-necessary to try and appear somewhat professional…
Coming To Terms With The Fact That I’m “The Drunk Cousin” Of My Family
The title of this column is misleading. In reality, I came to terms with being the drunk cousin of my family years ago. I remember the exact moment I realized that I was the drunk cousin. It was hours before my cousin’s posh wedding in suburban Phoenix back in May 2011. I was sitting at …
Study Shows Living With Your Parents Isn’t As Lame As It Sounds
Alright, so that’s a pretty misleading title. Living with your parents after the age of 18 is unfortunate in any scenario, especially if you’re a college graduate. Nothing says “Thanks for the diploma, Mom and Dad!” like moving back into your parents house and eating all their food, rent-free. A study released by the Wall …
Why Taking A Personal Day Is A Terrible Idea
In life, we often need a “personal day.” This is a day devoted entirely to doing whatever it is you need (or most likely want) to do for yourself. This could be laying in bed, going to see that new movie you’ve heard about, raging with your friends who have also taken a personal day or going on an adventure…
Three Mistreated Employees Quit Via Very Public, Embarrassing Resignation Letter
Niki, Jess, and Teej came to play hardball, and did so after bearing the final straw upon their mistreated backs. Boss Jamie, the district manager and apparent fuckface, took one right on the chin by way of a very large, very public, very embarrassing resignation letter. “Cancer is not an excuse.” - Manager Jamie That …
4 Things I’ve Realized About Postgrad Dating
So today, while in the midst of my hour long death-commute to the office, I thought back on my experience and realized the following things about my post-grad dating experience…
A Love Letter To Netflix
8 Things You Didn’t Know About The Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers
Of all the legendary kids shows from the ’90s, none combined action, robots, and extremely low quality costume design in quite the same way as the Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers. While you might not remember the individual plot lines of the series, there’s no doubt that you remember the fever that struck the world every …
Being Drunk On The Job: Is It All It’s Talked Up To Be?
The prospect of being drunk at work seems like a lot of fun. Then it got me thinking, is getting drunk at work even that great?
The Difference Between Breaking Up in College And Breaking Up In Real Life
My boyfriend of nearly a year and I broke up this week. The best way to deal with the situation, other than copious amounts of wine, seemed like comparing this boyfriend harshly against all previous ones. The major difference this time, however, was that this was my first “adult relationship.” As such, it was damn …
Manic Monday Mailbag
Mondays can be tough. That’s why every Monday from now until you die, I’ll be doing the Manic Monday Mailbag. You can submit your questions by clicking “Mailbag” on our submission form, or emailing [email protected]. Be sure to include your first name, city, state and Twitter handle if you’d like that information included. I look …
Post Grad Freshman: Rationalizing Life After Gameday
College football is back and this is the first year that I won’t be able to spend my Saturday’s standing in a stadium and then being told about the game the next day…
4 Things To Know Before Moving Overseas
PDA: Post Drinking Anxiety
Fridays always start out the same way. I’m on top of the world. My mindset on Friday is “Man, after work I’m gonna get a good buzz, hook up with at least six maybe seven chicks tonight. Hot chicks. Chicks that make Mila Kunis look like William H. Macy.” Reality: I get blacked out, offend …
The PGP Friday Afternoon Playlist: Labor Day Weekend Edition
Fundamental Financial Tips For Every Postgrad
Look at all that money! Still, your newfound financial windfall is not enough to make up for your zero responsibility and total lack of fiscal discipline…
The Timeline Of Your First Gameday Not On Campus
9:45am: Check social media. Your envy rises as you are met with pictures of kegs and eggs, tailgates and beer runs. Hold back tears…
25 People Under 25 Who Are More Successful Than You
The next time you try to justify your sad, entry-level existence to your parents, your significant other, or even yourself, just remember that some people have done the unthinkable; some people have made it. As for the rest of us? Well, here’s to hoping for a lottery win or an illegitimate pregnancy with one of …
How You’re Becoming A Degenerate: Sports Betting
With the advent of college football season upon us, I’ve got the itch. I’m rolling through my contacts to see which bookies I’ve still got on retainer and dropping an extra $100 bucks into my Sportsbook account…
