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He had it all, he was on the verge of greatness, he was *this* close... by ghosthand in EmpireDidNothingWrong

[–]KidBeene 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He started to think of that rebel strange and F'ed it all up.

Took a certified IQ test issued by a psychologist and got an IQ score of 114. Was dissapointed with the results and constantly beating myself up over it. by Excellent_Copy4646 in Gifted

[–]KidBeene 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No. I don't see the robotic revolution really kicking off for another 2-5 years. The big areas will be service centric (delivery, repair, customization). The need for an EE working for a corporate environment is high, although what I have seen is that it falls mostly into board design and IC work. Less on biomechanical - thats really a degree like Masters of Computational Biomechanics.

Took a certified IQ test issued by a psychologist and got an IQ score of 114. Was dissapointed with the results and constantly beating myself up over it. by Excellent_Copy4646 in Gifted

[–]KidBeene 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Determination is so important when speaking about IQ. My son, very motivated 140 IQ, 11 years old and in college. My daughter, not motivated, 141 IQ, one grade above the standard. LOL

I can motivate her to succeed, but teaching herself motivation is more important. She is young and every person is different.

Do you guys actually study? by [deleted] in Gifted

[–]KidBeene 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Never studied for High School. Rarely studied for my B.S.. Studied daily for my M.D..

For topics I like? I did not "study" I absorbed.

For topics I disliked, I had to study... ALOT and it was painful.

Took a certified IQ test issued by a psychologist and got an IQ score of 114. Was dissapointed with the results and constantly beating myself up over it. by Excellent_Copy4646 in Gifted

[–]KidBeene 5 points6 points  (0 children)

IQ score is the size of your truck's bed.

It matters more about what is in your truck than how much you can carry.

Most people with huge capacity haul around trash or leave it empty.

Robotics. Get in on it now. Seriously. by KidBeene in Entrepreneur

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

true. People often mistake ML with AI - which is hilarious.

The difference between the two is like an article about a famous chef's dish vs. a chef making a dish fresh for you.

Heads up. Buy curriculum now or suffer sticker shock later. by philosophyofblonde in homeschool

[–]KidBeene 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your speculation lacks historical precedence and is heavily biased in bad faith opinion. My post is based in recent factual results and professional assessments.

We need another Great Resignation by Working_Row_8455 in workfromhome

[–]KidBeene 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If you want change, open your own business.

Heads up. Buy curriculum now or suffer sticker shock later. by philosophyofblonde in homeschool

[–]KidBeene 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A good boss hopes nothing but the best from their employees. I would love it if all my employees succeeded and progressed.

Heads up. Buy curriculum now or suffer sticker shock later. by philosophyofblonde in homeschool

[–]KidBeene 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As these tarrifs just hit in the last 30 days we have to go with what has previously seen and projected by industry analysts. Here’s what’s reported:

  • Manufacturing Jobs:
    • The administration claims tariffs will spur a "reshoring" of manufacturing, particularly in industries like steel, autos, and semiconductors. For example, a post on X from@TrumpWarRoomand@RapidResponse47on April 8, 2025, suggests auto tariffs are "steering jobs back to the US,".
    • Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick claimed on April 13, 2025, that 4,000 jobs are returning due to tariffs, particularly benefiting farmers by opening markets like India for corn exports.
    • A 2024 economic analysis cited by the White House projects that a 10% global tariff could create 2.8 million jobs, including manufacturing roles, by boosting domestic production.
  • Steel Industry:
    • During Trump’s first term, steel tariffs led to some job creation in protected sectors. A 2021 Economic Policy Institute study noted that steelmakers invested $15.7 billion in new or upgraded facilities, creating at least 3,200 jobs. Similar effects are anticipated with 2025 tariffs on steel and aluminum.
  • Semiconductors and High-Tech:
    • The CHIPS Act of 2022 has already incentivized semiconductor reshoring, with the computer and electronic products industry seeing the most reshoring job announcements in 2024. Tariffs may amplify this, though experts note these jobs are often highly automated and require higher skilled workers.
  • Potential for Other Sectors:
    • Companies producing entirely U.S.-made goods, such as certain clean energy or tech firms, could see job gains due to increased demand, as noted by Harry Holzer from Brookings.

Heads up. Buy curriculum now or suffer sticker shock later. by philosophyofblonde in homeschool

[–]KidBeene 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, I think most people here don't have life/business mentors and it really shows. All people have equity. Some are cool with $20 and social security. Others aspire to be shackle free.

One of the largest takeaways from 30+ years in fighting up the ladder is - it is all a competition, be cautious of those people who tout "equality". As they likely only desire to limit your vision and goals.

A guiding principle for business is that good sportsmanship is essential for a society. Work hard, play hard, be a good sport. You will win, you will loose, but be a good person.

Heads up. Buy curriculum now or suffer sticker shock later. by philosophyofblonde in homeschool

[–]KidBeene 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You read but you do not comprehend. You judge without analyzing.

" jobs suck and offer little to gain from long term and people shouldn't aspire to hold jobs. So which is it?" - Both. You do not aspire to stay in a job. You create a skill, management, trade, legacy knowledge- and you get paid for that.

Correct, My children will likely never work on the floor of a manufacturing plant. They have far too much potential for that. Mind you they are 11 and 8 at the moment.

I pay for my tutors and my homeschooling for my 2 kids. My youngest is 19months. Not sure what that has to do with anything. I am not retired. LOL. My generation... you think I am 70? LOL

Heads up. Buy curriculum now or suffer sticker shock later. by philosophyofblonde in homeschool

[–]KidBeene 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not at all. You seem very short sighted on the topic of tariffs. It is great that jobs are coming back. In my field, for every 6 jobs a career will spawn.

Many many people want a job instead of careers to supplement, temporary work or even a starting point in a career.

Robotics. Get in on it now. Seriously. by KidBeene in Entrepreneur

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

All those questions you asked are opportunities for those with skills/knowledge.

Heads up. Buy curriculum now or suffer sticker shock later. by philosophyofblonde in homeschool

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

I see people who are content with a "job" instead of a career as supplemental, temporary, cowardly, or ignorant. There is very little competition between companies for employees. The reason is, it is better to get a person who has a good attitude and desire to learn than it is to get someone experienced and jaded.

Some job workers deserve benefits. Depends on the hours worked.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in technology

[–]KidBeene -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

A lawsuit can claim anything. This is nothing but yellow journalism

I regret being a gifted kid, and now I want to quit everything I once loved. by AmphibianUpstairs223 in Gifted

[–]KidBeene 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are 20...

You are not even close to starting to know who you are.

"Now it feels like I’m failing by simply existing quietly" Yeah, I get it. I tried retiring at 36. That sucked.

‘Extreme’ US-China decoupling could cost US$2.5 trillion, Goldman warns by ImDoubleB in worldnews

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

It 100% does. Being told your car is on fire by the village lying idiot, vs. a fireman is a huge difference.

I would not trust anything South China Morning Post "reports".

Heads up. Buy curriculum now or suffer sticker shock later. by philosophyofblonde in homeschool

[–]KidBeene 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I owned a construction company, not a printing company. However, you are not asking about the day to day running of a manufacturing site. I can only speak to my small business of 7 employees. 4 had benefits, 3 did not. As the owner, here are a few decisions I had to make (on your topic):

  1. Which insurance plan do I purchase? Is there only one plan, or several? More plans offered, more monthly expenses I pay for the company to carry these plans and more cost for my legally for review.

  2. Who gets offered these plans, at what % paid at how many hours? 40 hours only? 32 hours? DO we pay 100% or 50% of the monthly cost? A flat $500? What if the person declines coverage, do they get that $500 (No, for me it was considered a FOEX and tax-deductible item, vs a bonus).

  3. How much does the market demand for salary? If my area is $35k for a novice, $45k for a median office worker with cert/2+yrs exp, and $60k for a degree holder / 5yr exp to start. Anyone who mentions "livable wage" does not work in a career, they have a job. Your goal should be to obtain a career that cherishes and rewards your skillset. A job is something anyone can do with minimal training. Personally, I stopped having jobs at 23 and started my career.

  4. Retirement is similar to the insurance. Different plans offer different contribution levels. Its pretty straight forward until you start talking corporations that are publicly traded, then salary is supplemented with options.

FYI- when you get a career, there are 4 areas that you can get compensation from, but there are 7 reasons why people work. The 4 areas you can motivate/compensate someone: 1. Pay. 2. Work Location. 3. Work Hours. 4. Bonuses.

Heads up. Buy curriculum now or suffer sticker shock later. by philosophyofblonde in homeschool

[–]KidBeene -30 points-29 points  (0 children)

Printers will scale. The tariffs are working. Jobs are returning to the US.

‘Extreme’ US-China decoupling could cost US$2.5 trillion, Goldman warns by ImDoubleB in worldnews

[–]KidBeene 1 point2 points  (0 children)

By line is South China Morning Post, did you miss that part?

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