fact or fiction
Is it a fact or is it merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the lesser known truths in the corporate culture of Journal.
- Top Story - January 2021
Cracking the Code of Vocal Top Stories
I’ve been on Vocal for about a month. Actually today on the 28th January as I'm writing this is the one month anniversary of the publication of my first post on Vocal. In that time, four of my stories have been featured as staff picks (with the redesign, this is now called Top Stories) which is just mindblowing and amazing to me.
Laquesha BaileyPublished 3 years ago in Journal Top 4 HR Consultant Myths Demystified!
Many business organisations or people are skeptical about HR consultants and the reason for that ranges from a few unpleasant work experiences with a self proclaimed consultant to not knowing how to collaborate with an experienced one.
Infinity PeoplePublished 3 years ago in JournalHow I Scored $20k by Having Fun
My name is Mike Smith, and I want to tell you a story about how I managed to score $20,000 during the pandemic, thanks to a black notebook I found in High Park.
3 Business Myths Debunked
While the internet is a great place to learn about anything from advanced zucchini gardening techniques to literal rocket science…
Dan SarverPublished 3 years ago in JournalThe Best Job Ever
I was delighted to get the notification that my resume had been downloaded by WeCanSo Corp. Out of all the companies I had on my target list, they were by far the most prestigious. If they felt that I had potential for their Executive Training Program, I would be notified within five business days.
Valerie KittellPublished 3 years ago in JournalHercules Pappas Explains 10 Myths About Law
Although, being a highly respected profession in today’s time, lawyers are often bothered by the stereotypical myths that don’t seem to get disconfirm any sooner says Hercules Pappas. There are a lot of misjudgments about lawyers, which continue to dominate the thought process of every person out there.
Hercules PappasPublished 3 years ago in JournalCall of the SEA
It is not a lot. 13.6 by 8.4 m metal shed to house seemingly countless, but yet precisely counted items: sheets of plywood, hardboard, templates, wood, machine and tools, not mentioning all earthly belongings of 4 people connected by fate at the start of this project.
Monika MatisPublished 3 years ago in JournalThe Last Day 1
What it would mean...to win a challenge. "I, I, when I was younger. I, I, should have known better." What it would mean to win...what it would mean. It would mean everything. I've only dreamt about being a writer since I was a kid. Well first it was singer, singer/song writer. My first song I wrote I was 9. I sang it at our family reunion in 1996.
Kerri MiLLsPublished 3 years ago in JournalDeath by Shuffling Baby Steps
For reasons of confidentiality I have changed names dates and identifiable features of this narrative but all the facts, all the hard truths are true. I have also decided to use a pseudonym in order to protect myself from being sued for publishing this work especially as I probably signed something to say I would keep it to myself but honestly if you’ve been at the local cocktail bar on a staff work night out you would have heard it all anyway warts, fungal feet, massive ball sacks, hairy moles and all.
Diane CampbellPublished 3 years ago in JournalAn Open Letter to Proponents of Open Offices
Dear proponents of open offices: Give me a wall. Three walls as it were. (I’d rather have four quite honestly. Four with a door: an office really). But clearly we cannot
The Impact Amazon Has On Your E-Commerce Brand for Growth Online
Navigating the world of e-commerce can feel overwhelming, especially when your brand is just getting established. There is one thing every business owner is focused on and that’s growth. Knowing where to invest your time, energy, and resources can make all the difference in growing your e-commerce brand. Do you list your products on Amazon or commit to your own website? Is it worth your time to do both? The proof is in the impact Amazon can have on building your e-commerce brand.
Seller's ChoicePublished 4 years ago in JournalWhy You Should Expand Into Different E-Commerce Marketplaces
In the 90s and early 2000s, Craigslist was one of the top e-commerce retailers on the global stage. Today, with over 4000 items sold per minute and over 2.5 million sellers, it’s safe to say that Amazon has commandeered that position.
Seller's ChoicePublished 4 years ago in Journal