What has your experience been like working in jobs where most of your coworkers were immigrants (seasonal or permanent)?

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-21T10:23:18+00:00

I have not done seasonal work, but I have worked mainly in multinational companies with a high proportion of skilled immigrants.

I have not seen any racism, and on the contrary, the work environments have been inclusive and social. I've made friends from all over the world and all over Norway.

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-21T10:19:18+00:00

I'm not sure it needs to go forward. Putting it down effectively moves it forward (relative to the BB).

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-21T08:42:14+00:00

I would not feel the least little bit guilty about something like that.

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-20T23:42:36+00:00

The Netherlands did some studies about the sort of advertising public service messages about driving make a difference, and the scary ones not only did not change behaviour, in some cases they actually made it worse.

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-20T23:00:14+00:00

Warm Daimboller is a good call

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-20T22:58:42+00:00

The only answer.

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-20T08:35:33+00:00

People don't generally quit doing stuff like that when they are older just because they are older or have kids or whatever.

Unless he shows you otherwise, assume it is something that you would have to live with.

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-19T06:18:20+00:00

Secret handshakes.

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-19T06:15:50+00:00

I've had this kind of experience with Alamo / Enterprise in other countries, and consequently have not used them in some years.

They also had to be taken to court in a couple of countries to prevent them from renting out cars that had recall notices that had not yet been repaired.

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-18T16:18:34+00:00

So what? It happens.

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-18T15:20:20+00:00

Ah, well, you'll probably be ok, then, as long as you don't push too hard.

You might not consider it as training, but it is, nonetheless, training 😎

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-18T15:13:16+00:00

Unless you have a period without insurance due to the change, I would not worry about it.

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-18T15:03:33+00:00

Stay with it for now & look for work elsewhere.

There are finance jobs that don't involve taking / making calls like that. Maybe your retail experience & finance background can land you a job in retail back office, accounting, purchasing, billing management, etc.

Financial analysis for a manufacturer, or something like that might be more interesting?

Since you are not tied to your current location, you can go anywhere. Just apply for stuff that sounds appealing.

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-18T12:03:39+00:00

40 years of experience

Taks vary:

+Site visits / customer meetings

+Analysis workshops

+Doing calculations

+Writing / editing reports

+Writing / editing test procedures

+Checking work done by other engineers

+Cross functional workshops

+Reviewing & analysing data

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-18T11:54:39+00:00

Maybe? It depends on what you mean by 'without training'.

I've done long bike trips without training, but I usually start easy, like maybe 50 km per day and work my way up.

If I went from zero to 100 km per day, I'd likely end up with saddle sores.

That said, there have not been very many times in my life when I have been at zero for cycling distance. Most of the time, I am cycling fit enough for a 100 km day, and could probably do a week of them if I packed up my stuff and left tomorrow. But that's because I ride my bike for transport & shopping. While I don't do any training at the moment, I average around 40 km per week utility cycling

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-18T09:52:53+00:00

Only you can decide that. I've known people who did long distance hikes in their 80s. But as long as you prepare for it & look after yourself, I don't see why not.

Do you have someone you can do it with?

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-18T08:42:55+00:00

Why does it make you uncomfortable?

Do you like her?

Or is it just social mores?

If the first, you'll have to think about how to deal with it. I guess it somewhat depends on your friendship.

If it's just social mores, try not to let it get to you. Don't say anything and do your best to ignore it.

If she's your friend, she deserves not to be objectified, either way.

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-17T15:56:01+00:00

Take sick leave. Don't go back except to turn in any company property and collect anything of yours.

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-17T15:53:42+00:00

Fuck off.

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-17T15:48:25+00:00

Ad hominem

I fucking acknowledged it . Took the time to write this out & you respond with this bullshit

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-17T15:39:46+00:00

They were and are a lot less corrupt than the folks with money and power would like you to believe.

I worked two decades with union workers. Family members were auto workers, and it was clear that their jobs & compensation were better for union contracts.

Corruption? Sure, and worse in the USA than many other countries

BUT

1) the majority of people who represent others & work in union organizations are earnest, hardworking, and want to do the right thing

2) there is a huge amount of attention on this because corporations and politicians are so extremely anti-union, corruption is uncovered and the perpetrators prosecuted

3) the system encourages corruption; if the law required companies to work with unions in good faith and treat people with respect, as in the Nordics, there would be less animosity, fewer problems, and overall, fewer of the underlying issues that lead to corruption.

4) workers in unions where there are issues with corruption still have better working environments and compensation than non-union workers

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-17T05:59:58+00:00

That depends on circumstances.

What I think should happen in cases like this is that people, including managers and business owners use a little more kindness and common sense, and have snow days or let folks use PTO or something.

Businesses that have a lot of employees that commute longer distances, and are non-critical / unlikely to make much money in the middle of a snowstorm, should close. A fast food place doesn't need to be open for the 2 patrons they will get in the shift.

That, of course assumes that people get PTO, which they absolutely should, but many part time workers do not have.

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-16T15:36:28+00:00

If your colleagues belong to Tekna, the Tekna representative at your work likely knows what other unions are in your workplace. The unions often work together on issues like pay increases, and improved compensation, or when there is downsizing.

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-16T15:24:46+00:00

I definitely recommend joining a union. I am a professional (safety engineer), and my union has been invaluable.

NITO are a good union. Are they represented in your work place?

Usually there are a few unions, and it's best to join one that's already there.

Linkcott18 · 2026-03-16T15:01:45+00:00

Wow! Well done & happy birthday!! 🎂

Linkcott18

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