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Snarleey t1_jdyu9hv wrote

Reply to LPT: Do not fall for the whole pursue "working for your dream company" idea. You will be so much better off if you have a wonderful, respectful, considerate boss at some normal business who actually values and respects you/your work, and allows you to become successful and proficient in your field. by Dismal_Body_2731

This is different from your thoughts on pursuing someone’s dream occupation?

I would think a dream employer is such because they treat employees well, at least partially.

How does one end up with a dream employer that isn’t a dream employer?

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codece t1_jdyro63 wrote

Reply to LPT: To avoid running out of staples unexpectedly, mark the refills by poormansnormal

How about when you open the last box you buy another box? No red ink involved.

A 3 or 4 staple warning isn't really a warning, it's just a way to emphasize that you're an idiot who just ran out of staples.

Also, anecdotal story/confession here -- I stole a full stapler and 4 boxes of staples from a job that fired me 17 years ago, and I have yet to run out of staples. I should have stolen a red sharpie to remind me.

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keepthetips t1_jdyqsl6 wrote

Reply to LPT: What is a good electric toothbrush? by ChickenCheeks7

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yeshereisaname t1_jdyqq99 wrote

Reply to LPT: put dishwasher detergent in your dishwasher as soon as you empty the clean dishes and you’ll never have to guess whether not the dishes are clean. If the detergent tray is empty, they’re clean; if it’s full, they’re dirty. by vendetta2115

Lol I know my dishes are clean because they base of the dishes that are facing upwards have water ontop because I guess my drier/heater thing is broken 🫠

So I just do a finger dip test, if it’s wet they’re clean and I have to get a towel to dry the tops lol.

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bigflagellum t1_jdyqdqf wrote

Reply to comment by maskedwallaby in LPT: Do not fall for the whole pursue "working for your dream company" idea. You will be so much better off if you have a wonderful, respectful, considerate boss at some normal business who actually values and respects you/your work, and allows you to become successful and proficient in your field. by Dismal_Body_2731

Does she just copy and paste these from somewhere? She’s 20 and does only fans i don’t understand how she learnt this wisdom?

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tatang2015 t1_jdyp7fp wrote

Reply to comment by elcheapodeluxe in LPT: Do not fall for the whole pursue "working for your dream company" idea. You will be so much better off if you have a wonderful, respectful, considerate boss at some normal business who actually values and respects you/your work, and allows you to become successful and proficient in your field. by Dismal_Body_2731

If she can buy their stocks at 15% discount, I’ll work at that company. They coming out with a video AR.

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redvitalijs t1_jdyon7l wrote

Reply to comment by redvitalijs in LPT: Do not fall for the whole pursue "working for your dream company" idea. You will be so much better off if you have a wonderful, respectful, considerate boss at some normal business who actually values and respects you/your work, and allows you to become successful and proficient in your field. by Dismal_Body_2731

As for working for your dream company I think you should try to get there. Wouldn't want to regret it your whole life, as it can sour your relationship even with the best job you have now. As in it is better to be disappointed.

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Dyolf_Knip t1_jdyoehw wrote

Reply to LPT: Do not fall for the whole pursue "working for your dream company" idea. You will be so much better off if you have a wonderful, respectful, considerate boss at some normal business who actually values and respects you/your work, and allows you to become successful and proficient in your field. by Dismal_Body_2731

I tels you, my current Scottish boss has completely ruined me for having an American manager even again. We were halfway through March and the guy is telling me he's worried because I haven't yet put in any requests against my unlimited vacation time.

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redvitalijs t1_jdyoe45 wrote

Reply to LPT: Do not fall for the whole pursue "working for your dream company" idea. You will be so much better off if you have a wonderful, respectful, considerate boss at some normal business who actually values and respects you/your work, and allows you to become successful and proficient in your field. by Dismal_Body_2731

I think this advice needs to be more complete. Here is my attempt:

Change jobs every 2 years to increase salary (can be in the same company). Deal with all types of bosses, while learning what kind of boss you need. Keep in touch with bosses you liked.

Once you are ready to settle down maintain this strategy until you hit a wonderfull boss, then start growing more laterally and try yourself at this whole one company career knowing that you are supported.

Trying to settle down with a good boss too early can be problematic. Your great boss can't really help you with a salary boost, because that comes from up above corporate anyway. You also are limited to what you can learn about other companies, bosses and yourself.

It's very simillar to dating, know when to move on, know when to settle down before it's too late. Unless you want to be a freelancer. No judgements, it can be very fun too.

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