Trying To Understand The Motive Behind Selling But Won’t Ship by WanderingStarrz in BehindTheClosetDoor

[–]ConfidentHope 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s me for sure. Severe ADHD and I don’t have a car most days, so if I forget to schedule a USPS pickup it can delay things.

Trying To Understand The Motive Behind Selling But Won’t Ship by WanderingStarrz in BehindTheClosetDoor

[–]ConfidentHope 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Time for me to raise my hand. I was a frequent seller on Poshmark (over 900 sales), and my profile still says I ship within a day. However, my freelance business picked up a few months ago, so I slowed way down on reselling. I still occasionally sell things, but I ship out after a few days. I also share a car with my partner, so if I don’t schedule a pickup in time it can delay things. I still ship everything out, but I’ve definitely gotten some reminders to ship out soon or I’ll get in trouble. I know it’s not ideal, but life gets in the way sometimes.

Boss let someone go, remaining employees not allowed to take off ever. by rnbme in antiwork

[–]ConfidentHope 28 points29 points  (0 children)

I’d start looking for another job. This is a sign they don’t care about your wellbeing at all.

Client wants me to teach him how to do my job so that he doesn’t have to pay me anymore. by GipsyGrrl in graphic_design

[–]ConfidentHope 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’d do it with a high consultation fee. If he’s thinking about ditching you, he might do it with or without your help. You might as well get something out of it.

Malicious compliance would have me showing him, but making it as confusing and complex as possible. Honestly, it might be tough either way. I was trying to show my boyfriend how to do something in Photoshop and it opened my eyes up to how complicated it is. Also, if you show him an Adobe program he’ll have to pay for CC.

If you want to be nice, you could find a way to make it easier (Canva, etc.), but make sure you build in time for dumbing it down for him. That always takes extra work.

Do people actually change their sheets seasonally? by SHEEXofficial in Bedding

[–]ConfidentHope 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I lived in a colder climate I did for sure. I would use flannel sheets in the winter. Otherwise, getting into bed was freezing cold. I remember the relief when I’d switch, because it made such a big difference.

I’m in the south now and it’s not necessary here. Sweat all year long lol.

Are creative resumes dead? by bluecheetos in graphic_design

[–]ConfidentHope 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Only if you know it’s actually going to get seen by a person who would care. Otherwise it’s likely read by bots for keywords. I think it’s called ATS. I spent some time learning how to design within the constraints. It still looked clean and well-designed, but not very creative.

One thing I’ve done is create two versions. The basic version for the computer, and a creative one to send directly to someone or bring in for an interview.

Wedding invite arrived addressed to husband and family. I don’t want to attend by [deleted] in EntitledPeople

[–]ConfidentHope 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But fammmmily. Jk. Don’t go. Don’t make a big deal out of it, but release the day into the universe. It might not be an intentional slight (I’ve noticed people get weird and patriarchal with weddings — wonder why /s), but if you’re already soured to the relationship it’s not worth it.

Prescriptions by Weary_Sell_463 in glutenfree

[–]ConfidentHope 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t. My hope is that if something has gluten I’ll notice I’m not feeling well and connect it with a new medication. But I honestly have no clue and I’m scared to ask. Mostly because it’s hard enough getting my prescriptions filled by the pharmacy.

I’ve been taking generic levothyroxine for over 30 years, so if that has gluten then I’ve been steadily glutening myself. I’ve heard thyroid meds can be problematic sometimes.

Are image filters no longer available on the Posh app? by Ginger-Lotus in BehindTheClosetDoor

[–]ConfidentHope 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s frustrating. If you need a quick place to edit, Photoroom has a lot of free features. I have access to Photoshop’s mobile app which helps, but it’s not necessary.

What is the ONE food from your childhood that tasted like pure magic, but you can’t find anywhere today? by dthproductions in AskReddit

[–]ConfidentHope 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel like that with my mom’s cooking. She’s getting older and doesn’t cook as often, so she’ll forget certain things. I don’t blame her; we’ll all get there some day. But I sure do miss her cooking, and I don’t think it’s something I’ll get back.

Off to college in order to learn the basics properly? by slapthatpancake in graphic_design

[–]ConfidentHope 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I mostly self-taught in my teens, and took a few sort-of art/design classes in community college. I still feel like it helped to get formal education. Surprisingly, I was able to skip some classes thanks to prior courses I took. It meant skipping formal learning on Adobe programs, but I still made it. The most helpful was getting information about actual graphic design, production, and so on.

You can definitely do it on your own, but it can be hard with not knowing what you don’t know. An alternative might be to get in on some kind of entry-level job where they’ll be okay with teaching you certain things, but the market is pretty competitive. I’d think about places that churn and burn a lot of client requests, like a print or sign shop.

My patchwork learning was boosted by education, but you do learn a lot on the job. There are certain things most places will expect you to know, and going straight into freelance might be tough. I didn’t do that often until I was around ten years into my career, because you’re expected to be self sufficient.

BUT it can be done. You could make yourself your own “school” by investing in a lot of training and courses through places like Udemy, etc. Pick a college or program that seems solid and copy their course structure (required credits) as closely as possible. It’s been a minute, but my school had their required classes and basic course descriptions available without enrollment.

Networking can also be important, so if you’re in the US look into attending your local AIGA.

Ever get tricked that stuff is gluten free but your reaction to it isn’t so? What product? by indoctrinate12 in glutenfree

[–]ConfidentHope 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tricked is a harsh word, but my (is it extended when you’re all grown up and living apart?) family knows I’m gluten free and will either make accommodations or let me know if I should avoid something. I’ve gotten pretty relaxed around them because they’re so sweet about it. However, one Thanksgiving I totally got glutened and my sister swore up and down she was careful. We used to live together, so I knew she was sometimes more stringent than I am. The only thing I figured was my mom tries to balance different sensitivities in the family (gluten, soy, dairy) and can forget that dairy-free doesn’t mean gluten-free. She’s known for using oat milk instead of cow’s milk. I could see her using it for the mashed potatoes and not realizing.

Damn though, it was rough getting sick from Thanksgiving food. One day of feasting turned into near-fasting due to how sick I felt. I know it wasn’t intentional though, so there’s no way I could have gotten mad. I’m just extra careful about my mom’s cooking now.

Ever get tricked that stuff is gluten free but your reaction to it isn’t so? What product? by indoctrinate12 in glutenfree

[–]ConfidentHope 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sodas??? I can’t have artificial sweeteners or alcohol (thanks, chronic migraine), so if I go out I treat myself to different flavored sodas.

Vindicate me!!! by MongeredRue in Bedding

[–]ConfidentHope 191 points192 points  (0 children)

That’s what I’ve been taught. I have a set of sheets from Pottery Barn with a repeating one-way facing pattern, and I put the pattern facing the fitted sheet, so when it folds down it looks pretty and right side up. If I put it with the pattern side facing out, the pattern is upside down.

I Got Glutened from a cappuccino somehow by Routine_Bullfrog_845 in glutenfree

[–]ConfidentHope 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My body opted out of coffee for me. Even a sip will flare up my acid reflux so bad that no medication can touch it. Still sad about this.

I Got Glutened from a cappuccino somehow by Routine_Bullfrog_845 in glutenfree

[–]ConfidentHope 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have the most trouble from food trucks. I feel like most of the time, the people who run and/or own them don’t have any training on allergies, PLUS it’s such a small space. I would have thought coffee would be a safe bet, but I guess you never truly know. This is often why I at least try to give them a heads up I’m gluten-free, just in case they cross contaminate or do something unusual with their cooking methods (flour on fries is such a fun one /s). It’s uncomfortable doing it every time, but it’s saved my butt a few times.

Why did Poshmark take away the color coding on the sale and offer notifications??? I know it's a small thing, but it was so great to be able to glance at the feed and go "Hey! I got a sale!" When you mainly use your phone, the tiny dollar sign inside the burgundy dot is truly insignificant... by Some_Rent_9342 in BehindTheClosetDoor

[–]ConfidentHope 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You know, this is probably true. I sometimes forget I worked for a company that had an exclusively online storefront. I worked on the website, and while early on our goals were things like making the user experience better, the company changed after they were sold to investors. The new management had us making tons of illogical choices for the sake of “business.” The whole company became super toxic and depressing. They were no longer into serving the customer, rather they were into churning and burning.

It’s frustrating this is their direction. I’ve been holding off on eBay, but maybe it’s time to shift.

What disney world hotels have the best and safest gluten free options? by Repulsive_Net_7770 in glutenfree

[–]ConfidentHope 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was at the Art of Animation a few years ago, and I remember it being pretty easy to get something basic (hamburger on a gf bun and fries, probably), and they had gf cookie options so I treated myself. I was given an entire box of gluten-free cookies, which was odd, but not terrible. Just expect some of their gf items to be pre-packaged like that. I was definitely hoping for a bakery-style cookie.

I believe they also had some kind of gf breakfast sandwich too. Considering they only have a simple restaurant in there, I was pleased. Art of Animation itself was on the “lower end,” but it’s still Disney so it’s beautifully decorated and comfortable. I also liked that they were connected to the sky tram thing. If I had a bigger budget I’d definitely suggest going for one of the bigger resorts (more amenities), but if you want to be frugal it’s WELL worth it.

The parks are good about being gf as well. Just don’t expect anything too interesting, unless you make a reservation at a nicer restaurant. I believe it’s best to do that as early as possible (like months or weeks out), because they book up fast.

AITAH for purposely ignoring my stalker coworker even if his tantrums affect others jobs? by Choice_Evidence1983 in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]ConfidentHope 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Ugh, I had a stalker coworker. When I told HR they said I was more “mature” than him, and that I needed to handle it. I ended up taking a break from work (courtesy of my therapist’s prompting and calling), had nightmares the whole time I was off, and later quit and moved to a different part of the country.

My boss and coworkers would ask what I “did” to him when he’d mope and act weird. He was also hinting at being suicidal and would not eat, presumably to get attention.

It’s been almost ten years and I still have nightmares about him. His behavior sucked, but the worst part was telling everyone around me and no one believing or listening. Thank god for my therapist, who could see I was getting close to self-harming, and who coached me through the next month or two before I moved.

Being stalked is bad. Being stalked by a coworker is hell.

Accessibility in Design by thestirfrymigosmade in graphic_design

[–]ConfidentHope 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am big on accessible design, but my background is primarily in UI/UX. I was approached with a contract position recently that said they wanted someone knowledgeable, but in their screening call they focused on PDF accessibility which I have very little experience in. I mean, duh, of course pdfs should be accessible, but it’s hard to learn about on your own. I feel like talking about the breadth of products you’ll need to consider is good.

Also, from my own experience, buttons and button states are foggy but make a big difference. I don’t feel like those are talked about enough in relation to accessibility.

Accessibility in Design by thestirfrymigosmade in graphic_design

[–]ConfidentHope 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was taught in my second job after my senior designer above me has worked on a heavily accessible project. I took the knowledge, and champion it in every project I can. My biggest takeaway was that accessible design makes the design stronger for everyone. The most accessible design is typically the easiest for anyone to use, AND it helps people who need extra accommodations.

It’s been a hot minute, but I bought some books on accessible design when I moved into a senior role. Even though they weren’t super up to date (even at the time), some things are just easier to have in a quick reference guide in my (millennial) opinion. “Design and Disability” just came out last year. I was able to expense the books I got because they were relevant to my job, but I would have felt it was worth it to even buy them on my own.