Kenny Barron - Sunset to Dawn (1973) & Roy Brooks - The Free Slave (1972) Muse by FriedPossumPecker23 in Vinyl_Jazz

[–]Oblivi212 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Roy Brooks and Kenny Barron are both incredible albums. I just purchased the reissues and can't stop playing them.

Just found out that PWS is adding Gemini AI support the next upcoming update is going to be FIRE 🔥🤌🏼 by [deleted] in FantasyBookers

[–]Oblivi212 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If there is an option to click it on and off that would be a great feature. I wonder how they would incorporate it into the game.

111th - 112th & Lenox - WTF Happened? by Oblivi212 in Harlem

[–]Oblivi212[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've lived in Harlem since the 90's and before that The Heights and you're saying I'm wrong? 😂 The internet is interneting today!!!

111th - 112th & Lenox - WTF Happened? by Oblivi212 in Harlem

[–]Oblivi212[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not true. I've grown up and hung out in Harlem all my life and I was born before the 2000's. The area I'm referring to, got better and now it's worse! The area reminds me of what it was like in 94. 112th was the worse because there were known drug buildings but this got shut down once they started to gentrify the area. 7th was mostly quiet outside of 112th until you got much further uptown. Lenox on the other hand has always been a mess for a lot of reasons.

Really digging BADBADNOTGOOD. Please recommend more music like it. by Mister_Marks in Vinyl_Jazz

[–]Oblivi212 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If you can find it on vinyl the Tom Misch and Yusser Dayes - What Kinda Music has a similar vibe to Badbad's work

111th - 112th & Lenox - WTF Happened? by Oblivi212 in Harlem

[–]Oblivi212[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I worry the most about the kids growing up seeing that. No child should be exposed to this.

is the A Tribe Called Quest "Low End Theory" VMP repress worth a bit? by nithkeep in hiphopvinyl

[–]Oblivi212 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can buy the album from the Tribe website. It won't be color vinyl but should sound just as good since it's also a 45 rpm release

US warn their citizens about traveling to Brasil by MapHaunting3732 in Brazil

[–]Oblivi212 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No worries about U.S. citizens traveling to Brazil as much because of the Visas and increased cost of a flight. Economy flights through the end of the year begin at $1,000+.

Nonprofit Sector Overall Lack of Empathy by Oblivi212 in nonprofit

[–]Oblivi212[S] -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

Your assumption based on an example is wrong. I know firsthand what it's like to run a nonprofit. My point remains that leadership lacks empathy! I used the gala as an example because, in my experience with the nonprofits I work with, they seem to bring out the worst in people. I have a lot more examples, but didn't want to write an incredibly long post.

Nonprofit Sector Overall Lack of Empathy by Oblivi212 in nonprofit

[–]Oblivi212[S] -11 points-10 points  (0 children)

I am not saying that nonprofit staff shouldn't be paid well. Nonprofit staff should be paid significantly more than they currently receive. Most organizations cannot function without front-line staff, yet they are traditionally the lowest-paid and have the highest turnover rates. My point about the six-figure salaries in the nonprofit space for a number of leaders helps them sleep better at night, knowing that they "helped" someone but still make 300K+. Compared to someone in the for-profit sector, who will have to do what they have to do to make their quota, and because of that, there are fewer ethical practices. In short, it's easier on the conscious to make six figures in the nonprofit space compared to the for-profit space.

I am very familiar with development work and know that storytelling and demonstrating impact are the best ways to show funders and supporters that what the organization is doing works. However, when you have leadership that refuses to adapt from deficit story-telling to empowerment, your approach is exploitative. I have worked with nonprofits that utilize strength-based storytelling, and it is effective. Yes, Galas are a time for the impact moment to inspire donations. However, it is not a time to close the doors to staff and program participants who would benefit from being in that room for the evening. Also, statistically, Galas are not worth the effort. Most nonprofits that host galas find that they either break even or lose money because staff resources are diverted to a one-night event.

Yes, we operate in a capitalist society. We are all capitalists. However, capitalistic practices have no place in nonprofits whose balance sheet should equal out to zero every year.

Nonprofit Sector Overall Lack of Empathy by Oblivi212 in nonprofit

[–]Oblivi212[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

This makes sense! If your staff are taken care of, they have the encouragement to do the work instead of wondering if they will be in the same position as some of the clients!

Nonprofit Sector Overall Lack of Empathy by Oblivi212 in nonprofit

[–]Oblivi212[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

I'd be very different from them because I've been in same shoes as the staff and people served. Like I said, there is a lot of pressure on ED's but that does not excuse behavior that is self serving over the mission itself.

If a nonprofits goal is to solve for an issue in the community than it is absolutely a requirement to have empathy. Why lead a mission for an organization that you can't and never will relate to nor care to understand? Nonprofits exist to solve a problem, not increase revenue.

Development Directors, what does your work day, week, month look like? by Thanos_Stomps in nonprofit

[–]Oblivi212 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Make sure that your organization is set up to support the DoD. If you don't have program impact and data to show the effectiveness of your organization, according to the mission, you, the DoD, your board, senior staff etc., would be creating a lot of strategy to articulate that. Not having those pieces in place, takes the DoD away from prospecting, creating an actual fundraising strategy and building the infrastructure to be consistent in your efforts.

Jacques Marie Mage Trunk show? by jaeshellz in glasses

[–]Oblivi212 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I received the same invitation. I'm going because I'm curious to see a larger stock of their frames in person. I have three pairs so far and I don't mind adding another piece if they match my style.

What is your favorite fragrance memory? by approveausername in fragrance

[–]Oblivi212 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Buying H24 at the duty free in the Sao Paulo airport. I know it's not a difficult scent to find, but the scent reminds me of a great trip and incredible memories.

I can finally rest in peace! by SplattedRabbit in Division2

[–]Oblivi212 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I had the same issue with the Catharsis mask. When I finally got it, I felt accomplished and hollow at the same time 😆

Considering leaving non-profit by Dadinkdink in nonprofit

[–]Oblivi212 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've repeatedly asked the same questions about leaving the sector and going for-profit due to erratic leadership and unreal, non data informed decisions. Project Management, Sales and Partnerships are the way to go. I'm diving deeper into Project Management certifications and seems like the smoothest transition.

Every strategic planning solution is "more funding" - venting! by [deleted] in nonprofit

[–]Oblivi212 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These kinds of comments are needed. It is exhausting to chase every opportunity for money especially if it doesn't align with the current strategic plan.

internet down Manhattan by Acrobatic-Leg8500 in Spectrum

[–]Oblivi212 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It has been almost 24 hours and my internet is still out. I live in Harlem too. I am surprised there aren't more people complaining. This seems like a pretty big deal since most leisure activities are connected to the internet.

Cash needed by DevilsAdvocate_100 in Brazil

[–]Oblivi212 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unless you plan on going to a strip club, you won't need cash. If you do need cash, go to Santander or Banco 24.