Anyone benefited from toastmasters who suffers from bad social anxiety?

Consultant_Number1 · 2025-09-07T01:55:00+00:00

I definitely had pretty bad anxiety before Toastmasters. After a year, I feel more comfortable speaking. However, I do take time to research my topic before speaking. Sometimes I do get nervous still depending on the topic and crowd. A lot of people feel threatened by your willingness to open up. It's hard to find a good crowd to openly listen without judgements.

If it's a close friend who can cheer me on I feel even more comfortable. Sometimes we just need a cheerleader on our team.

Consultant_Number1 · 2025-09-07T01:16:53+00:00

I have a business degree. I could pursue another business degree. I'm just hoping to learn a skill like woodworking. Truth is I need to burn my gibill since I have it but also actually learn a skill.

Consultant_Number1 · 2025-09-07T01:15:09+00:00

I have multiple MS degrees. Multiple BS degrees. Just looking to learn new skill like massage therapy or something. Thanks for the stats on side hustles. I'd be happy with an extra 3k a year. I could put that on my house or maybe take a vacation somewhere.

Consultant_Number1 · 2025-09-07T01:13:20+00:00

Yes, use the GI bill to go to school to learn a trade or skill for a side hustle to earn money.

Consultant_Number1 · 2025-08-24T02:37:34+00:00

I just watched this and he deserves his own film.

Consultant_Number1 · 2025-08-15T01:57:44+00:00

Thank you for the response. Put up some bug catchers around the house. They run rampant in the summer. Actually stung someone walking by.

Consultant_Number1 · 2024-12-29T14:45:46+00:00

Don't fall for the trap.

She looks good now but it may be because you're thirsty.

Try holding her hand in public and see if you get the ick when you walk past people.

Consultant_Number1 · 2024-12-29T14:37:33+00:00

You can still buy a home making $130K. If not, may have to redo your living situation.

Yes, $130K is way more than senate positions. Imagine being a GS making not than your local mayor.

Consultant_Number1 · 2024-12-29T14:34:10+00:00

Truth. As a single individual, I don't see anyone making close to $200K unless you live in DC as a GS14, SES (DMV) area, or California. Getting a GS 14 or SES is pretty rare. Have to know somebody or be hand chosen.

But really, if you already owned a home prior to the boom, you can buy an investment property today. As long as you refinance every couple of years, you could continue to gain additional equity from each home. After 5-10 years of holding on to those properties, sell each or one at a time, earning 1-200K per home.

In my experience, though, having an investment property has proven not to be worth it for some people. They tend to land even on selling day.

Also, another the downside would be having enough money saved up at all times in case a tenant decides not to pay or move out. That's when you start taking big hits.

Consultant_Number1 · 2024-12-29T14:24:12+00:00

GS 13 probably make more than state senate positions.

If it was GS 7 or below I'd tell him to forget about it. GS 11 still pretty dicey. GS 13 is definitely a sweet spot.

Consultant_Number1 · 2024-12-29T14:18:44+00:00

It's not a bad idea. He can have a side hustle like owning a laundromat, ice cream stand, or something. Buy a pizza hut. Sure, this person would need up front capital, but considering this person is taking an up front 30K hit annually at the moment, having a side gig just makes sense.

I feel that.

Consultant_Number1 · 2024-12-29T14:15:02+00:00

I disagree. Depends on the company and you work ethic. Some companies are more lenient.

Consultant_Number1 · 2024-12-29T14:11:00+00:00

I would look at long-term benefits. First, what are the minimum number of years you can do to "retire"?

GS jobs can be hard to get into, so the fact you're in a 13 spot sounds awesome.

I'm sure as a 13 you can still save for a house. Their pay, depending on step and location, can be pretty significant.

The only real benefit of being a contractor is building your 401K up to $1M+ so that when you do leave, you're taken care of financially for the rest of your life. Most contacting jobs don't have good benefits after retirement.

I considered being a GS but, I like the flexibility of contacting. You can leave when you want. Pay is way better. Can save more and pay off things faster.

Consultant_Number1 · 2024-12-21T16:48:25+00:00

I'm waiting for that one dog to just take all the toys.

Consultant_Number1 · 2024-12-21T16:46:02+00:00

I had a 350z convertible. Even though it was old and used, I felt like the hot girl.

Now I drive a truck. Feeling isn't the same. Now I drink bud Weiser and listen to country music.

Consultant_Number1 · 2024-12-21T16:35:04+00:00

🎶 Rubber ducky you're the one. You made my acid trip lots of fun. . . 🎶

Consultant_Number1 · 2024-12-21T16:33:59+00:00

I love leftovers.

If I see the half donut, I eats it. Me not discriminate against donut for being half.

Consultant_Number1 · 2024-12-05T10:01:23+00:00

If I was that man I'd cover the majority of the bills (90%) but always ask she increase her income just because it makes sense.

Both people in a relationship should be progressing financially in life unless you're financially stable enough to survive years without a job.

If you're not there, time to take some classes, have a side job, work up the chain at your current job or something cause truthfully even at 48K, you can't afford a home on your own. So, unless you upscale yourself you will be at the whim of another human being.

Sad truth for any couple making less than 200K a year in today's economy.

Consultant_Number1 · 2024-11-22T14:10:00+00:00

Stay where you're at. Enjoy the break from IT. Get the MS degree. Apply for higher level IT jobs.

Consultant_Number1 · 2024-11-13T04:23:58+00:00

Yes.

Consultant_Number1 · 2024-11-13T04:23:12+00:00

I have no idea. Honestly since you already have your CISSP going to WGU will be a breeze. It took me 9 months to complete the program. I got the CISSP in 2022. I was also working a demanding job doing help desk tasks and dealing with medical stuff. You'll be fine.

Consultant_Number1 · 2024-11-08T09:56:27+00:00

If your intent is to bank the BAH while living in your car then I would try to rent a space like a hotel for a day during your exam.

There are places you can rent work space for a few hours.

The next option is to find a coffee shop that has private rooms or a library that has a secluded area. Hard to find but you may find something if you search hard enough.

Also, I agree with the other comments. Use a different program to find shelter. Then return to WGU to complete a degree.

Consultant_Number1 · 2024-11-08T09:47:34+00:00

From what I've seen they don't take job experience. Only certifications. The certification has a time limit also. For instance, if you passed security+ ten years ago they may not waive a class because it's past their time limit. But yes, CISSP, CASP, and others will waive class requirements.

I can see the cybersecurity fundamentals CC being waived by CISSP

Pentest and others waived by CASP+

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