graycube

joined 2 years ago
[–] graycube@lemmy.world 2 points 1 day ago

It doesn't hurt to ask. Before you do, think about how you will handle possible rejection. What is your next step if they say "not yet"? Will you quit on the spot? Will you try to find out why and focus on resolving any shortcomings they highlight? Will you slog on with the rate race and ask again in 6 months?

Besides the title, why do you want the promotion? Is it the increased responsibility? The money? The challenge? To impress your parents? As a reward for your hard work so far?

Lastly, expertise in a niche does not always translate into broader expertise and experience in a field that could make it easier to find new employment or implement a career refresh. The title might not be as helpful as you hope unless you plan on staying in that niche. And of course, locking in a specialization may not mean changing jobs changes much.

These are just things to ponder. There are no wrong answers. If you asked me for the promotion, as your boss, I'd probably ask you these questions before going to bat to get you the title upgrade.

[–] graycube@lemmy.world 9 points 6 days ago

This is just what everyone wanted. Think of how much better the world will be. No more bird flu, TFA chemicals, climate change, hate, more affordable food and rent, the American Dream revived, no more obesity, free sex. World Peace. Makes me want to reach for a refreshing Coca Cola to celebrate. Elon is a genius. The world is saved!

[–] graycube@lemmy.world 14 points 6 days ago (4 children)

He also learned a poor people word - "groceries". Apparently he never realized that was a thing and is still somewhat perplexed by the idea.

[–] graycube@lemmy.world 3 points 1 week ago

"Sausage me up Scotty"

[–] graycube@lemmy.world 1 points 2 weeks ago

Hot air ballooning is a blast.

[–] graycube@lemmy.world 8 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

So this low data point is the end of covid. Does that return to normal within the next couple of years?

[–] graycube@lemmy.world 3 points 3 weeks ago

No. It took 7 or 8 years of friendship for that to develop. Now we've been married 28 years.

[–] graycube@lemmy.world 5 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

For long term relationships, trust, respect, and freindship are the most important things. Looks fade. Health fades. Economic foundations change. If you have those fundamentals then long-term relationships will work. If you think the missing spark is going to drive you to cheat on the other person, or leave you eternally dissatisfied and frustrated, then you could be right - keep looking. What is most important to you? How much do you really trust and respect your partner?

[–] graycube@lemmy.world 3 points 3 weeks ago (2 children)

Could be a fun tattoo.

[–] graycube@lemmy.world 8 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

As someone who has been coding for over 40 years, this is so true.

[–] graycube@lemmy.world 58 points 3 weeks ago (3 children)

Not to mention his obsession with The Village People.

[–] graycube@lemmy.world 8 points 4 weeks ago (1 children)

Not exactly. They are selling student loans on the market the way mortgages used to be traded in the good old 2000's.

 

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