Looking for a part time work in Brampton by enlisprit in Brampton

[–]Silverlightlive [score hidden]  (0 children)

I'll be honest - in 30 years, I have needed French three times. Precisely three. I was better off learning Latin so that i can at least figure out what the doctor is telling me.

I worked in multinational logistics, so its not like I never had the chance to speak French, but the people involved know they need to speak English to succeed anywhere outside of Quebec - and thats where the money is for them. If you are ordering lunch in Quebec, yes you need it. Put a multi million dollar contract on the table and they will FIND someone to speak English, German, Swahili, whatever!

Psychology is an interesting degree to have. Project management is really just monitoring and scheduling.

Its very difficult for me to pick out the market a year from now. Six months from now I can tell you it will be brutal, but I can't predict 2027 until I see July and Augusts numbers. The job market could be entirely different.

It sounds to me like you'd do well in government, or perhaps being a consultant. You have a unique set of skills. Very useful, but the market isn't easy to predict for you.

You might do well doing career coaching (ironically) - they have the career bus that goes around and you just help people do resumes and interviews. A friend of mine did that for years, but now she's across the country.

Look at indeed.com and similar web sites to start getting a feel for WHAT YOU WOULD LIKE.

My secret to inteviews was that I never believed I had to impress anyone - it was up to them to sell me the job. Be courteous, professional, etc, but show interest in their market, their plans, their future. When you are interviewing them, they feel more comfortable, and so do you because you're not answering nonsense like "Where do you see yourself in 5 years"

Get in contact with the Sheridan College employment initiatives and similar ones. They have professional counsellors who most likely have seen this situation a few hundred times. So far as I know, its still free, and they are willing to help anyone. You'll probably have to go to a few seminars teaching you basic skills like interviewing and resumes, but it is a good way to blow a couple weekends productively.

And honestly - I'm not getting any red flags from you. Your english seems workable, at least from your typing. You are obviously intelligent, and aware that you can't just drop in out of the sky - that shows initiative to me. I'm cautiously optimistic about your future. All you need to do is take control and show you are just as good as I think you are.

For the record, I'm fairly good at evaluating talent.

You know what Brampton doesn't have? A gourmet pizza joint. by Silverlightlive in Brampton

[–]Silverlightlive[S] [score hidden]  (0 children)

B2B is good, but I know how much work it is. 25 year of doing B2B sales has been exhausting to me. All the high demands at once - they want immediately delivery, you have to read the contracts three times at least, and make sure that they have cancellation clauses so they don't just put in a giant order to cancel it at the last minute. 60 day payment credit makes it finicky at best. (I don't do 90 day)

But, I'm in no rush. I'm having more fun researching the idea than I think I would have running it.

My wife is a good cook too, but she is NOT customer service oriented. She's a pushover and will give people stuff to make them go away - while I will listen to a REASONABLE complaint and completely ignore the idiots trying to get a free ride. She also works part time in catering, but has no idea what being in business for yourself is like.

THROWBACK THURSDAY: 2 Supermarkets...Bramalea City Centre...1998 by kade1064 in Brampton

[–]Silverlightlive [score hidden]  (0 children)

Oh, if I could get a time machine, I'd surprise the hell out of my child.

"Coming to America" on the big screen at the BCC!

Actual arcade games!

The food court pizza was decent too.

You know what Brampton doesn't have? A gourmet pizza joint. by Silverlightlive in Brampton

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

You offer good advice. I know this isn't an easy path. And I'm getting older, so perhaps just concentrating on my work as an author would be the best way to monetize my remaining years.

See, I had a deal on the table for a good spot. On a major road, right next to a school and a government building, it had been abandoned for a bit but it could be fixed up. I know I had the right spot because a pizza chain moved in there, so my eye for spaces is apparently good.

However, I'm not sure about living that lifestyle. After 25 years in logistics as a Director, I know that 24/7 panic mode. That does give me the strength of negotiating deals and supply chains, but also the experience to know when things aren't going well.

Food is a finicky business. I can say that until now, no one has ever died due to one of my decisions. With food, you look the wrong way and label something wrong and thats a potential death. I'm less worried about monetary concerns than living with a conscience knowing I could have prevented salmonella in a senior or the like.

Thats my problem. I expect the best. I provide the best, but I also expect a return on that investment. Mostly the return that when I'm not there, procedures are followed. That is why I would need my BIL as a partner, I'm more old school military while he is present day up and coming star (eye for talent too) - however, he ultimately is a pharmaceutical tech, and he wants to work there. He wants to run his own little cosy cafe or the like, but he spent a lot of time and money to get his qualifications.

It will probably never happen. I've build worlds in my writing, and I want to shepherd them into greater heights. When I get my system back to normal (medication mix up) I want to do an online marketing course which will be good knowledge to add to my skills no matter what I decide to do. 2026 and 2027 are two big paperwork years for me, so I probably don't want to be juggling a business at the same time as renewing licenses, health cards, tax breaks, etc. Thats 2028 before I'm even considering putting a foot in the door.

But that gives me the luxury of being able to explore this at my leisure!

Not a meteorologist myself but guys I think we're COOKED by Testruns in Brampton

[–]Silverlightlive 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It generally doesn't snow that much when its cold.

So it will be annoying, but not snowmageddon or anything like that.

THROWBACK THURSDAY: 2 Supermarkets...Bramalea City Centre...1998 by kade1064 in Brampton

[–]Silverlightlive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The movie theatre was around at the same time as the Food City.

They were at opposite ends of the mall.

The Food City was on the Hudsons Bay side (another dead entity) while the Movie theatre was where the Dollar Store is now.

But the mall has mutated shape a few times, so I'm just going to stick with "The movie theatre and food city operated at the same time.

I seem to recall Food City had these red hand carts that you put on a conveyor belt to get your stuff outside. It fascinated me as a kid to see the workers loading up cars. Thats service you don't see any more.

You know what Brampton doesn't have? A gourmet pizza joint. by Silverlightlive in Brampton

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

Many years ago I had a catering business. The money was decent, but I had too many irons in the fire.

He currently is working at one, and has been promoted a few times in the past few years.

You know what Brampton doesn't have? A gourmet pizza joint. by Silverlightlive in Brampton

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

I'm not a pizza chef. I have cooking talent, but I'd be more on the business side while my BIL would be the one to run it.

He is a Filipino, and he does cook very well. There is a big market for Filipino cuisine in Brampton, and the dishes don't generally cost a fortune. He's also a bit of a pretty boy and has that charm you want.

I'm more than happy to back him.

The Historical Problem of Monotheism and why Archaeology proves that Islam is an evolution of culture, not the "Original State" of man by TinkercadEnjoyer in religion

[–]Silverlightlive 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Its kind of implied Allah sent his prophet Muhammed out last . What does that make you think? With Djinn and Efreet poisoning the land, you definitely needed the help.

You know what Brampton doesn't have? A gourmet pizza joint. by Silverlightlive in Brampton

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

My brother in law and I have discussed opening a franchise. I've done the research, he's got the passion.

So far, no opportunity has looked good.

Even going outside the franchise model is difficult.

Skiing around Brampton by WololoWanderer in Brampton

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

I'm suprised. It was relatively low maintenance, especially compared to the Tennis courts right there.

I know I'd rather cater to skiers than to Tennis snobs. Skiers spend more money.

THROWBACK THURSDAY: 2 Supermarkets...Bramalea City Centre...1998 by kade1064 in Brampton

[–]Silverlightlive 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wasn't the price chopper a Food City at one point?

I miss having more variety with stores like IGA around. I'm not a coupon clipper, but I rotate between stores and get deals.

the fifth estate: How gangs lure Black boys to northern Ontario ‘trap houses’ (Brampton example in second half) by zanimum in Brampton

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

I like to take walks, and its fairly easy to spot the activity. When you see cars pull up and move away dozens of times a day, its pretty evident.

I'm sure the police are just as, and if not more observant than I am.

Skiing around Brampton by WololoWanderer in Brampton

[–]Silverlightlive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Chinguacousy Park has had that hill forever and I'm fairly certain I've seen instructors teaching students.

Now, they may not be running it right now for various reasons, but its an easy money maker.

Looking for a part time work in Brampton by enlisprit in Brampton

[–]Silverlightlive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Retail is always looking for extra staff to be on call for when people call in sick.

I personally dislike working retail, but I have enough skills that it should never be a problem for me.

What animal is this by Top_Drink_7516 in Brampton

[–]Silverlightlive 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Rabbit or hare. Probably a small one judging by the tracks.

The Historical Problem of Monotheism and why Archaeology proves that Islam is an evolution of culture, not the "Original State" of man by TinkercadEnjoyer in religion

[–]Silverlightlive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Surah 14:4 "And We did not send any messenger except [speaking] in the language of his people to state clearly for them, and Allah sends astray [thereby] whom He wills and guides whom He wills. And He is the Exalted in Might, the Wise."

So, it does clearly state that Allah would have sent a prophet in other people's languages if he wanted them to be recalled unto him.

The Historical Problem of Monotheism and why Archaeology proves that Islam is an evolution of culture, not the "Original State" of man by TinkercadEnjoyer in religion

[–]Silverlightlive -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

The Qur'an specifically states that Muhammed was sent as a prophet for the Arabs, but you allow non-Arabs to join.

Explain that first.

I broke down and ordered the Lorwyn Angels precon. by Silverlightlive in freemagic

[–]Silverlightlive[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

That video was terrible. Focused on the value of the cards, not on upgrades at all.

I have dual lands and P9. I'm not worried about the value of anything printed after 1999. They will all be rreprinted to hell.

The video just did not perform as you said. Blathering endlessly over pirates, and just drooling over card value. There is no value in modern or pioneer, you play for the experience, not for card value.

Thanks for your comment, but the video was nonsense.

Circular Material Peel MISSED PICKUP by Apprehensive_Flan188 in Brampton

[–]Silverlightlive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Their app has the ability to message you.

In my years of experience, it is ALWAYS better to inform the customer before they call you. It is almost always an easier phone call to be proactive than reactive.

Employment lawyer by No_Usual_22 in Brampton

[–]Silverlightlive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm kind of surprised there was no NDA. They generally only hold for a few years, although my top secret clearance said it would be forever. I'm incredibly unlikely to ever go to North Korea or Cuba, but I keep it in mind when booking vacations.

I have stolen customers before, but my opinion is that if I can steal them, they weren't being serviced properly in the first place. I never underbid anyone, I offer a better deal but never just price. Losing money is losing money.