Sass Attack!
Suzette De La Cré
Issue date: 10/24/08 Section: Arts & Entertainment
I'm in desperate need of a job. What should I do to make some money while still being a full-time student? I need something that is flexible.
Oh darlin', this is a good one. Juggling class, a social life and work can be tricky. And more often than not, they will want you to be the flexible one. Let's face it - you are in a city filled to the brim with potential employees, and a limited number of employers.
I have a question to answer yours: Do you have work-study? If so, there are a variety of on-campus jobs that will better cater to your hectic life. They fill up quick though, so you might have to wait until next term. Ask around; there might be positions open even within your department.
However, if this is not a possibility, might I suggest finding a place that seems to need help the most when you're available - I don't know your schedule, so I'm shootin' in the dark here.
If you have late afternoon/evenings open, try your hand at a restaurant. Dinner rush means they need all the hands they can collect. If you have time during the day, try retail. There are plenty of little shops around that might need some mid-day help. Your best bet, though, would be to apply at as many places as possible and follow up! Call them a few days after you apply and ask if you can get an interview. Once you have that, make yourself irresistible. I'm not saying sexually - I'm saying make it so you're the best possible candidate for the job and once you get it, be the best. If you're an employee they can't go without, they will be more willing to be flexible with your schedule.
I really like my roommate, but sometimes she drives me nuts. Her laundry keeps piling up and she's been eating my food. How do I confront her about these issues without seeming too bitchy?
Read last week's answer about talking to your professor. This is another communication issue. I would suggest writing up a list of your pet peeves that she seems to enact on a regular basis and tell her in an honest fashion.
We are adults, people! We need to be adults about our problems. If she doesn't clean up her act, talk to your RA. It's not bitchy to expect her to keep things neat and to respect your property - it's bitchy to keep nasty panties on the floor and to eat your left over Chinese food. Plus, it's unsanitary. And if you are guilty of this, start being more courteous. The room does not just belong to you. Seriously.
Oh darlin', this is a good one. Juggling class, a social life and work can be tricky. And more often than not, they will want you to be the flexible one. Let's face it - you are in a city filled to the brim with potential employees, and a limited number of employers.
I have a question to answer yours: Do you have work-study? If so, there are a variety of on-campus jobs that will better cater to your hectic life. They fill up quick though, so you might have to wait until next term. Ask around; there might be positions open even within your department.
However, if this is not a possibility, might I suggest finding a place that seems to need help the most when you're available - I don't know your schedule, so I'm shootin' in the dark here.
If you have late afternoon/evenings open, try your hand at a restaurant. Dinner rush means they need all the hands they can collect. If you have time during the day, try retail. There are plenty of little shops around that might need some mid-day help. Your best bet, though, would be to apply at as many places as possible and follow up! Call them a few days after you apply and ask if you can get an interview. Once you have that, make yourself irresistible. I'm not saying sexually - I'm saying make it so you're the best possible candidate for the job and once you get it, be the best. If you're an employee they can't go without, they will be more willing to be flexible with your schedule.
I really like my roommate, but sometimes she drives me nuts. Her laundry keeps piling up and she's been eating my food. How do I confront her about these issues without seeming too bitchy?
Read last week's answer about talking to your professor. This is another communication issue. I would suggest writing up a list of your pet peeves that she seems to enact on a regular basis and tell her in an honest fashion.
We are adults, people! We need to be adults about our problems. If she doesn't clean up her act, talk to your RA. It's not bitchy to expect her to keep things neat and to respect your property - it's bitchy to keep nasty panties on the floor and to eat your left over Chinese food. Plus, it's unsanitary. And if you are guilty of this, start being more courteous. The room does not just belong to you. Seriously.
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