How I Spend My Money

Dublin Chef Money Diary: Living on 43K a Year

September 20, 2026 by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief

A professional chef earning a €43,000 annual salary while living and working in Dublin navigates high urban living costs, rent pressures, and fluctuating hospitality sector wages, according to financial disclosures … Read More

Money Diaries: Marketing Manager on €90k on Unpaid Parental Leave

August 16, 2026 by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief

A marketing manager earning a €90,000 annual salary faces severe financial contraction during unpaid maternity leave, as highlighted in personal finance disclosures from The Journal. This scenario underscores the broader … Read More