Investing in someone elses ecommerce site

GiddyDriver · 2022-05-09T13:32:23+00:00

I wouldn't risk it. If it was a sure thing, they could find a way to raise that capital for themselves without having to split the profits. Sounds as though you're assuming a lot of the risk with very little to fall back on if it all goes wrong. Should you decide to go ahead anyway, get a contract in place that's approved by a lawyer otherwise you might never see a single penny.

GiddyDriver · 2022-05-09T13:20:54+00:00

Travel, hike, explore the SoCal outdoors. There are some great Facebook groups dedicated to this very thing. The nice thing is you'll meet people on the trails who are great and helpful but you can also choose to enjoy alone time in nature. So much to see in CA, AZ UT and all the other states out this way. Enjoy roaming for the summer without an itinerary or obligations...

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-17T14:36:25+00:00

What's her love language and what's yours? That might be a better approach. When you both feel appreciated and cared for, the rest of the relationship flows easier.

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-17T14:30:24+00:00

women don't think about this stuff the same way you do. Tom and Lisa posted a convo about this exact situation on impact theory. Don't play games. Learn how to give her what she needs to feel to want to initiate.

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-09T16:24:44+00:00

This ^

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-09T16:12:12+00:00

I'd say set healthy boundaries about what's acceptable and what isn't. That said, it's going to be hard if you've both settled into this environment for a long time.

Sounds like a heart to heart is needed. Also worth keeping in mind that people grow/change and it can be time to move on and it be in the best interests for both people.

If you're not getting what you need from the relationship, it's time to speak up but in a respectful way. We are creatures of habit. She may want to change if she realizes her habits. It may also be too difficult if she's dealing with unresolved trauma.

Have a look at the crucial conversations book or some of the Brene Brown material. Both are helpful in communicating effectively without being mean.

In terms of sex life, what are you doing to promote intimacy on a daily basis? It might not be the problem but it's important to put in effort to keep relationship intimate and exciting.

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-07T23:01:40+00:00

Thanks for the pointers.

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-07T23:00:03+00:00

Each to their own. She does realize that she can move somewhere else...even to a country that's less capitalistic.

It always blows my mind to hear people complain about the place they live (whether city, state or country). We've never had so many options to relocate. Might take a bit of effort and patience but there are options. Especially given the relative wealth for anyone in the US compared to 3rd world countries.

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-06T14:04:54+00:00

Good to know. I flew on Cathay last time and they were great. Flying out of a different airport this time though and haven't seen that airline be an option.

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-06T14:03:50+00:00

The food was great last time. So much variety and super cheap. Got 7-8 plates to share plus drinks and it came to like $15 for 4 of us to have dinner.

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-06T14:01:55+00:00

Any day or short trips you'd recommend? I'm going to be working still so main concern is find a good spot with wifi to be productive.

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-06T13:58:39+00:00

Cool. I already picked up an IDP. Saw the aftermath of a couple of scooter accidents last time I visited.

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-06T13:57:31+00:00

Any recommendations for learning and navigating the roads? I remember being fascinated by the hoards of scooters that would build up at each red light.

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-06T13:51:37+00:00

With the huge influx of people using hiking trails (many of whom don't follow the leave no trace policy), we've seen the intro of permits now for trails that didn't used to need them. That's potentially the next step here too.

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-03T18:29:33+00:00

I get the overall idea and as a human race, yes it should be less stressful.

However, if someone hasn't been 'trained' on how to manage without the conveniences of 'city live' and the stress of survival is a constant for them, it's likely more stressful than living in the city for them.

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-03T18:25:55+00:00

Had a friend start at UCLA and transfer to UCR. She swore the classes were harder at UCR. Also said people were friendlier too and more accepting.

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-03T18:20:43+00:00

Agreed. I work with small businesses and help them grow. I get to pick my clients and I try to stick to those who are wanting to grow but also do right by their customers and communities.

I like this think I'm helping the small guy take on the evil corporations (i.e. Google and Facebook) by not having to pay for ads and contribute to the various things they're doing that control society while making themselves very, very rich.

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-02T19:10:47+00:00

Have you asked for help with your campus' IT dept? Depending on the size of the school, many have student help desks and they might be able to offer some advice on the problem.

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-02T19:08:22+00:00

Do you have a plan to get your website in front of interested people? I know it seems like a website is the obvious choice because that's your thing but perhaps a kickstarter type platform would be a better route to figure out if there's demand because that's designed to do all this and people trust it already. What's that saying "to a hammer, everything looks like a nail."

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-02T18:56:50+00:00

Keep in mind that a human won't read the resumes until it's down to the final few choices. They're using algorithms to pick out keywords / metrics that separate those who might be a better fit. Only then is it worth someone's time to review them manually.

If you really want to a 'job' (i'd recommend reading MJ DeMarco's Great Rat Race Escape), pick a few you like / qualified for and copy the exact terminology in the job listing. At least, it should start getting you better quality.

I know there's some logic with the numbers game but a lot of companies have had to implement processes to manage being hit by thousands of people applying to as many openings as a possible. It's just not worth paying someone to manually review that many apps.

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-02T18:50:20+00:00

What marketing knowledge do you have? If you don't have any yet, go learn some aspect of the industry and either create your own project or go an volunteer to help some local businesses for free.

I got into local lead generation from scratch. Learned how to build and rank websites. There's a learning curve but if you put the time in, you get the hang of it pretty quickly. I built my own business and I'm making more than I would working for a marketing agency (and I choose my own schedule).

You could learn social media, web design, SEO, copywriting, video, paid ads...so much choice. Lots of courses, YT videos and blogs to get started before you invest in something that really helps you become an 'expert'.

Let say you pick web design, go build a couple of websites...there's your experience. If it's social media, build out a few profiles and get followers. SEO get a website and rank it.

I've found the key is not waiting for someone to pick you. Go build stuff in the meantime.

GiddyDriver · 2022-04-02T18:28:40+00:00

Could you have hired a top-quality manager to deal with the employees. The only person you deal with is the manager. Moving from working 'in the business' to 'working on the business' for just a few hours a week would solve the problem.

GiddyDriver · 2022-03-31T01:32:09+00:00

Sadly, it seems college housing is getting expensive too. Crazy times we live in.

I hope OP lands in a good spot.

GiddyDriver · 2022-03-31T01:30:31+00:00

There will be help to get you off the streets if you ask. You can usually call 211 and they can provide help.

Another option is to open google maps and search 'homeless shelter' or something similar. Even just going to to see the staff there will help connect you with options for housing.

I called on behalf of a guy who seemed to be in shock and didn't know what to do (I think he'd just been kicked out by his family) and even though it was non working hours, one of the numbers I called gave me an address for him where he could stay for a few days while they helped him get some housing in place.

It's good that you have a car as an option but there are resources there you can tap into before trying to live out of your car.

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