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Contributed Post I thought I’d go a little off my usual scope with this post. You’re probably well aware of my opinions of the Republican candidate Donald Trump, and the severe threat he poses to our civil liberties. At a time when the country’s in such a strange state of flux, I feel it’s important for everyone to brush up on certain fundamental rights. Here are a few rights everyone has when placed under arrest. Be sure to read and understand them! You’ve probably been watching TV long enough to know the “right to remain silent”, and that the police…

Contributed Post This year, hundreds of thousands of people will be graduating from colleges and universities across the world. Where will these people spend their careers? Probably not as close to their homes as you might imagine. Many will travel half a world away to pursue their dream careers. Others will be headhunted by international companies, desperate for the latest talent. Many more will be transferred to an office internationally, almost as soon as they take on their first job. Why is this? Well, it could be that the world economy is now truly global. This never used to be…

Contributed Post Picture From Flickr, courtesy of joshmacdonald.net There’s something you have to realise if you work for yourself. As a freelancer, you are essentially a business owner. Granted, you’re running one of the smallest businesses in the world. But there’s still a company model at play here. Particularly, if rather than working on contracts you are providing a service to multiple clients. That’s why, when you pay tax as a freelancer, you’re classified as a sole trader. You’re a business owner with a...business. When I started freelancing, I forced myself to take on this mindset. If I hadn't, I don’t…

Contributed Post. Personal note: I am not going through a divorce. This contributed post is for educational purposes only! Picture credit Going through a divorce can be a stressful time. The breakup of a marriage can involve a lot of complex emotions. Additionally, you’ll have to deal with the long and tricky legal process of a divorce. This can get extra complicated if you and your partner aren’t getting along. But don’t let yourself become too stressed. It’s important you handle the issue head-on so you can move on with your life in quick fashion. Here are some helpful tips for dealing with the…