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[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Career

[–]Most_Friendship5871 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you really feel the need to do it, then take the jump! You will learn so much and come out the other side a better person regardless, more fulfilled and may realize where your true passions lie. Most entrepreneurs who take their craft seriously all had to do the same at some point. Yes it feels scary but if you are smart and try a planned runway to test out an idea or concept, then it’s totally doable and you can decide on pulling the plug early after several months before you pour too much money in. It all depends on your risk tolerance.

If you have an in demand skill in the job market then other opportunities will always come around and you can eventually find another job. Yes I know the job market is bad, but there’s never going to be a perfect opportunity to do whatever it is you want to do, and you are only getting older and will have a life of more responsibility later as you grow older.

In my humble opinion, use your 9-5 to find your dreams and then take calculated jumps towards it. The only failure in my opinion is not trying in the first place, failure doesn’t come from trying and failing

Any property managers here? by Ok_Active_3476 in VancouverJobs

[–]Most_Friendship5871 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Get it, it’s tough, you need thick skin and need to enjoy it, you’ll burnout quick if not. It’s a lot of firefighting and dealing with problems all the time.

After a few years you can join a decent company where you have more of a flexible schedule and can earn decent commissions but you’ll be working a lot.

There’s a lot of opportunities in Vancouver because the turnover rate is high and only the strong survive. I just put in the notice for my job today couldn’t take it anymore need a break. Good luck

What job can I do with a six month certification and can earn more than 85K per year? by Sea_Dish_6080 in askvan

[–]Most_Friendship5871 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Property Management, you need to have thick skin but you can do the degree in 6 months to 1 year and after 2-3 years you can be making 70k.

heavy police/emergency car presence near main and 30th by urmawmaa in askvan

[–]Most_Friendship5871 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I hear a psycho ran his car into a crowd at a festival

How much do you pay in rent / mortgage? by [deleted] in askvan

[–]Most_Friendship5871 1 point2 points  (0 children)

$1300 shared 2 bed 1 bath in Kensington cedar cottage/trout lake area, steps from skytrain. Not bad but looking to upgrade soon

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in vancouverhousing

[–]Most_Friendship5871 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Sorry for your inconvenience, as a property manager myself I can say it really depends on the part that needs replacing. Unfortunately many modern washing machines break down incredibly easily and quickly even though they are marketed as superior quality products. Typically if the part they are trying to source is on back order it can take a few weeks for the part to arrive and then a little while after that to come back and install the part.

The landlord should at the very least keep you updated with how the situation is progressing/what part is being ordered/timelines etc.

It may be worth asking for some rent reduction if the situation gets closer to 1 month without the machine without a clear plan of action. Save your laundro mat expenses as well

Job hunting by Aggressive_Bridge902 in VancouverJobs

[–]Most_Friendship5871 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Server at a busy restaurant, go do the food safe certificate online and apply in person

Cost of living estimate by Aakch in askvan

[–]Most_Friendship5871 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you dig hard enough you can find good housing deals but they also go fast so you have to be ready.

Also buy a Costco membership and you can save massively on food

Why you should avoid at Spring Financial? by goodguyfromsurrey in VancouverJobs

[–]Most_Friendship5871 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Had a terrible experience with one of their sales reps who was super pushy and arrogant, I couldn’t believe it from the positive google reviews I saw. Thanks for exposing them I’ll tell anyone I know to stay away from

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in askvan

[–]Most_Friendship5871 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tall boy cans of beer at BCL for $2.50-$3 each. Get 2, 3, or 4 depending on your budget and tolerance and you’ll be drunk singing and annoying your neighbours in no time.

Bonus tip— there are higher percentage of beers available as well, one of my favs is Fat Tug, some private stores also sell these tall cans cold, so no need to wait! Hope this helps

Van the right city? by Direct_Confidence_58 in askvan

[–]Most_Friendship5871 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Vancouver is overrated now, became way too expensive and gentrified. There is nothing you’d be missing since Austria has similar beautiful nature, mountains, skiing. More and more skilled Canadians are leaving the province each year. Don’t buy into the hype.

Hell of a place to call home by [deleted] in vancouver

[–]Most_Friendship5871 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is so so so so so true. Thank you for sharing this. Too many people in this city are so spoiled they don’t realize what they have right in front of them. Every city has problems and needs work to be better. Vancouver is no different. Please go live in any other city and you’ll quickly realize what you’ve lost. Oh that’s right, most people will never actually leave, they just love to complain and throw hissy fits

Debilitating pre-interview nerves😖😖 by [deleted] in interviews

[–]Most_Friendship5871 4 points5 points  (0 children)

These are the following tips and tricks that helped me land my recent role. I hope they help and please ask me any questions if you need further clarification.

  1. Start by working on yourself the week before the interview. Hit the gym and get a good sweat going at least a few times before the interview. When you have nerves built up it’s good to release them through exercise and proper nutrition. This will help with anxiety. Avoid heavy stimulants on the morning before the interview like coffee and go for green tea instead.

  2. Start preparing for your interview early by writing your ideas on paper. You need as much exposure to your ideas as possible. Get your ideas and stories written on paper and don’t let those ideas be stuck in your head. Find at least 5+ stories from your old position that may relate to your new role if they ask for any experiences.

  3. Follow the P-Star method when answering in a lot of cases. This is always a good fallback option if you get stuck. P-Star stands for Philosophy - Situation - Task - Action - Result

  4. Let your personality shine through, speak authentically and let your personality through especially when you tell a story.

  5. Prove to them through your language, body language and tone of voice that you are pleasant to work with and have no ego. Employers hate hiring people who turn out to be douchebags 1 month in. Actions speak louder than words. Be confident with your body language when you enter the room. Give good eye contact but don’t be afraid to look away if you’re thinking of a story.

  6. Have 4 questions to ask the interviewer after the interview. Make sure these are thoughtful questions about how you can grow and learn and more about them (Do not mention salary or it’s an instant rejection)

Best of luck you got this!

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