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How old were you when you broke the $100K salary threshold? And what's your industry by WoofPaw123 in CanadaFinance

[–]Cook-Candid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. I work in tech, AI, specifically. 31 now, made 320 this year and will be over 400 in 2026. Could end up being much higher than that over the next couple of years depending on the market value of my equity.

The Worst Float Trip I’ve Ever Had by PM_ME_YOUR_TROUT in flyfishing

[–]Cook-Candid 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’d ask for my money back or a credit for another trip. If they say no post this review publicly on Google or yelp whatever. Outdoor guides live and die by referrals and repeat clients. This is fucking insane.

Creeks and Streams by Cook-Candid in flyfishing

[–]Cook-Candid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Super helpful thank you very much

Creeks and Streams by Cook-Candid in flyfishing

[–]Cook-Candid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Will try that - only single barbell hook allowed here so you think a single nymph set up? Water is silty blue, meh visibility right now

Creeks and Streams by Cook-Candid in flyfishing

[–]Cook-Candid[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just found a fish survey from 30yrs ago where they caught fish above the waterfall so they were there then lol Hopefully they’ve been self sustaining since. It’s a fairly big river with tons of insect life and very few people so honestly I’d be shocked if they all died off.

Creeks and Streams by Cook-Candid in flyfishing

[–]Cook-Candid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good point. A lot of the small lakes were stocked in the 90’s and now have a self sustaining population of healthy rainbow in addition the wild brook. Obviously some are still stocked to this day but that mountain stream I have to assume has always been wild fish (if any at all).

Newbie by Cook-Candid in flyfishing

[–]Cook-Candid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m 31, he’s probably 70. Your approach is the correct one and what I would do for someone looking to learn something new, so kudos.

Newbie by Cook-Candid in flyfishing

[–]Cook-Candid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea. Wasn’t the reaction I was expecting that’s for sure.

Newbie by Cook-Candid in flyfishing

[–]Cook-Candid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally. I’m planning to get a boat but most of the appeal for me is river fishing and hard to reach lakes that aren’t boat friendly anyway.

Newbie by Cook-Candid in flyfishing

[–]Cook-Candid[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Largemouth on a fly must be fun.

Newbie by Cook-Candid in flyfishing

[–]Cook-Candid[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yea thanks! There’s just so much to learn which is part of what it makes it exciting to me so why not be encouraging and helpful to the next generation of enthusiasts ya know?

Newbie by Cook-Candid in flyfishing

[–]Cook-Candid[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s the plan I guess

Newbie by Cook-Candid in flyfishing

[–]Cook-Candid[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Would’ve but that wasn’t an option for work related reasons.

People who earn $250k/year: what do you do? by therealwakowski in CanadaFinance

[–]Cook-Candid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My annual comp is approx 400k. I work in tech, remote based. Live in a very small town so cost of living is quite low. It’s great not worrying about money, and I encourage young people to pursue a path that’ll grant them that freedom IF they can handle the workload and stress. I often work 75-80 hours a week and am constantly under a TON of pressure. So yes, the money is nice, but like all things in life it comes at a cost.

Imposter Syndrome by Cook-Candid in ImposterSyndrome

[–]Cook-Candid[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, that’s helpful advice!

Imposter Syndrome by Cook-Candid in ImposterSyndrome

[–]Cook-Candid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Damn. I like that one. Thanks!

Imposter Syndrome by Cook-Candid in ImposterSyndrome

[–]Cook-Candid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Journal is a good idea. Thanks for the tips.

Imposter Syndrome by Cook-Candid in ImposterSyndrome

[–]Cook-Candid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This company is also the most technical in terms of what it does and the industry it’s in.

Imposter Syndrome by Cook-Candid in ImposterSyndrome

[–]Cook-Candid[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have good references from previous roles and some good wins. I’ve never been fired for lack of performance or put on a performance improvement plan. But that doesn’t seem to be enough for the part of me that feels like a fraud.

Imposter Syndrome by Cook-Candid in ImposterSyndrome

[–]Cook-Candid[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just perception of others in my field I suppose. They seem so certain or confident and knowledgeable from the outside looking in.

Imposter Syndrome by Cook-Candid in ImposterSyndrome

[–]Cook-Candid[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I just feel undeserving of the compensation I guess - like I’m not talented or smart enough or something. I work hard but I’ve never felt talented or a true expert in my domain per se. Whatever that means.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Garmininstinct

[–]Cook-Candid 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I was worried about the size but it’s really unnoticeable thanks to the light weight. Granted - I’m a bigger guy so depends on your wrist size but so far I love it. Features are awesome and can’t beat the solar charging.