The thing I love about runners is that half of us don’t even consider ourselves runners. Seriously, if someone asks, I am not a runner. I’m convinced there’s some ceremony or test you must go through to earn that title. Yes, I’m aware that’s completely ridiculous. For the percentage that joins me in the struggle … More Running a Half Marathon for Newbies
To my best friends, sorority sister, Thomas Sweet coworkers, crappy group project partners, frenemies, friendly drunk girls in the bar bathroom and any other Scarlet Knight that is begrudgingly moving that tassel in this weekend, this is for you. In a week your worlds are going to change. Holy shit, are they going to change. … More An Open Letter to the Class of 2015
Recently I wrote a recap of my Hot Chocolate 15k in Philadelphia, which was fantastic and I highly recommend. Well, now seven months later is my recap for the Rock ‘N’ Roll Philadelphia Half Marathon! Yes, I know, I’m a little late. Get over it. Recaps are awesome. Training Let’s start back to last May. … More Race Recap: Rock ‘N’ Roll Philadelphia Half Marathon
For the past 23 years April 15th has been, yes, Tax Day, but also my birthday. My mom said 23 was her best year. I have no idea what standards she’s basing this on and frankly, I don’t wanna know what crazy antics my mom was up to before my time. Best or worst, I’ve got … More 23 Thoughts on Turning 23
But before I start searching for my next race, let me share how this 9.3 mile, Hot Chocolate 15k went! … More Philadelphia Hot Chocolate 15k
Let’s be real, you haven’t mastered interviewing until, well maybe we never truly mastered in interviewing. Don’t worry, Nikki and Pamela are here to help and trust me, these are some women you’ll want to listen to! Nikki Waller, Management and Careers Content Editor at The Wall Street Journal, and Pamela Skillings, BigInterview.com CEO, spill … More WSJ Live: How Not to Bomb a Job Interview
Mondays are hard. Like really, really hard. Let me help you get to Friday a little faster with five podcasts to listen to this week. … More Motivational Monday: 5 Podcasts to Listen to This Week
Wait, I really am a real writer now! Seriously. Getting paid means I’m totally legit. I’m kidding, sorta. After landing this unexpected opportunity, all I could think at first was, “Finally, I’m a real writer.” It was a huge sigh of relief that all my hard work and stupid words through the years didn’t go to … More What does it take to be a real writer?
I know, your spring break tan is barely faded and the dreaded g-word is already being brought up. I’m sorry — but you’ll thank me come May. Your last semester is about minimizing stress. For those of you who are taking a year off — congrats, we all collectively envy your financial freedom. For the rest … More Inbox (4): 5 Ways to Make Sure Job Offers are Rolling in after Graduation
Exactly a year ago, I was here: That’s right, Seventeen Magazine. It was my dream. I know we’re supposed to believe in ourselves and all that bullshit, but I literally never thought I’d snag this gig. I more so used it as an example to relatives that would ask what I wanted to do with … More #TBT: How I Landed My Dream Internship
Life According to Jthom 