October 7, 2020
A few weeks ago I wrote a post on the unexpected, less glamorous side of becoming a barista. As promised, I wanted to share the absolute best parts of the job for those who areRead More
September 2, 2020
Remember when you were a child and you would dress up with your siblings and crown yourself the prince or princess. You ruled over your imaginary dynasty and the possibilities were endless. You went toRead More
March 11, 2020
I walk through the doors, heels clacking a little too loudly, my blazer crisply rolled at the cuffs. An image of corporate-assuredness is presented and I am able to rattle off phrases like, “We’ve seenRead More
November 25, 2019
Much of my life thus far has been spent full-time. Whether I was a full-time student, barista, or writer, I put every ounce of my energy into life. Living your life full-time is exhausting. ItRead More
July 29, 2019
Our generation is full of entrepreneurs, creators and fellow “side hustlers.” It is encouraging to know this way of life is possible, but it can also be frustrating for those who haven’t hit their bigRead More
May 31, 2019
The service industry changes you as a person. I worked as a barista on and off for several years, and full-time for the year following my college graduation. It was the hardest job I’ve hadRead More