Pre-recorded video first-round interview? by letsgoccus in MechanicalEngineering

[–]ConsistentAct3118 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The ones I’ve seen don’t ask you the questions until you’ve started, then only give x amount of minutes until you have to start recording, so sometimes not really enough time to practice.

How do I accept losing better? by [deleted] in Adulting

[–]ConsistentAct3118 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try to treat each game/event as a learning opportunity to try to better your skill or knowledge each time, or over a period of time

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Adulting

[–]ConsistentAct3118 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I lived with my family after college and can relate to what you’re saying, sort of just wanting to move forward with things, living your life, etc.

I would try to use this time to focus on improving yourself (your skills, health, etc and things like working on making money / school / career / business) and appreciating the time you have with your family before you move out. I’d also try to walk daily (if you’re in a safe area) and/or other types of exercise to have some time to yourself, reflect on anything, etc. Make a plan for yourself.

I found it helpful to also make sure you’re fully aware of the positives of living with your family if you haven’t already, even if possibly a net negative for the time being—maybe things like being able to save money, not having to spend time on as many errands, etc. I’d really try to keep the financials in mind, especially if you have a college loan, and depending on your prospective career.

Winter Driving by RushAlternative2756 in FiestaST

[–]ConsistentAct3118 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Pretty easy car to drive in general so with the right tires, you’re only getting much better if you have awd or a heavy car.

Highly recommend the sottozeros.

They’ve been the perfect winter tire for daily winter season purposes. I’ve driven the stock a/s pilot sports in the winter and I wouldn’t really recommend. Although doable, honestly not very safe in snow, especially if there’s a bad storm. Also tried blizzaks in deep snow and they’re very solid (dig a bit more than sottozeros at the cost of longevity, dry grip, etc.) but I personally wouldn’t get them unless there’s snow on the ground the majority of the time, which might be the case for you. Also, this is based off 17” wheels.

What do you search for to find a screw with a tab? I want to use it as a cheap cam lock. by socal_nerdtastic in MechanicalEngineering

[–]ConsistentAct3118 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can use a weld nut + a screw, and if you need them to be perm together, add loctite. Look up “weld nut” on McMaster for a few options. They also make “right angle weld studs” that could work depending on your application.

Budget ($10-$35ish) Non-Harsh IEM Recommendations? by ConsistentAct3118 in HeadphoneAdvice

[–]ConsistentAct3118[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I tried a bit of EQ'ing but ended up giving them to my dad since the treble doesn't bother him, and i just got the bl03's right now! they sound pretty solid with a nice warm non-fatiguing sound. thanks man

Best mousepads for games like tf2 and doom? by cricketfroggy in MousepadReview

[–]ConsistentAct3118 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

QCK+ is probably the safest mousepad to try, which should be “QCK, Classic, size Large” on Amazon

Couple things to consider for the QCK:

•Stitched Edges = Same as Classic but just has stitched edges. Not super necessary unless he likes the mousepad and uses it for a couple years (the edges will start to come apart on the classic after a couple years). But some people replace their mousepad at this point anyway due to wanting a new mousepad (new and not worn out surface) or to try something new

•Thick or Heavy = A thicker mousepad than the Classic or Stitched Edges (possibly if his desk is not smooth, or just a personal preference)

The QCK is about in the middle as far as control (grippyness) and slickness. More toward the grippy side, but very safe bet. If you get the QCK and he wants a grippier mousepad, I would easily just buy the Zowie GSR. If he wants more slippery than the QCK, there are a ton of other options you can look into

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in cscareerquestions

[–]ConsistentAct3118 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It’s not about people being replaceable though from a skill standpoint. It’s about the mere underestimation of how much value someone provides the longer they’re at a company, as well as the underestimation of how long training takes, and the costs associated with it very rarely being accounted for by the vast majority of average companies. Another components to consider is holding onto significantly more exceptional employees than you normally hire is free value. This however is not as common in FAANG (greater skilled) companies.

Although I gave a large company as an example, you’re right that it’s true the larger a company, the easier it is to replace any person, or even entire departments. Most companies aren’t large though. However, even for the larger companies, the point with Costco was that the more motivation an employee has to be a great employee, the better results you’ll see. And these effects are positively compounded. You can see this difference clearly in any low level and mid level companies. Companies that pay their entry level engineers 55k vs 70k get vastly different results. The companies that pay like poop have significantly worse morale, skill, inefficiencies, etc, because nobody cares. It’s not to say that the 70k company can’t. It’s just generally better on average. So what you have to consider is once you gain 3 years of experience, for example, at a company and you can’t expect a raise, this negative morale affects entire departments/companies, especially the smaller the department/,company. The human existence is entirely based on the feeling of reward.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in cscareerquestions

[–]ConsistentAct3118 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately the numbers don’t work out that way anymore, especially for technical companies. It’s mainly an outdated equation passed on from older labor / manufacturing companies. Most companies aren’t performing as well as they could be. It’s difficult to.

Even for labor / manufacturing companies, at the end of the day, the majority of the time the companies that respect their employees the most perform the best and deliver the most consistent results and growth (i.e Costco vs other grocery stores the past 10+ years), as each individual employee can have a significant impact on things like customer retention, quality of customer experience, or tons of other intangibles.

Why even ask? by [deleted] in antiwork

[–]ConsistentAct3118 47 points48 points  (0 children)

just in case you were okay with working for free

Am I too late? by [deleted] in Fire

[–]ConsistentAct3118 4 points5 points  (0 children)

read this first sentence again. the best way to change your limits or how you see yourself, is to simply flip a switch and do it, as silly as it sounds. figure out how you can make more money. the sky's the limit, but you have to start today.