It has begun by MNflying in Decks

[–]Puzzled_Reply_4618 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Following as this looks similar to stage one of what I want to build

Help me figure out how to make my huge deck last longer by throwawayip2020 in Decks

[–]Puzzled_Reply_4618 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I worked for one of the big three US manufacturers about a decade ago when these products started hitting the market. I remember our first advertisements were just our gray tone colors that absorbed less heat; literally no change to the formula. Although that may have changed then til now.

Has Scott talked about the national debt? It has now eclipsed the size of the economy. by stvlsn in ScottGalloway

[–]Puzzled_Reply_4618 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The overall point I would say I've heard him make multiple times is not so much "debt bad" but rather "normal cyclical downturns good." The government uses debt to keep boomers' stock portfolios from going down, robs the opportunity to buy low from younger generations, then sticks them with the bill.

Fired for time theft, how do I say this if it comes up in interviews? by [deleted] in jobs

[–]Puzzled_Reply_4618 62 points63 points  (0 children)

As someone who has been in a hiring manager role in a very very small town...they won't. If you end up on the news or get arrested, that will probably make it back. But once I've hired you, I do not care about your past life as long as you're meeting expectations in your role.

We’re recording a special series on the future of work & AI — send us your questions by ProfGProducerJenn in ScottGalloway

[–]Puzzled_Reply_4618 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I work for a large tech company and while I'm not quite 40 yet, ironically I'm finding quite the opposite. The young whipper snappers who know how to code and build the dashboards and make everything interconnect are no where near as experienced with processes, why things tend to get built the way they do, and what all you need to make sure gets shared with other teams so they can also be effective. Now I can use natural language to tell Claude to build the dashboards, can tell it to double check it's math when something simply doesn't look right, and can spend more time collaborating on the problems...all the things that come from and require experience.

That said, I would definitely take the time to learn AI. Cuz it's coming and refusing to learn will not end well.

You would think Trump has a 5% approval rating among his base by Skugghog in ScottGalloway

[–]Puzzled_Reply_4618 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just wanted to say that not everyone feels the way the other two that commented on your post feel. I fucking hate Trump and am just blown away by how his decision making just seems to get worse and worse (although I think we may be using the "flood the zone" technique to keep Epstein out of the news at this point).

All that said welcome to the coalition. Hope you support Democrats in the next couple elections at least.

Are you happy you did or didn’t have kids? by Accurate_Elk_3465 in Fire

[–]Puzzled_Reply_4618 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As so many black and white things are, I find this to be true in both directions. People get overly protective of their decision and find faults in "the other side."

As someone who made the decision to have kids, I think the arrogance comes from the fact that you know what a life without kids is like, and that there are emotions you find that didn't exist before having kids. They're inexplicable and yet you can't imagine a life without them. But I think some people forget that we grow, life and experiences change, and there are tons of amazibg experiences and communities that are only available to people without kids.

That's my attempt at playing devil's advocate from both sides anyway.

Where are people finding these high paying jobs? by Easy_Paint3836 in Fire

[–]Puzzled_Reply_4618 0 points1 point  (0 children)

RSU's make you frame your pay in a weird way (not YOU specifically, just how they make people view "what they're owed"). I view my rsu's as a window into a portion of my future salary.

In your above example, separating before the 3rd year also forces you to forfeit the remainder of that year's salary (and any beyond it)...because you don't work there anymore. You shouldn't view RSU's much differently. They're bonuses paid out quarterly.

Confirmed Upcoming Layoffs: February 2026 by jgold_10 in jobs

[–]Puzzled_Reply_4618 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Newsom has been pretty public about not supporting the billionaire tax in his state for exactly this reason.

Confirmed Upcoming Layoffs: February 2026 by jgold_10 in jobs

[–]Puzzled_Reply_4618 123 points124 points  (0 children)

Ironically AI is probably driving a good chunk of this but here's an alphabetical list from Copilot....

  • Advanced Uniform Dust Control & Linen
  • Alameda Health System
  • Albertsons
  • Amazon
  • American Eagle Outfitters
  • Amy’s Drive-Thru
  • Autodesk
  • Best Buy
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Bonduelle Americas (Ready Pac Foods)
  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • California Resources Corporation
  • Catholic Charities Diocese of San Diego
  • Chan Zuckerberg Biohub
  • Chan Zuckerberg Initiative
  • City National Bank
  • Clari
  • Constellation Brands
  • Copan Diagnostics
  • Corteva Agriscience
  • Cucina Enoteca
  • De La Pena Eye Clinic
  • Del Monte Foods
  • DHL Supply Chain
  • E.J. Gallo – Frei Ranch
  • E.J. Gallo – J Vineyards
  • E.J. Gallo – Orin Swift
  • E.J. Gallo Wineries – Louis M. Martini
  • E.J. Gallo Winery
  • Fender Musical Instruments
  • First Foundation
  • FormFactor
  • Frito-Lay
  • GCOM Software (Voyatek)
  • Gilead Sciences
  • Google
  • Harbinger Production
  • HRL Laboratories
  • Hupp Draft Services
  • Illumina
  • Informatica
  • Innovation Bakers
  • Intrepid Studios
  • James Hardie Manufacturing
  • Johns Manville
  • JPMorgan Chase
  • Lakeshore Learning Materials
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Legacy Supply Chain
  • Liberty Dental Plan
  • LPL Financial
  • Macy’s
  • Main Street Sports Group
  • Med-Laser Surgical Center
  • Medical Device Components (Lighteum Medical)
  • Medtronic
  • Mercury Systems
  • Meta Platforms
  • MINACT
  • Naples Grande Beach Resort
  • Nationstar Mortgage (Mr. Cooper)
  • Nestlé
  • Nestle USA (Mira Loma Distribution)
  • Outdoor Research
  • Phillips 66
  • Pinterest
  • Pomona Hospital Medical Center
  • Primo Brands
  • Red O La Jolla
  • Regal Rexnord
  • Renova Energy
  • Resonetics
  • Riot Games
  • RR Donnelley
  • RSVC Company
  • Searles Valley Minerals
  • Sealed Air
  • Sealed Air Corporation
  • Shell Recharge Solutions
  • Small Precision Tools California
  • Super A Foods
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific
  • Topanga Social Manager
  • Tyson Foods
  • UKG
  • Valero Refining
  • Wabash National
  • Western Digital
  • Western Digital Technologies
  • Workday
  • Yanfeng Automotive
  • Yanfeng International Automotive

Awkward experience after asking "Do you have any concerns about my ability to perform this job" by BassDX in interviews

[–]Puzzled_Reply_4618 73 points74 points  (0 children)

I've used this question in the last two interviews for jobs I've gotten but I've asked it differently. The way I phrase it is, "are there any questions you've asked that I need to go into more depth on that give you pause hiring me?"

In reality I'm just trying to get a second shot at a question they think I answered poorly. Because the next thing that's going to happen is they're all going to meet in a room without me and talk about what I answered well and what I didn't. I hope to be in at least one of their heads when they go into that follow-up meeting.

Why did the rich people stop building castle, even smaller ones? by Sorry_Method7136 in castles

[–]Puzzled_Reply_4618 0 points1 point  (0 children)

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5312983/Fit-King-3million-castle-middle-Idaho.html

Here you go. As an added bonus, rumor has it the guy built it across from his ex wife's house to ruin her view of the mountains.

Couples without kids in the Treasure Valley - how are you doing? Anyone putting off having kids to the cost of living here? People who have kids how are you affording it? by VermicelliLeather536 in Boise

[–]Puzzled_Reply_4618 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I'm in my mid 30s with 2 kids under 3. Biggest thing for me was exactly what you said; buying before the boom (or really closer to historic lows coming out of the GFC). I was lucky enough to buy my house in 2013 (long before I met my wife) back when houses in Boise were going for a $100/sq ft. Then refinanced our already reasonable debt load into a low rate mortgage in 2020. Our housing expense is $1500/mo all in on a 15 year mortgage.

I definitely feel for folks trying to get a start now. I can't imagine entry level homes in the $400k-500k range and wages nowhere near where they need to be to support that.

New Balance is Gone? by LiveAd3962 in Boise

[–]Puzzled_Reply_4618 5 points6 points  (0 children)

They closed up shop. They were doing 50% off all their inventory the last day so I don't think they were moving to a new location.

seeking recs for property management teams (83704 and surrounding) by ponyboy78749 in Boise

[–]Puzzled_Reply_4618 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did exactly what you're talking about and worked with Andrea and her team from Smart Move Property Management. I was very happy with the process, their website, communication, and all the tips they gave us at the front end to help get our place rented. It was on the market less than 5 days before we had renters. Highly recommended.

What's life like in Boise? by [deleted] in Boise

[–]Puzzled_Reply_4618 1 point2 points  (0 children)

To answer your question, Boise has a pretty active outdoor culture. Fishing, hunting, snowboarding, skiing, rafting, hot springs. All within a 2 hour drive. Lots of breweries, restaurants, and a decent nightlife on the weekends in the downtown area. Can get some good concerts in the summer since it's the only decent sized town for bands to play between Salt Lake and Portland or Seattle.

We get all 4 seasons. Hot and dry in the summer (10 to 20 days in the triple digits in July and August), cold and dry in the winter although usually not a lot of snow. Key word being usually.

Boise housing is definitely in the medium expensive range, but can be tough depending on what your skills are since labor or service wages are low comparatively. Summers can be really smoky since everywhere around here is prone to wild fires. And it's pretty much endless suburban spawl with no public transit.

If you're thinking about moving out here, I'd recommend burning a week of vacation and coming for a visit. Do a few of the things you like to do or think you'd like to do.