Category: Life Event
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The Crazy, Non-Stop World of TK, Joburg’s Most Famous Tweeter
Live in Joburg? On Twitter? There’s a good chance you’ve interacted with Tumelo Komape, without even being aware of it. He is the guy responding to your complaints, helping you find solutions for your queries, and occasionally poking fun in a job where there’s no such thing as time off.
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True Confessions of a Rugby Ignoramus
At the mention of rugby, I’m likely to be found in a corner somewhere, preferably under a blankie, in the foetal position, gently rocking and humming. Simply put, I’m not a fan.
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Seven Ways to Fall Head Over Heels in Love With Rugby
If you’re new to the joys of the game, or if you just want a handy refresher, try this guide to some of the codes and flavours that will have you cheering, on the sidelines or on the couch.
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Why You Need a Second Job Just to Get By
With the skyrocketing cost of groceries, petrol, property, education, and a host of everyday living expenses, who among us can afford to run a household on one salary alone?
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The Happy Hard Work of Having Little Humans
The first day back at the office was fantastic. I could make coffee, sit on my chair and drink it hot. I could start and finish a conversation with a colleague. I could have lunch and eat slowly. I could go to the bathroom any time I wanted. The day felt long and uninterrupted.
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Who Can Blame Our Rugby Players for Moving Overseas?
A life in Bloemfontein with a few trips to Australiasia here and there, or a full-time European odyssey with culture on tap? It really is an easy choice for some, writes Ben Karpinsky.
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A Get Down & Get Dirty Guide for New Entrepreneurs
For the last two-and-a-half years, I’ve been running my own agency. My business partner and I are in the comfy phase where we’re not too concerned about sinking, and we’ve figured out where this ship is headed. I guess this phase is called ‘growing your business’.
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I’ve got 50 Kids, and They All Love Playing Rugby
Being a surrogate supporter means pitching up and cheering for 50 kids with the same amount of enthusiasm and bias that you would your own little ones. It means getting up at 5am on a chilly Saturday to pile into the back of a seatless Avanza, squeezed inbetween apples, sandwiches, chips rugby balls, cones and…
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Don’t Miss Our Latest Iris Session About Bringing In Extra Cash
Before you reach out for that credit card – there’s no reason this winter has to be your winter of discontent! There are many ways to stay financially afloat, and David O’Sullivan will be unpacking ways to bring in extra cash for your household in our next Iris Session.
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How You Can Avoid Financial Armageddon This Year
I would love to find the household whose living expenses only increased 6.3% over the last year. What I do know is that our household expenses have increased on average by at least 10%, if I take into account the rise in the price of petrol, electricity, school fees, medical aid contributions and our monthly…