Tag Archives: work

5 Things You Should Never Do At A Job Interview

Posted on July 31, 2021 by Austin

I’ve gotten a lot of emails, Modern Philosophers, asking me why I haven’t written any advice posts lately.  I’m a sucker for caving to peer pressure, so here’s a new post in which I share some pearls of wisdom. 5 … Continue reading →

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Send In All The Clones

Posted on June 20, 2020 by Austin

I’ve never been delusional enough, Modern Philosophers, to believe that the world was clamoring for multiple versions of me. One Austin might actually be too many in the opinion of some, but I’m certain no one wants that number increased. … Continue reading →

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Two Many Cakes?

Posted on August 23, 2019 by Austin

I walked into work today expecting the worst, Modern Philosophers. I know it’s Friday, which is usually a favorable day of the week, but it was also my last day of work before vacation. You know how such days often … Continue reading →

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Dabbling In Exotic Foods

Posted on August 22, 2019 by Austin

I honestly don’t know what’s gotten into me lately, Modern Philosophers. For years, I was paralyzed with fear at the mere thought of change.  Now I’m dabbling in exotic foods like I plan to have my own show on the … Continue reading →

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Waiter, There’s A Monkey In My Soup!

Posted on August 18, 2019 by Austin

As I was mowing the lawn this morning, Modern Philosophers, I got to thinking about how much I hated the task.  Then I wondered how anyone could possibly choose to mow lawns for a living. Shortly thereafter,  I remembered that … Continue reading →

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The Snarky Sassy Snapple Sendoff

Posted on July 11, 2019 by Austin

I am not a fan of change, Modern Philosophers. Change means breaking from my routine, and I am a creature of habit. Of course, there’s that famous quote about insanity being defined as doing the same thing repeatedly and expecting … Continue reading →

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Be Filled With The Halloween Spirit!

Posted on October 25, 2017 by Austin

We’re deep into the Halloween Season, Modern Philosophers, and I feel like I have abandoned you.  For that, I am truly sorry. I wanted to write something tonight so that you know I’m still here, thinking of you, and enjoying … Continue reading →

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How To Beat The Week (And Maybe Stay Sane)

Posted on September 23, 2017 by Austin

If you’re like me, Modern Philosophers, in that you would prefer not to add a straitjacket to your Fall Fashion ensemble, then you need to learn to beat the week. Let’s be honest…the work week is largely responsible for stress … Continue reading →

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Idiot Mainer Trades Money For Sweat

Posted on October 4, 2016 by Austin

In what could go down in the annals, Modern Philosophers, as the worst trade in history after the Red Sox trading Babe Ruth to the Yankees, and Jack trading a cow for “magic” beans, some idiot in Maine today actually … Continue reading →

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Sleep, You Glorious Bastard!

Posted on September 18, 2016 by Austin

I didn’t roll out of bed until 8:45 this morning, Modern Philosophers. And it was simply glorious. With all the overtime I’ve put in lately, this is the latest I’ve slept in ages.  To give you a little perspective, on … Continue reading →

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