I want to leave home and I can afford to, but my parents think I should stay put and save. Am I crazy? Not at all, says our elder. But…
Work newsletter woes
I contribute to a work newsletter and was disappointed to see that they edited out some of my latest column. Should I say anything? It’s all part of being a…
Fired for drinking at work
Oh, and the drunken texts to my co-worker. Our elder has some advice for a letter writer who knows he crossed a line. Dear EWC The other day I was…
But what if it’s hard?
I really enjoy volunteer work — but I’m scared a “real” job will be too demanding. Our elder reassures a letter writer after a bad experience. Dear EWC For the…
Help me up the ladder!
How can I become a better leader and manager? Our elder has some tried and tested tips for managing your team at work, as well as managing “up”. Dear EWC…
Music teacher or police officer?
A high school senior is torn between two very different career paths. You don’t have to decide yet, says our elder. Dear EWC I am currently a high school senior…
Should I bail on the family?
I work for the family business, but our client base is dwindling. Should I be trying to get out now? See if there is a way you can help grow…
Way out of my comfort zone
My college program has me feeling so anxious—but is this because it’s intense, or is it just not right for me? Don’t give up, says our elder. Even if it…
Dancer dreams, broken family?
I really want to join a dance company, but my family won’t support me — and time is running out! You are young, says our elder. It’s definitely worth a…
Join the police? I’m scared!
I’ve always wanted to join the police like my mom, but I don’t want to put myself in danger. Talk to some people on the police force, says our elder….