Merc what I don't like about your situation is that you seem to be vital there but they don't recognize that and compensate well. Probably super awkward to bring that up but have you discussed this with them? Strong individuals are the lifeblood of small business and one or two people there can make or break a small shop which I am getting the feeling this is? Sure in larger companies there are redundancies and competency matters less than it should.
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ddrueding
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Just a local fundraising dinner/auction for kids in protective custody.
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Merc, I sympathize, it's a tough call.
The positives include a change of both workplace and residence (you're practically rusted on where you are), less risk of unemployment for at least the next year or two, the lifestyle change that enforced days off are likely to bring, and the security of medical benefits.
The negatives include a change of both workplace and residence, the inescapable feeling that you're letting a bunch of people down, and the loss of autonomy you feel from your consulting.
The real reservation I have is the motivation behind the new offer. A 5-year contract that doesn't pay particularly well sounds more like exploitation than appreciation. More importantly, it sounds like it won't add anything to your C.V., which means that in five years time, you may be unemployable.
I'd take your concerns about your present employer's viability seriously - it's unlikely to be just paranoia - so you probably do need to do something while there are opportunities available. Have you looked for other jobs? I'm sure you're a far more attractive proposition for prospective employers than when you were looking several years ago. In the market here, for instance, you'd probably be able to do contract work as an Exchange guru.
The positives include a change of both workplace and residence (you're practically rusted on where you are), less risk of unemployment for at least the next year or two, the lifestyle change that enforced days off are likely to bring, and the security of medical benefits.
The negatives include a change of both workplace and residence, the inescapable feeling that you're letting a bunch of people down, and the loss of autonomy you feel from your consulting.
The real reservation I have is the motivation behind the new offer. A 5-year contract that doesn't pay particularly well sounds more like exploitation than appreciation. More importantly, it sounds like it won't add anything to your C.V., which means that in five years time, you may be unemployable.
I'd take your concerns about your present employer's viability seriously - it's unlikely to be just paranoia - so you probably do need to do something while there are opportunities available. Have you looked for other jobs? I'm sure you're a far more attractive proposition for prospective employers than when you were looking several years ago. In the market here, for instance, you'd probably be able to do contract work as an Exchange guru.
jtr1962
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Apparently the recession is causing drivers to slow down
Interesting that they only gave average speeds. The median and 95th percentile speeds are what I would find much more interesting. It only takes a relatively small percentage of people doing 45 mph to really bring down the average, but they wouldn't affect the median by much.
Interesting that they only gave average speeds. The median and 95th percentile speeds are what I would find much more interesting. It only takes a relatively small percentage of people doing 45 mph to really bring down the average, but they wouldn't affect the median by much.
Howell
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Much has been covered regarding your move Merc but I had a couple thoughts.
Relocating might be stressful enough that you would welcome being overqualified and bored at work. Just make sure that there is an out to the contract in case you settle in nicely.
Try to sell you current client base.
Relocating might be stressful enough that you would welcome being overqualified and bored at work. Just make sure that there is an out to the contract in case you settle in nicely.
Try to sell you current client base.
Mercutio
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In the end I decided not to do it, because I'd be bored in fairly short order and because it would be a step down in terms of my independence.
Pradeep
Storage? I am Storage!
"I got my 2010 Prius this Summer via the Clunker program. It has this glitch. If you hit a bump while braking, the brakes release and you have to reapply pressure. Hasn't been much of a problem, but it could definitely cause an accident in an emergency stop."
http://www.dailytech.com/article.aspx?newsid=17606
Whoops. I can see how for a novice driver that would cause them to plow into the back of whatever has stopped in front of them. Apparently also good fun in icy conditions.
http://www.dailytech.com/article.aspx?newsid=17606
Whoops. I can see how for a novice driver that would cause them to plow into the back of whatever has stopped in front of them. Apparently also good fun in icy conditions.
ddrueding
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I'm fine with e-everything, just do it right.
What if you hit another vehicle whilst braking?
I meant, do the brakes let loose?
I was just trying to be funny and it may have come across as being an ass, so I'm sorry for that.
This might be a summary of the issue:
Stereodude
Not really a
Most modules in cars can be reflashed over the CAN network.
Stereodude
Not really a
Well, of course not. It's not supposed to be consumer flashed. The dealer would do it.
This made me laugh. Check out google street view. Make sure to look around while moving the view down the street.
I thought maybe the Instar woman can transmit the firmware to the vehicles.
DrunkenBastard
Storage is cool
The OnStar people were trying to get my FIL to resign for the OnStar pacage beyond the first free period they give. My FIL was potentially interested in the remote unlocking feature. Unfortunately, this is a work truck version with wind up windows and no central locking. So a pretty impressive feat if they could pull it off.
Stereodude
Not really a
Companies are interested in allowing remote flashing over WiMax / LTE or 3G wireless. They just haven't quite got that far yet.
ddrueding
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I just got the new version of Dragon NaturallySpeaking, so we'll see how it does over the next few days. I haven't tried voice recognition software for a few years so I still have to get used to speaking my punctuation and not babbling.
Pradeep
Storage? I am Storage!
Setup Macro "Internet Rage" = Caps Lock On
ddrueding
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Bong Olympics? Sounds like something that is more fun to compete in than spectate. Those days are behind me by quite a ways...
ddrueding
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Just a guess: father in law?
Stereodude
Not really a
I don't think his posts are mellow enough. :-oPerhaps Uda is the one partaking in those Olympics.
ddrueding
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From a Newegg review:
I actually got to stop in and visit the B&H super store in down town NYC this past weekend. I took a road trip with my GF for a family event in NYC on Saturday and then on Sunday we took a day trip back into the city.
That place is crazy busy and it's like an airport with signs everywhere, conveyor belts, people assisting you at every corner. I didn't buy anything, but it was nice to be able to have some hands on with a 5D MKII and a 1D MKIV. I found a bounce card I liked which has a handle and folds up. I also learned that in order to avoid the 8%+ sales tax in NYC, you can buy the item in the store and they will ship it to free out of state. Doing so saves the tax.
Afterward we walked over to the Carnegie Deli for a Valentines dinner. That's a fun experience sitting arm to arm with strangers while eating enormous sandwiches. When dinner was done, we walked back to the car and drove back to MA. It was a fun trip and I want to go back there this summer to spend some more time inside the store.
That place is crazy busy and it's like an airport with signs everywhere, conveyor belts, people assisting you at every corner. I didn't buy anything, but it was nice to be able to have some hands on with a 5D MKII and a 1D MKIV. I found a bounce card I liked which has a handle and folds up. I also learned that in order to avoid the 8%+ sales tax in NYC, you can buy the item in the store and they will ship it to free out of state. Doing so saves the tax.
Afterward we walked over to the Carnegie Deli for a Valentines dinner. That's a fun experience sitting arm to arm with strangers while eating enormous sandwiches. When dinner was done, we walked back to the car and drove back to MA. It was a fun trip and I want to go back there this summer to spend some more time inside the store.
ddrueding
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The last time I drove in Manhattan wasn't as bad as everyone says. Parking sucks, but you just adjust your aggressiveness to match the other drives, and it works out OK.
NYC can be intimidating, but I actually felt pretty comfortable while I was there. We walked around for numerous miles because parking is a pain. We even had to wade through the mass crowds that let out after a rangers hockey game. That was interesting.
The B&H store is worth a visit if you ever get the chance. There's sections for selling used equipment and signs and sections for just about everything else. If you've every thumbed through their huge paper catalogs, it's quite like walking through it in person.
The B&H store is worth a visit if you ever get the chance. There's sections for selling used equipment and signs and sections for just about everything else. If you've every thumbed through their huge paper catalogs, it's quite like walking through it in person.
I'm not a city person and aggressive people are a turn off.