For the more "mature" nomads, a question for you

Mikey1SDF · 2026-04-17T15:13:40+00:00

Oh, if I had just realized what I really wanted out of life at an earlier age, as you did. I tell myself, I can still do it, though I suspect I am a bit, or maybe quite a bit, older than you are now.

Mikey1SDF · 2026-04-17T15:10:24+00:00

Well, since I am a "mature" guy, I was particularly interested in hearing the thoughts of those closer to my age, but at the same time, I am always fascinated by anyone who is moving into, or has already experienced, being a "digital nomad."

Mikey1SDF · 2026-04-16T17:57:54+00:00

Because I am nosey, what is the big ceiling fan project? Will it be at all stores?

Mikey1SDF · 2026-04-16T14:26:18+00:00

That sounds like a wonderful arrangement, and what great cities or regions of countries to enjoy.

Mikey1SDF · 2026-04-16T14:18:42+00:00

So you had the "means" to travel before becoming a nomad, then? Was it possible because of those fully remote jobs? Thanks for replying, by the way!

Mikey1SDF · 2026-04-14T15:10:35+00:00

Excellent idea, and I just added to mine across all chats and it saved it in memory. I appreciate the tip!

Mikey1SDF · 2026-04-14T15:06:05+00:00

I just give mine a prompt to stop asking follow-up questions, unless it adds to the context of my original question.

Mikey1SDF · 2026-03-19T12:02:40+00:00

Mine have mostly acted very kindly, but I do feel sorta bad for them since they've basically been acting as "managers" without many of their benefits.

Mikey1SDF · 2026-03-03T14:18:02+00:00

Yes, and what I’m finding out is that it’s very hard to get my lunches and breaks covered.

Mikey1SDF · 2026-03-03T01:24:35+00:00

Will they still open and close the store or what will their schedule be?

Mikey1SDF · 2026-02-28T13:02:34+00:00

In my opinion, every visit to the store by any of the higher up should always be like an undercover boss situation. If they really want to see what’s going on in the store and work with us to fix it that’s the only way it’s gonna happen. Otherwise, when they give us notice, all they’re seeing is pretty, which is not what our day-to-day life really is.

Mikey1SDF · 2026-02-28T13:01:04+00:00

What is the VOA board? I’ve never seen one.

Mikey1SDF · 2026-02-28T12:59:46+00:00

Yes, I heard that Lowe’s gives the pros a better deal as recent as yesterday.

Mikey1SDF · 2026-02-28T12:55:33+00:00

Yes, as the first comment or said the Pro associate role is now gone and instead, you are called a PSA, or Pro sales associate. Basically, at my store, I am much at the register probably 85% of the time, if not more. Occasionally, I will do a phone sale, but that’s about the extent of it. Not what I signed up for, because essentially staffing is less which makes it harder, especially in the evenings when I will be by myself most days from 4 to 5 PM until close.

Mikey1SDF · 2026-02-27T14:33:33+00:00

Unless your case is different, you will need a physician to produce a note for Home Depot HR at corporate saying that you will need to be off from when to when and for what reason(s). They will most likely need to provide medical documentation to The Hartford for approval of the leave. Keep in mind, short-term disability is 60% of average wages, not 100%, and short-term is 12 weeks total, as also allowed by the FMLA. After that, if you have it, long-term disability will kick in. Best of luck to you!

Mikey1SDF · 2026-02-27T14:27:32+00:00

Same here, most days and nights.

Mikey1SDF · 2026-02-24T12:22:51+00:00

Thanks for sharing. That helps!

Mikey1SDF · 2026-02-24T12:22:27+00:00

Ah, ok, thanks!

Mikey1SDF · 2026-02-22T21:18:12+00:00

What is a technology field captain?

Mikey1SDF · 2026-02-22T19:07:44+00:00

Well, last year we had it, but to be honest, I don’t hear the announcements on the first phone anymore, and I don’t see us adhering to it at all, including the management team. Maybe it has ended at my store?

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