What Are You Doing Right Now? (163 Viewers)

[swag]

Never officially but we've come very close in the last 3 years.

Very close to murder-suicide?

(I KID!!...)

Man I've caught some virus and it's destroying my ass. Apparently huge chunk of population as well. Worse shit than Corona like 5x

Is it Norovirus? It sucks but only lasts 48 hours

Oh man. My last memories of being in London. Was there the week before Christmas 2019, right before Covid. Never been back. Because I caught norovirus there. Some of the sickest and nastiest crap I ever had.

All I remember is eating some fish & chips earlier in the day before heading to London City airport via the tube. I ain't right. I'm kinda dizzy, still keeping the steps going to push through. I'm in lines in the airport and by the time I'm past security there's a violent assault on my bowels, mouth, belly button ... everything remotely looking like an orifice on my body just started gushing 360° like a lawn sprinkler. I must have lost about 10 kilos in that toilet stall.

I get out, try to compose myself, and make it on the plane.

Except it's a turbulent flight... and as we approached Portugal, it turned into a bronco-busting air rodeo with Storm Elsa
https://www.dw.com/en/storm-elsa-devastates-southern-europe-five-dead/a-51755790

The turbulence is so bad, they had to wave off the plane ahead of us to make it to Lisbon and sent it to Faro in the Algarve.

I am projectile vomiting from the back row. People are being surprisingly nice and helpful, fetching unused airsickness bags behind every seat and passing them back to me as I am doing my best airborne Mr. Creosote impersonation.

I think I landed at about half the bodyweight I was when I left the hotel that morning.

Only back home did I realize I probably had norovirus ... and probably gave it to 200 people that day.

 

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[AFL_ITALIA]

I'm at my breaking point with my job right now, I'm about to fucking snap and just quit.

Oh man. My last memories of being in London. Was there the week before Christmas 2019, right before Covid. Never been back. Because I caught norovirus there. Some of the sickest and nastiest crap I ever had.

All I remember is eating some fish & chips earlier in the day before heading to London City airport via the tube. I ain't right. I'm kinda dizzy, still keeping the steps going to push through. I'm in lines in the airport and by the time I'm past security there's a violent assault on my bowels, mouth, belly button ... everything remotely looking like an orifice on my body just started gushing 360° like a lawn sprinkler. I must have lost about 10 kilos in that toilet stall.

I get out, try to compose myself, and make it on the plane.

Except it's a turbulent flight... and as we approached Portugal, it turned into a bronco-busting air rodeo with Storm Elsa
https://www.dw.com/en/storm-elsa-devastates-southern-europe-five-dead/a-51755790

The turbulence is so bad, they had to wave off the plane ahead of us to make it to Lisbon and sent it to Faro in the Algarve.

I am projectile vomiting from the back row. People are being surprisingly nice and helpful, fetching unused airsickness bags behind every seat and passing them back to me as I am doing my best airborne Mr. Creosote impersonation.

I think I landed at about half the bodyweight I was when I left the hotel that morning.

Only back home did I realize I probably had norovirus ... and probably gave it to 200 people that day.

This sounds like an absolute nightmare scenario. I don't think I would leave my house for a long time after that.

 

[X Æ A-12]

I'm at my breaking point with my job right now, I'm about to fucking snap and just quit.

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what happened?

 

[IliveForJuve]

How long do you have to go for your ILR?

Still two years dawgg

 

[AFL_ITALIA]

what happened?

It's an accumulation of things that keep adding up really. It mostly comes down to my PO being a dickhead, and I cannot deal with him or his shit (or no) planning and attitude. One of those people that just expects everyone to know everything about the most specific bullshit at the drop of the hat, when no documentation exists anywhere in the company whatsoever. This company's "rush software out the door no matter what" attitude is also far too played out for me.

 

[Dostoevsky]

I got my new short story published in the literary newspapers several days ago. Another small (well, for me big) victory and something to kick off this year.

 

[Osman]

I got my new short story published in the literary newspapers several days ago. Another small (well, for me big) victory and something to kick off this year.

Let's fucking go my man! keep at it


I wanna say later I knew this famous author when he was a young Douchen, obsessed with Marco Motta and russian literature, he used to flex his ripped muscles and kidnap croat chicks in his basement.

 

[ALC]

I'm at my breaking point with my job right now, I'm about to fucking snap and just quit.


This sounds like an absolute nightmare scenario. I don't think I would leave my house for a long time after that.

I would find another job first but if it’s affecting your mental health that badly, just do it.

I worked for a biotech startup that was the most toxic fucking place and the day my department got laid off was amazing. Huge weight lifted off and some of us went to the beach to celebrate.

 

[Siamak]

I got my new short story published in the literary newspapers several days ago. Another small (well, for me big) victory and something to kick off this year.

Do you have articles/papers in academic journals such as Spring, Scopus, etc.?

 

[X Æ A-12]

It's an accumulation of things that keep adding up really. It mostly comes down to my PO being a dickhead, and I cannot deal with him or his shit (or no) planning and attitude. One of those people that just expects everyone to know everything about the most specific bullshit at the drop of the hat, when no documentation exists anywhere in the company whatsoever. This company's "rush software out the door no matter what" attitude is also far too played out for me.

Well i don't know your financial situation or the job market you're in but I quit a job I hated about 3 years ago with little planning, no other job offers. It took a few months to find a new one, and I had to dip into my savings, but it was still one of the best decisions I've ever made in my life. a toxic boss/ work environment is like a cancer on your life and its hard to compartmentalize and act like it doesn't affect you even outside of work

 

[Dostoevsky]

Do you have articles/papers in academic journals such as Spring, Scopus, etc.?

lol I have zero interest in those. That BS is more science and I'm not trying to send English texts either way.

 

[Osman]

lol I have zero interest in those. That BS is more science and I'm not trying to send English texts either way.

What kind of short stories do you write? Specific themes? Or is varied genres/subject matters?

 

[Dostoevsky]

What kind of short stories do you write? Specific themes? Or is varies genres/subject matters?

Mostly realistic but sometimes I dwell into magic realism. The last published one is about a retiring professor and his last day at the university. But there were different genres that I've been gathering, alongside with some comedic and mythological, satirical stories. I think I have around 11 right now. I plan to continue and finish the collection of stories this year. Would like to publish as well but I won't rush until I'm satisfied with every single one.

 

[Osman]

Sounds intriguing mix of styles. Hope they all work out for you Dusan

 

[swag]

I'm at my breaking point with my job right now, I'm about to fucking snap and just quit.

That sucks. But you're not alone.

Employment seems weird right now. Like a lot of bad bosses are getting away with it when they weren't a few years ago.

This sounds like an absolute nightmare scenario. I don't think I would leave my house for a long time after that.

I haven't been back to the UK since, if that means anything.

It's an accumulation of things that keep adding up really. It mostly comes down to my PO being a dickhead, and I cannot deal with him or his shit (or no) planning and attitude. One of those people that just expects everyone to know everything about the most specific bullshit at the drop of the hat, when no documentation exists anywhere in the company whatsoever. This company's "rush software out the door no matter what" attitude is also far too played out for me.

That won't end well for anybody. And as Kyle said, a layoff could be a relief. Good luck with that. Keep your eye on options is all I'm sayin'!

And speaking of which...

I got my new short story published in the literary newspapers several days ago. Another small (well, for me big) victory and something to kick off this year.

So Dušan, I got to recall your past stories of employment game in Serbia to crack up a writer:
https://femcel1836.substack.com/p/why-are-there-no-fucking-jobs

I wrote "America is the new Serbia", as her descriptions of job hunting sounded a lot like the horror shows you've faced there. It completely busted her up laughing because she had apparently spent some time living in Croatia and could identify with it.

Just supporting my Serbian writer community, yo...

 

[Dostoevsky]

That sucks. But you're not alone.

Employment seems weird right now. Like a lot of bad bosses are getting away with it when they weren't a few years ago.



I haven't been back to the UK since, if that means anything.



That won't end well for anybody. And as Kyle said, a layoff could be a relief. Good luck with that. Keep your eye on options is all I'm sayin'!

And speaking of which...



So Dušan, I got to recall your past stories of employment game in Serbia to crack up a writer:
https://femcel1836.substack.com/p/why-are-there-no-fucking-jobs

I wrote "America is the new Serbia", as her descriptions of job hunting sounded a lot like the horror shows you've faced there. It completely busted her up laughing because she had apparently spent some time living in Croatia and could identify with it.

Just supporting my Serbian writer community, yo...

lol, remember and never forget. I certainly never will. On a bright note, I'm doing quite great over the past year and a half. I got 2 raises over the past 3 months and both equal 50% of my previous salary. And I got like 5 raises in 2 and a half years. Feels pretty weird and refreshing since I'm hitting way above average now. And since this is quite rare occasion, I kept wondering how good would it be if all jobs had similar to what I'm getting right now. There wouldn't be any need to worry what happens in case of industry collapse. But I appreciate every penny that I get because I know where I came from. Can't say that the regular mindset. People at my company earn similar, some less but many people get more. Seeing them, it feels like Dante's hell. Quite apolocaliptic living standards, filling the void with sins and consumerism without control.

 

[swag]

lol, remember and never forget. I certainly never will. On a bright note, I'm doing quite great over the past year and a half. I got 2 raises over the past 3 months and both equal 50% of my previous salary. And I got like 5 raises in 2 and a half years. Feels pretty weird and refreshing since I'm hitting way above average now. And since this is quite rare occasion, I kept wondering how good would it be if all jobs had similar to what I'm getting right now. There wouldn't be any need to worry what happens in case of industry collapse. But I appreciate every penny that I get because I know where I came from. Can't say that the regular mindset. People at my company earn similar, some less but many people get more. Seeing them, it feels like Dante's hell. Quite apolocaliptic living standards, filling the void with sins and consumerism without control.

All hats off to you, sir. That is fantastic news, my brother.

Was there any secrets? Far be it from me to comprehend the meat grinder of the Serbian job market.

 

[Dostoevsky]

All hats off to you, sir. That is fantastic news, my brother.

Was there any secrets? Far be it from me to comprehend the meat grinder of the Serbian job market.

Thanks. But I'd be way too arrogant to say that (only) I take the credit.

Pretty tough question and it falls into the category of those that I hate answering because it reminds of BS that I can't stand which are motivational speakers and coaches on how to be happy or successful. But I share my point of view, though.

When I worked in the previous jobs it was a handful of everything. I've been into sales, journalism, coordinating teams & administration, CS, finance, you name it. Some company was some, some medium and some multinational corp. There were a lot of people with high school, universities, motivated, non-motivated. All sorts. However, despite the companies profits, the horizontal and vertical promotions were quite tight. There were literally no room for getting up there and grabbing the bucks. You simply had your salary and you can fuck off. Good companies (compared to the west) were pretty non existed or at least closed for me.

What changed? I know people would love to hear how I learned some soft skills, or how I have enrolled some course, but no. It was just two things: luck and opportunity. I had been asked if I wanted to work as a CS agent at some promising company where people are satisfied (which is rare, like I said). I had to accept second and third shifts which was (still is) very hard for me as I value life over work. But I was willing to give it a shot and it turned out it was a great move. My starting wages were that great and considering the shift flaws, I'd say the offer was below average. But I wanted to give it a go. It was very tough at first, way too much work, but everything fell into order. You know what was different (employee related) compared to previous jobs that I had? Nothing. People who worked there were just like in every other place where I worked before. However, in this company they valued how you work, which was new to me, and prize wasn't small at all. I'll also have to mention that it was great getting into gabling industry because it's a gold mine. After 6 months I got promoted to another department. Then I kept staying there and got raises for doing some good work & going extra mile quite often. I'm still an ant there but I'm involved into business decisions and hit meetings with big heads so I've earned some respect down the line. I had periods of 1-2 years without a job with almost zero spending habits. I was furious. But it was a period of time when I was swallowing the books. Sure, it was pure literature, but now when I look back I still think it's one of the most valuable things that I've done for myself. Being an introvert and somebody who loves cinematography since a little boy, I think it gave me a wider knowledge which got recognized and respected. So as a late payback I think it was worth a lot even though I never planned to capitalize it per se. My initial thoughts got shattered because I was expecting some beasts in the company. Turns out it was just regular people and nobody to be afraid of. I had a chance and I gave my best to get recognized. It was not easy and my biggest reward came in the last 4 months (my newst/biggest salary is yet to hit me on Monday). So it was a combination of many things and I'll have to highlight luck and opportunity because it's quite underlooked and very important. I also think I learned so much over the past 2 years, both work and people related. It was a bumpy year so I hope I get to relax more in this one. Despite big salary spikes my feet are on the ground. I'm just a regular guy trying to life for his own bread & not turn into a dickhead. I'm not saying I'm living it the right way but people at my place are really not appreciating what they are getting. Most likely because they don't know for worse. Might be good, but I see that as a weakness. Some opt to waste a huge chunk of their salary on booze, drugs, gamble and cars. I'm actually saving.

 

[Osman]

@Buck Fuddy


Tried out Arsenico and Taverna Libria of your fine list you recommended for Turin restaurants. Both quite good. Especially Arsenico.


First days focused mainly on Italian cuisine restaurants, but tonight tried out a Brazilian restaurant called Suadade, in Piazza vittorio veneto. Would recommend to check it out next time you there.


Amazing meat selection menu. You order basically their meat menu and alot of different sides and they gleefully come with each and make cuts of 10 different delicious meats infront of you until you bursting, like they cannibals feeding you to get fat

 

[AFL_ITALIA]

I would find another job first but if it’s affecting your mental health that badly, just do it.

I worked for a biotech startup that was the most toxic fucking place and the day my department got laid off was amazing. Huge weight lifted off and some of us went to the beach to celebrate.

Well i don't know your financial situation or the job market you're in but I quit a job I hated about 3 years ago with little planning, no other job offers. It took a few months to find a new one, and I had to dip into my savings, but it was still one of the best decisions I've ever made in my life. a toxic boss/ work environment is like a cancer on your life and its hard to compartmentalize and act like it doesn't affect you even outside of work

I've done it before. Left my job with no backup in 2019 to transition careers to tech and then it was decided by China and God that was the perfect time for a pandemic to fuck that up. Finally got something two years later where I am now (not counting a temp job within that time) BUT only because, as seen below, I knew someone at the company who would actually end up becoming my manager. Great guy, moved onto something far better for more than double the money about a year after.

I could maybe get a job back in finance thanks to my friend that works in a large lawfirm, but...
+ 24% raise to base pay, not counting bonus payment
+ lots overtime pay, which on that base would be insane
+ more money means a more comfortable life obviously, but maybe even earlier retirement if I do it right
+ from what I hear so far the people are cool
+ work isn't terribly difficult, but there's just so much of it
+ NO MORE AGILE

- I struggle to see how I could move up or on from that position in the future if I get burnt out from the hours, so it seems like it's just that forever
- lots of overtime pay, meaning lots of mandatory overtime
- in office 2 days a week currently, who knows if they ask for more in the future
- no more unlimited time off
- more restrictive in general, since it's finance of course
- can't buy stocks anymore and would likely have to sell off what I currently have, or at least individual companies I guess
- ultimately, I think I would end up seeing it as a personal failure to go back to the industry I left, after not accomplishing what I actually set out to at the outset

At this point though I'm pretty much just ranting since it's 1am. Tough decisions.

That sucks. But you're not alone.

Employment seems weird right now. Like a lot of bad bosses are getting away with it when they weren't a few years ago.

That won't end well for anybody. And as Kyle said, a layoff could be a relief. Good luck with that. Keep your eye on options is all I'm sayin'!

And speaking of which...



So Dušan, I got to recall your past stories of employment game in Serbia to crack up a writer:
https://femcel1836.substack.com/p/why-are-there-no-fucking-jobs

I wrote "America is the new Serbia", as her descriptions of job hunting sounded a lot like the horror shows you've faced there. It completely busted her up laughing because she had apparently spent some time living in Croatia and could identify with it.

Just supporting my Serbian writer community, yo...

I'm actively applying at the moment but not confident that I'll be able to get something on my own, for the same reasons described in that link. I talk about it with a coworker all the time, and we've pretty much come to the same conclusion. He's a developer with maybe 3-4 years of experience, which I see plenty of postings for all over the place. I thought it would be much easier for him, but maybe it's just worse than I thought? Assuming he's actually applying and now casually looking around.

I've been at this company for a little over 3 years and in that time I've actually survived something like 4 rounds of layoffs. It's surprising to me because I'm sure this private equity-owned company would LOVE nothing more than to get rid of me to hire someone in Ukraine or Poland where all the other QAs on my team are. The last time was jarring, I was just having a conversation with a coworker about 20 minutes before it was announced that she was one of the ones let go. Really it only tells me that it's just a matter of time.