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Fyndir · April 2012

Edcrab wrote: »

Fyndir's joke reminds me of how I get so many friends telling me to "just find [them] something to do with copy-editing so I can work from home too"

Sure! It's really easy! It's not like I spend longer looking for work than actually working! And the best part is when you imply that I'm keeping all the work for myself. That's me, a big old work hoarder, I am a dragon of editing a top a mound of badly spelled words

Look, everyone knows that when the mines closed copy editing became the backbone of the working class economy, it's cheap unskilled labour that anyone can do, and you've got a slightly smaller chance of contracting black lung!

redfenix · April 2012

So a friend from college is on a travel show

we did sketch comedy for a few years.. it's weird to see him like... on something TVish

Peen · April 2012

Blake T wrote: »

Yell get money get paid.

Then rub your fingers together, you know, in the money way.

Ohhh, that makes sense. At my last job interview I yelled fuck bitches erryday and did a bunch of hip thrusts and that didn't seem to work.

Aneurhythmia · April 2012

Edcrab wrote: »

I know that feeling Indie. I feel like a real arse for whining about things when people have far worse issues at their work (like having to actually leave their house to work, for a start), but considering that I'm already doing stupid early morning shifts for this stupid agency I'm going mad because I have to spend those early mornings with a daft new aide constantly messaging me.

Except my "buddy" in this buddy system is more like a damn ball and chain. He or she turns up online two hours after the contract begins, which is perhaps a blessing in disguise because when they are around I'm left trying to explain the most painfully simplistic things

"How do we know which spelling they want?"

Well that's easy, effect and affect are two different words and they're still two different words in both British English and American English

"Okay so... I replace this 's' with a 'z'."

No, that'd be an American spelling.

"But they're an American client! I don't get it!"

They're an American client who specifically hired the agency to ~~assign contractors~~ torture freelancers and Britishicate their documentation, this is insultingly simple why am I having to tell you this three times now

I've got a nagging suspicion that this person is completely and utterly new to the field and that these buggers are taking the piss by trying to make me train someone up on the side. Which I wouldn't mind doing, if that had been what I signed up for, and yet by that same token I'm loathe to say anything in case they decide never to extend a contract my way again

Wait, you edit copy from home? Train me instead. I just gotta learn where all those superfluous u's go.

Aneurhythmia · April 2012

Wait, never mind. I just saw your follow-up post about how jealously you guard your industry.

Edcrab · April 2012

If by "edit copy" you mean work all of ten hours a week mostly talking to clients and dumbass co-workers while constantly wondering where my next pay cheque is due, then yes I edit copy from home

Liiya · April 2012

Edcrab wrote: »

I know that feeling Indie. I feel like a real arse for whining about things when people have far worse issues at their work (like having to actually leave their house to work, for a start), but considering that I'm already doing stupid early morning shifts for this stupid agency I'm going mad because I have to spend those early mornings with a daft new aide constantly messaging me.

Except my "buddy" in this buddy system is more like a damn ball and chain. He or she turns up online two hours after the contract begins, which is perhaps a blessing in disguise because when they are around I'm left trying to explain the most painfully simplistic things

"How do we know which spelling they want?"

Well that's easy, effect and affect are two different words and they're still two different words in both British English and American English

"Okay so... I replace this 's' with a 'z'."

No, that'd be an American spelling.

"But they're an American client! I don't get it!"

They're an American client who specifically hired the agency to ~~assign contractors~~ torture freelancers and Britishicate their documentation, this is insultingly simple why am I having to tell you this three times now

I've got a nagging suspicion that this person is completely and utterly new to the field and that these buggers are taking the piss by trying to make me train someone up on the side. Which I wouldn't mind doing, if that had been what I signed up for, and yet by that same token I'm loathe to say anything in case they decide never to extend a contract my way again

D:

Well thats rubbish!

Aneurhythmia · April 2012

Peen wrote: »

This job I'm applying for wants my salary history and requirements. I'm cool with the history but have no idea what to put for the requirements; is there a standard way you would figure this out?

There are websites that will let you look up average salaries by industry and location. I think the more accurate/job-specific ones tend to want folks to pay for the service now, but if you take a sampling from several of the free ones you can get a rough idea of a real average. Then adjust based on your experience level and the type/size of the company. Then, I guess decide whether the specific job listing or application interaction would make it more appropriate to list a salary range or a solid figure + "total compensation negotiable with regards to salary, benefits, and blah blah blah company expectations whatever."

Aneurhythmia · April 2012

Edcrab wrote: »

If by "edit copy" you mean work all of ten hours a week mostly talking to clients and dumbass co-workers while constantly wondering where my next pay cheque is due, then yes I edit copy from home

Yeah, I can do this. But, uh, I'd need a paycheck instead.

Liiya · April 2012

So I have an interview on Tuesday, but after some research it seems that the living rates of the area are significantly more than the rest of the country. I'm not kidding, its freaking crazy. So I've worked out with my family what a livable wage would be, and I won't accept less because I cannot live in a ditch.

It would be lovely if they offer me the livable wage, because it looks a great place to work and they should be aware of the price of living there. Unfortunately I've got to be practical and they may not - they may try to take me for a ride! On the bright side, this has helped me freak out less and put my feet on the ground, which is a good thing.

Edcrab · April 2012

Liiya wrote: »

D:

Well thats rubbish!

Well, I'm aware that it could be much worse! Keep in mind that whenever I want a cup of tea, I can just get one. Helluva perk

SharpyVII · April 2012

Right, I will be picking up my application to join to Police full time this Wednesday, and I'll have two weeks to do it. I'm on holiday for a week right in the middle of that, so I'll need to get some serious writing done the two days before and after the holiday. Oh, I also have a stag do for my brother before the deadline too, great! Gonna try my best though, If I get in I'm pretty much set for life.

Scooter · April 2012

smof wrote: »

Peen wrote: »

This job I'm applying for wants my salary history and requirements. I'm cool with the history but have no idea what to put for the requirements; is there a standard way you would figure this out?

I was told to think of how much you (realistically) want, so whatever you're earning now or what you think you should go up to. Then ask for £1k more than that.

The person who told me this was just some guy I know though, so who knows if he has any clue.

edit: of course I'm talking about jobs in the range of £15,000-£20,000. If you're looking at more £80,000 or whatever than adding £1k is kind of meaningless.

My rule of thumb was that I had to get paid more than my sister. Yes, we're in completely different fields, but that's not the point dammit!

Worked out well til she got a new job that paid a lot more. Pshaw!

skettios · April 2012

Scooter wrote: »

smof wrote: »

Peen wrote: »

This job I'm applying for wants my salary history and requirements. I'm cool with the history but have no idea what to put for the requirements; is there a standard way you would figure this out?

I was told to think of how much you (realistically) want, so whatever you're earning now or what you think you should go up to. Then ask for £1k more than that.

The person who told me this was just some guy I know though, so who knows if he has any clue.

edit: of course I'm talking about jobs in the range of £15,000-£20,000. If you're looking at more £80,000 or whatever than adding £1k is kind of meaningless.

My rule of thumb was that I had to get paid more than my sister. Yes, we're in completely different fields, but that's not the point dammit!

Worked out well til she got a new job that paid a lot more. Pshaw!

Goal I made when I was younger: to make more than my folks combined.
To be fair, my folks don't make a ton. But, I like money, so seemed like a nice goal.
Think I'm just about there.

e: I don't know what they're making nowadays, but I have reached somewhat arbitrary number I decided it was when I was younger, so that's nice. After moving and such I can work on paying back my student loans!

Junpei · April 2012

Liiya wrote: »

So I have an interview on Tuesday, but after some research it seems that the living rates of the area are significantly more than the rest of the country. I'm not kidding, its freaking crazy. So I've worked out with my family what a livable wage would be, and I won't accept less because I cannot live in a ditch.

It would be lovely if they offer me the livable wage, because it looks a great place to work and they should be aware of the price of living there. Unfortunately I've got to be practical and they may not - they may try to take me for a ride! On the bright side, this has helped me freak out less and put my feet on the ground, which is a good thing.

Moving down south eh?

Liiya · April 2012

Junpei wrote: »

Liiya wrote: »

So I have an interview on Tuesday, but after some research it seems that the living rates of the area are significantly more than the rest of the country. I'm not kidding, its freaking crazy. So I've worked out with my family what a livable wage would be, and I won't accept less because I cannot live in a ditch.

It would be lovely if they offer me the livable wage, because it looks a great place to work and they should be aware of the price of living there. Unfortunately I've got to be practical and they may not - they may try to take me for a ride! On the bright side, this has helped me freak out less and put my feet on the ground, which is a good thing.

Moving down south eh?

Ha! Well done, at least thats where the interview is.

Im so nervous. Gotta man up!

Edcrab · April 2012

I'm sure you'll knock the interview itself out of the park, so it's just a question of whether or not they're going to offer reasonable pay. Best of luck on both counts!

Liiya · April 2012

I'm not sure if I'm good enough, but fingers crossed! if I throw up on the lady I'll let you all know! hahahah oh god.

mully · April 2012

You'll do awesome, Liiya! Best of luck. And don't let them know of your unsureness

Liiya · April 2012

Thanks Ed, thanks Mully! I'm just going to be myself, and hope they like me. And hope I like it!

Ruckus · April 2012

Scooter wrote: »

My rule of thumb was that I had to get paid more than my sister. Yes, we're in completely different fields, but that's not the point dammit!

Worked out well til she got a new job that paid a lot more. Pshaw!

I had that goal too, and figured it was in the bag since she decided to become a Gym teacher and I had like a four year lead in work experience.

Now she teaches Gym at Private school in Kuwait.

Touché.

facetious · April 2012

You'll be great Liiya! Just think, if I managed to pass an interview you're a cinch.

Liiya · April 2012

Hehe, thanks Facetious! Im glad you got your job, really happy for you

Buttlord · April 2012

trying to find a job that isn't essentially the same as the one i have now but with slightly different pay is incredibly frustrating

especially since i don't have a degree

but i don't want to go back to school until i can find a job where i'm not getting hurt all the time and working nights!

Buttlord · April 2012

basically if anyone here wants a personal assistant just call 1800butts4u and i will work out some very reasonable rates

Henroid · April 2012

Tempted to quit this current job. The actual responsibilities and stress are way down compared to other jobs I've worked, but management has its head so far its up ass, fucking things up and being bipolar, that it compensates. It's actually made this job WORSE than my last one. SOMEHOW. SOME FUCKING HOW.

Blow up east Texas.

mully · April 2012

Ruckus wrote: »

Scooter wrote: »

My rule of thumb was that I had to get paid more than my sister. Yes, we're in completely different fields, but that's not the point dammit!

Worked out well til she got a new job that paid a lot more. Pshaw!

I had that goal too, and figured it was in the bag since she decided to become a Gym teacher and I had like a four year lead in work experience.

Now she teaches Gym at Private school in Kuwait.

Touché.

i make more now than either of my parents or grandparents ever did at any part of their lives
it isn't a good feeling, i somehow feel guilty about it

DrZiplock · April 2012

Liiya wrote: »

I don't want to get too excited, but I have just spoken to a lady to send my CV to and schedule an interview. She seemed to like me.

I know the forum hates the idea of me swearing, but believe me I am swearing. But lets not get TOO excited. It may all go to pot.

Actually, I think we just find it adorable. Swear away, Liiya! Fingers crossed.

zucchini · April 2012

Received a copy of the letter my HOA sent to my neighbors yesterday. They attached the pictures that I had posted in this thread, dunno how I feel about that. I wonder if they'll say anything to me.

Kochikens · April 2012

Liiya wrote: »

So I have an interview on Tuesday, but after some research it seems that the living rates of the area are significantly more than the rest of the country. I'm not kidding, its freaking crazy. So I've worked out with my family what a livable wage would be, and I won't accept less because I cannot live in a ditch.

It would be lovely if they offer me the livable wage, because it looks a great place to work and they should be aware of the price of living there. Unfortunately I've got to be practical and they may not - they may try to take me for a ride! On the bright side, this has helped me freak out less and put my feet on the ground, which is a good thing.

Good luck liiya!!!

IpseDixit · April 2012

zucchini wrote: »

Received a copy of the letter my HOA sent to my neighbors yesterday. They attached the pictures that I had posted in this thread, dunno how I feel about that. I wonder if they'll say anything to me.

If they do tell them that Hellen Keller could park a car better

skettios · April 2012

go go, @Liiya! :bz

Ruckus · April 2012

mully wrote: »

i make more now than either of my parents or grandparents ever did at any part of their lives
it isn't a good feeling, i somehow feel guilty about it

Think about the status of the Canadian Pension Plan and Old Age Security, the status of our planet's resources, and our government. Mostly their fault.

Stale · April 2012

mully wrote: »

Ruckus wrote: »

Scooter wrote: »

My rule of thumb was that I had to get paid more than my sister. Yes, we're in completely different fields, but that's not the point dammit!

Worked out well til she got a new job that paid a lot more. Pshaw!

I had that goal too, and figured it was in the bag since she decided to become a Gym teacher and I had like a four year lead in work experience.

Now she teaches Gym at Private school in Kuwait.

Touché.

i make more now than either of my parents or grandparents ever did at any part of their lives
it isn't a good feeling, i somehow feel guilty about it

I make more than my parents combined, and more than any other member of my family, save for one cousin.

I'm still regarded as a failure. Don't sweat it kid.

Blake T · April 2012

Your dad just comes over, looks at you and goes, cancer ain't no excuse boy, I could take you in a fight.

CrackedLens · April 2012

Then a "Boy Named Sue" type brawl ensues

Stale · April 2012

fairly certain my father would snap me in half like a dry twig

man has a hand like a shovel

CrackedLens · April 2012

....pointed or squared shovel?

CrackedLens · April 2012

Hahahahaha also we just fucking blew up $250,000!!!!

Take that profit margin!!

DrZiplock · April 2012

CrackedLens wrote: »

Hahahahaha also we just fucking blew up $250,000!!!!

Take that profit margin!!

Did the guy carrying the briefcase full of a quarter million slip and fall into a vat or something?

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