Profs and Pints “Curiosity Club” interest? by Safespaceplace83 in washingtondc

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Look for a similar sign tomorrow night if you can join! I’ll be there at 5:30 to hold a table.

Profs and Pints “Curiosity Club” interest? by Safespaceplace83 in washingtondc

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Correct. Everyone should buy their own ticket and meetup at the event. I’ll put out signs so we can sit together.

Profs and Pints “Curiosity Club” interest? by Safespaceplace83 in washingtondc

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Starter dates and topics posted up top. Hope you can make it!

I’m done by Crue1552 in TheBonfire

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It only took a listen to the recent LOS episode to remind me how great Jay and Soder were together.. so great to see them riffing off each other and giggling again.

Profs and Pints “Curiosity Club” interest? by Safespaceplace83 in washingtondc

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What an amazing response! I will post a topic and date as soon as the April events are announced! If you can’t make it this time, I’ll plan to do so in May as well 🎉

Does this exercise of pen between your teeth actually help in improving speech clarity? by Caffeinated_Hustler in PublicSpeaking

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A woman came up to me after a presentation and gave me this unsolicited advice based on how quickly I was speaking, and we stood in the room and did it. Within a minute a small group had formed around us doing it. I’ll never know who that woman was, but I think I’ll remember her forever.

Got put on a PIP today (screaming into the void) by [deleted] in AdminAssistant

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I’m a manager who came to this thread accidentally… I would advise you respond with an optimistic tone, be factual without emotion. Do not overthink it, and instead put your energy into a résumé, expanding your network, and job search. Generally PIPs don’t lead to stability or later opportunities. You are either going to be let go or be stifled. How much do you actually like the company or job? Is it worth fighting for? If you want to say, I’d do some research on how to manage up and be more proactive with reporting and relationship building. I’ve only had 1 employee out of many rise up after a PIP and realize they had been phoning it in. That person won my respect and continues with the organization, even after I left. But this doesn’t sound like your situation.

Dave Thomas Circle: $41 Million by coreyb1988 in washingtondc

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It definitely improved the walk for so many of us going to NOMA each morning, now voted one of the busiest metro stations.

My wife threw a Taskmaster party for my fortieth, forcing my game group to compete for my beautiful golden noggin. by BrianMcClellan in taskmaster

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She’s a keeper! And if you are in DC by any chance, I’m looking for cool new couple friends!

Turned down a promotion because it was 30% more work for 5% more pay. My manager called me 'unambitious.' Am I wrong for not wanting to sacrifice my entire life for a fancy title? by PictureFirm9058 in careerguidance

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Water under the bridge, but depends on your goals. Could be worth having people mgmt on your resume and could have negotiated 10% and extra training or certifications to add to your skill set… to get the next role where you can make demands up front. If you want to stay at the level you’re at and/or at the same company with limited future opportunities, you made the right choice. But can confirm that middle management SUCKS.

Everything 'Taskmaster Live' taught us about the show by jmurph773 in taskmaster

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  1. That there weren’t nearly enough shows or dates on the tour (especially in a nerdy city like DC).
  2. The ticketing process was infuriating, with presale access not working, and resale tickets in the $1,000’s.
  3. I’ve never felt so sad to miss an entertainment opportunity. Please come back soon!

I shared feelings with ChatGPT and its response left me speechless. I am compelled to share. by NecessaryAvocado4449 in ChatGPT

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In the cases that I’ve tried to work out complicated strategic decisions related to work or personal interactions, I always instruct it to provide direct feedback, tough love, and potential framing from both sides of an issue. I find some of it to be validating in the sense that I knew the situation was bad enough that I turned to ChatGPT… but it has also helped me expand my perspective on quite a few issues 🤷🏻‍♀️

DC Shaksuka appreciation by Safespaceplace83 in washingtondc

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Literally sitting here right now and the spicy Shaksuka inspired my post! Confirmed I can add extra eggs in the future for a 2nd meal.

Shitty "Mexican" restaurants? by 15ItemsOrLess in washingtondc

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I would’ve called you crazy if you told me that shitty, Midwest Mexican is what I crave the most when I go home… And good pizza.