There is a very famous
quote that does the rounds on Pinterest:
“Your dream job does not
exist. You must create it.”
Since the moment I have
seen it, I know it was written for people like me.
As much as we all like
to be creating our dream jobs, there is a certain set of people, known as
bloggers, who have not only
crafted their dream job, but have also made it into a successful
business. From Perez Hilton to
Miss Malini these new
age self-made men and women
have managed to make a career and life outside the cubicle.
As the blogging industry
gets bigger and better, the blogger is often seen as the new age role model; an aspirational
figure who is inspiring a generation to have it all. Most importantly, the
blogger is breaking the age-old
dilemma of dream job vs. real job. Instead,the blogger encourages people to
pursue their passion and make
it their dream job.
As a fashion and
lifestyle blogger who is part of the thriving blogging community, I have always
wanted to do a post about my
fellow bloggers from across genres.
So i have decided to do
a post outside the work space seemed liked the perfect
opportunity to do a post
featuring few of my favourite bloggers who have managed to make a career
and life outside the cubicle
pursuing their passion and living their dreams.
Here's the story of
Adarsh Munjal and how his blog thebigbhookad came to be.
#About yourself.
(Education/what you love)
My world revolves
around one simple question - Aaj khaane mein kya hai? Since I was a little child,
all I cared about were my breakfasts, lunches
& dinners. While pursuing BMM in Jai Hind College, I aspired to become a
food critic someday, so I started my blog The Big Bhookad
in 2010, after graduating in 2009. I was always a gluttonous soul and that
hasn't changed and I hope it never does.
#Tell us about your
Blog (how it happened??)
Well, Snehsha and I
got drunk with the help of Old Monk at Janata Lunch Home one night and the idea
of starting a blog struck us when we left
the place. Myfirst review was Janata Lunch Home and it still stays as the
first blog post on thebigbhookad.com :)
#Why you do Blog?
I blog because I took
up the responsibility of sharing my honest opinions on the culinary
experiences I opted to have more than twice a week, which
gradually grew into an oath, a promise, which were the first words written on
the blog and can be found as its manifesto even today.
#Your 5 favorites
treats this winter!
1. Gajar ka halwa
2. Undhiyu (my all
time favourite Gujarati dish)
3. Sarson Da Saag
(with makai di roti of course!)
4. Nolen gurer sandesh
(or rossogulla)
5. Beef chili
(sinfully spicy preferably)
#What do you love most
about blogging and working outside the cubicle?
Blogging not only lets
me be who I am, it lets me portray who I am, as I am.
#
About yourself. (Education/what you love)
- A Textile Design
Graduate (2010-14) from NIFT, Bangalore. Blogging and styling for more than two
years now. Also, the Co-Founder of Drum and Bass
India, a community promoting Drum n Bass genre and supporting
underground DnB Indian Artists/DJs. So yeah, I have got too much on my plate
and I am absolutely enjoying every bit of it. And, there are too many things I
love/enjoy doing. Rain, Textures, People who are honest and kind, Boots,
photo shoots, haha, cannot mention it all here. But yeah, Music is something I
could never do without.
#Tell
us about your Blog (how it happened??)
- It was all very
unanticipated. I had never thought of blogging at all, to be honest.My friend
(who also is my photographer) Debjyoti, suggested that I should
upload a few random photos that I take now and then and start a blog. I did so,
during the second year of college summers and kept it hidden for quite
sometime. And then, I remember there was an online styling competition by
Lomography India and people were to style themselves, I gave it a try and
won the first prize. That gave me confidence and I continued with outfit posts.
It’s been quite a journey since then.
#Why
you do Blog?
- Over the past years
this has become an inseparable part of me and my life. I am thinker
and writing really helps me express my thoughts and
calm my mind down. And about the fashion bit, it’s great to share
your style, your knowledge and learn the same from others. Blogging helps
here, it certainly does.
#Your
5 essentials for this fall.. :)
- I am a fan of
layering and slouchy clothing. So to start with, an Oversized Sweater that you
could layer and wear in various ways. A Faux Leather jacket. White Shirt
which can again be a versatile piece. Some basic coloured T- Shirts and last,
hottest Red Lipstick that you can find. It is an instant mood brightener
and sometimes when the weather gets you down, a bright red lipstick can do
wonders.
#What
do you love most about blogging and working outside the cubicle?
- Since I was into
blogging for a while, after I got done with college I decided to continue with
the same and focus on the ultimate goals that I have for my future.
I think, the best part is the astonishing change over the years in your style,
your thoughts, your writing style, everything for that matter, because
blogging helps you maintain a record and improve in many ways. Oh wait, the
best part is that I am the boss here. Haha. Also, it's funny how sometimes
a Monday can feel like a Saturday or a Sunday and vice versa. I totally enjoy
this
bit about being
a freelancer.
Meet Soma Rachel
George the sexy yet preppy blogger and know how it all began!
#
About yourself. (Education/what you love)
I was born in
Abu Dhabi where I did my primary education, after which I moved to
India with my sister to live with my grandparents and
further continued my education in Kerala and Coimbatore. After graduation I
came to Singapore to live with my mother and step father and found a
job in the financial industry. I have been in Singapore for the past 10 years
and after I got married my husband and I have settled in
Singapore.
#Tell
us about your Blog (how it happened??)
- My blog
was created in the year 2011 and it wasn’t an accident. I was introduced to the
blogosphere by my stylish girl friend, we would meet up once a week
after work and talk non-stop about fashion bloggers, the new places to shop and
head to our favourite shops in the city to find unique pieces.
It’s with that I
decided to create a space where I could share whats in my wardrobe and be a
source of inspiration to the woman around me. My girl friends always
turned up to me for any wardrobe crisis or even ask me to shop with them. They
were all surprised to see me wear things that they would normally stay
away from. It’s with this inspiration I decided to create Rach-in-Fashion.
#Why
you do Blog?
- I love to blog as
this is where I let my creative side show. I work in the financial
industry as a Compliance Officer, most of the days I am least inspired to dress
up. Weekends are dedicated to my blogs and of doing anything
creative, be it baking, cooking for my husband, reading magazines or
updating my Instagram.
#Your
5 essentials for this fall.. :)
- Singapore being very
close to the Equator, the only two seasons we have here is Summer and Monsoons.
Hence, there is no chance for us Singaporeans to enjoy the fall clothes that is
displayed in the windows of ZARA, Topshop etc. Nevertheless, I always dream
about being in a colder place so as to enjoy a good Cape, with deep Red
lips my favourite being Ruby Woo or Russian Red by MAC and a pair of
black leather ankle boots :)
#What
do you love most about blogging and working outside the cubicle?
- The most I love
about blogging is having a space where I could share my fashion finds
and my personal style. Fashion had always played a key interest in my life
and I would never miss an opportunity in that department.
Last but not the least
we have Sanjana!
#About Yourself
I've done my bachelors
in mass media (BMM) from Sophia College, Mumbai and I have a PG in PR and Corp Comm from
XIC, Mumbai.I absolutely love writing, fashion, dancing, reading and spending
time with my family
and close friends.
#Tell us about A Whimsical Closet (how it
happened??)
I always loved writing
and fashion and this seemed like a natural progression. Last year I decided to
give it a go but work
commitments were way to much. I've recently decided to go all out and really
work on my blog in 2015.
First resolution for
this new year! :)
#Why do you blog?
Blogging is a great
way to put your ideas, expression, sense of style and voice to the world -
it's my voice, it's me, completely unplugged.
#Your 5 essentials for this fall.. :)
A cardigan, beret,
scarf, boots and a coat or parka!
#What do you love most about blogging and
working outside the cubicle?
The fact that you get
to communicate with your readers on a one on one basis. It's a complete high to
hear people say they love your work, your personality, your sense of
style and how a single article changed their day and made them smile.
By doing what they love, this is how these
talented bloggers celebrate their life outside the cubicle.
Till then,
XoXo
