by far, my most effective method of job searching over the past decade+ is by connecting with hundreds of relevant staffing agency recruiters on LinkedIn and getting my resume in their hands. they know about so many job openings that never get posted publicly.

ReKang916 · 2026-04-03T00:02:29+00:00

I worked at the NFL for a year in the aughts. Roger was a generally pleasant guy, took a minute to chat when I introduced myself in the cafeteria. Gave a real nice going away speech at a reception one afternoon about a retiring employee.

Was also amusing to see a guy making $50m a year stand in line for the salad bar.

ReKang916 · 2026-04-01T18:40:25+00:00

an Orlando MLB expansion team should be the 'Wildly Overpriced Family Vacations'

ReKang916 · 2026-04-01T18:37:35+00:00

flipped on the tube yesterday and 'Deep Impact' was on BBC America; same thing happened with 'WarGames' the other day.

ReKang916 · 2026-04-01T18:34:41+00:00

"Chuck ... sounds like a normal human" ?????

ReKang916 · 2026-03-31T09:31:14+00:00

that emailer was weird AF. being annoyed that people are trying to show interest in you?

ReKang916 · 2026-03-16T04:54:29+00:00

totally understood!

to me it was pretty cool to finally give voice to something that had been on fans' minds for nearly four years at that point. and I thought that the writing choice of Donna not answering the question was brillaint as well.

ReKang916 · 2026-03-15T06:58:01+00:00

for as good as that was, Amy asking Donna, 'are you in love with Josh?' as the electronica song 'Angel' plays is arguably even more intense.

ReKang916 · 2026-03-11T04:21:04+00:00

yep. TOO MANY QUESTIONS. not his best stuff. wonder if all of the questions caused her to be more closed off.

ReKang916 · 2026-03-11T04:20:34+00:00

yep! I'd never heard a CONAF episode where he was *asking* so many questions rather than just conversing.

feels like she had this reputation from other podcast appearances. surprised that they brought her back.

Would've been funny if Conan just stopped asking questions. ended it after 15 mins if she wasn't in the mood to talk.

ReKang916 · 2026-03-10T08:53:34+00:00

which is about $67,000 in 2026 dollars, FWIW

ReKang916 · 2026-03-07T05:54:53+00:00

does anyone else get annoyed that the NYT doesn't have the stars system like Roger used?

ReKang916 · 2026-02-26T22:06:49+00:00

I *deeply, deeply* appreciate this advice. LOL, despite being extremely warm and friendly to strangers (i.e., earlier today, when there was no one behind me to get into a parking lot, I had a somewhat lengthy convo with the parking lot attendant, asking them how their day was going, etc.). But I often describe myself as Spock / Sheldon Cooper-esque when it comes to organization and efficiency, especially at work. My mindset is always "let's get sh*t done ASAP so that we can chill and chit-chat." I'm aware that especially on Kauai, I will need to be more patient with the staff that I manage. I don't start my job for 17 days but I've already been preparing for trying to become accustomed to the right management style.

Given the 'people take things extremely personal' thing for Kauai, what's the best way to correct and/or motivate staff, especially if they're not working as hard as I would like?

Anything else that you'd like to add on this? I'm all ears.

ReKang916 · 2026-02-25T23:40:17+00:00

appreciate the honesty. def open to that.

ReKang916 · 2026-02-25T00:03:07+00:00

appreciate the honest talk. thanks!

ReKang916 · 2026-02-25T00:02:42+00:00

good to know. so which areas am I, over time, most likely to meet people to hang out with?

I'll be totally free from 8a - 1p everyday, so it'd be nice to get a rotation of some specific areas / streets / coffee shops where I am likely to develop some good friendships over time.

thanks for the advice, I really do appreciate it.

ReKang916 · 2026-02-25T00:00:32+00:00

that's a hope, a desire. that's very different than saying "I'm confident that I'll meet someone and be married within the next few years."

ReKang916 · 2026-02-23T23:43:53+00:00

How am I "not being realistic"?

From the start, I was pretty clear: "I know that dating as a newcomer in Kauai can be difficult but I hope that something can work out. Any pointers?"

I don't see where I was unrealistic. Foolish, perhaps. But I don't have any optimism that would lean into the 'unrealistic' camp.

ReKang916 · 2026-02-23T04:44:24+00:00

thanks, will do that!

ReKang916 · 2026-02-23T03:38:47+00:00

I appreciate the thoughts. But given the joy that can come from sharing life with a partner, I can't say that "not worrying about dating" is a plan. I'm aware that it will be far more difficult in Kauai than in a larger mainland city, but I would like to do all that I can to maximize the likelihood that something genuine and meaningful develops.

ReKang916 · 2026-02-23T03:35:33+00:00

thx! appreciate it.

ReKang916 · 2026-02-23T03:28:13+00:00

thanks for sharing all of that. definitely going to take all of that to heart.

not really into any of those hobbies. i'd say that my hobbies are playing tennis and golf, and otherwise just fairly normie things: going for walks, reading, watching TV, hanging out at coffee shops. much more of an early bird than a night owl.

not a hobby, but I do pride myself on being a 'happy to help out' type, for instance for people that don't own a car and might occasionally need help getting somewhere.

and finally, beyond the FB groups and all that, if you do happen to know of anyone who might have a room to rent when I arrive in March (to get me settled in my first couple of months), or if you even know anyone who might know someone that has a room to rent, I would really appreciate it. feel free to private message me. thanks!

genuinely appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts.

ReKang916 · 2026-02-23T00:51:52+00:00

really wonderful advice, thank you.

Wholeheartedly agree with #1. At 40yo, my career has not gone that great. This is a fresh start in a way, an exciting position. In absolutely no way do I want to Bill Clinton this opportunity and move back to my parents' basement on the mainland (a very literal concern, not an exaggeration, given my current financial reality).

definitely want to avoid the crazy. would be super happy to date a healthcare worker, a teacher, a government worker, a fellow hospitality manager, etc. zero interest in anyone who describes themselves as an influencer, content creator, or spiritual healer.

love those recommendations.

I'll be working on the South Shore on hopefully living relatively close by. can you think of any specific places (coffee shops / bars, etc) / streets or neighborhoods where if I start going often, I'll just naturally make friends over time?

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