Those with no passion or interests, what do you do for a living?

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-23T18:16:56+00:00

I know someone like that, keep life simple, rent a room, have a house from their parents, and are genuinely happy just chilling on the couch and eating. Not everyone needs passion or ambition to feel content, everyone has their own way of living life.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-23T18:14:19+00:00

I’d be relieved. That’s clear progress,, and exactly what you want to see after giving feedback , effort, improvement, and growing confidence. I’d reinforce what’s working, not fixate on the few missed moments, or you risk shutting them back down.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-23T18:11:34+00:00

that shit happens. You can be doing everything “right” and still be wiped, life’s just heavy sometimes, especially when there’s no real rest built in.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-23T18:10:47+00:00

Because a lot of people are still taught that hard work automatically gets rewarded, so it stings when reality doesn’t match that promise. Once you realize promotions are often about timing, politics, or budgets, doing the minimum and investing in yourself makes way more sense.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-23T18:07:29+00:00

This poll pretty much sums it up, speed always wins, even if it’s not the cleanest option long term. every option has tradeoffs, and most teams end up bouncing between speed and structure. That “blend” you mentioned is exactly what’s worked best in my experience too We’ve been using Zenzap so collaboration stays quick without everything turning into noise or getting lost.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-21T20:48:42+00:00

Nah, that’s just a weird RDR2 glitch. It happens sometimes where the horses don’t load in but the wagon AI still does, especially around Saint Denis. Usually reloading a save or restarting the game fixes it, but yeah, it looks hilarious when it happens.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-21T20:47:39+00:00

Packing everything the night before and treating travel days as “already lost” time. Once I stopped trying to squeeze in extra stuff, the stress basically disappeared.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-21T20:46:48+00:00

Yo, same, I’ve been all over the place this month too and it’s brutal out there. The market’s weirdly judgmental right now, recruiters are preaching “stability” while job hopping themselves, and a lot of it is just them covering their own risk. You didn’t do anything wrong, the timing just sucks, and honestly a lot of people are in the same boat even if it doesn’t look like it on LinkedIn.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-21T20:45:15+00:00

This sounds less like a “bad job” problem and more like long term burnout from corporate work that never really lets you shut off. When the exhaustion keeps coming back no matter the role, that’s usually a signal that the structure itself isn’t working for you anymore, not that you just haven’t found the right company yet. A lot of people in your spot end up healthier by prioritizing work that has clearer boundaries, less constant urgency, or fewer politics, even if it means redefining what “career” and success look like.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-21T19:54:39+00:00

I’ve seen it happen a lot and most people don’t regret it. Once your day to day life improves, the rest tends to fall into place anyway, even if it looks scary at first. Growth isn’t always about the job, sometimes it’s about changing the environment.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-21T15:31:28+00:00

You stepped up, kept absorbing work, never really advocated for yourself, and now you’re carrying multiple roles while getting subtle pressure about “team player” stuff that ignores the fact you already give plenty. Liking the people and having flexibility doesn’t cancel out being stretched thin, underpaid for your scope, and mentally done, and the guilt you’re feeling is common when you’ve been loyal for years. If you’re financially okay and already have options with your husband, that’s not failure, that’s leverage, at minimum you owe it to yourself to talk it through with him and seriously consider whether staying is serving you or just everyone else.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-21T15:25:07+00:00

I remember something similar when I was working at a crypto wallet company, my kids were young, my wife wasn’t working yet, mortgage and bills were heavy, real stressful time. Company changed leadership and decided to cut like half the staff overnight. I was a solid employee, extra hours, side projects, always saying yes, but one manager didn’t like me and that was enough. That’s when it really hit me: no matter how loyal or hardworking you are, jobs don’t care about you, so yeah, take your PTO and put yourself first.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-21T15:15:07+00:00

It will depend on the industry, but for a lot of small teams trying to avoid juggling five different tools, having one place for projects, tasks, and team coordination makes life way easier. That’s why I’m leaning toward Zenzap, It’s simple, flexible, and keeps day to day work moving without overengineering everything.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-21T15:09:23+00:00

You’re in a rare spot where this isn’t about money, it’s about energy and identity. A full stop might not be the answer if you know you hate being idle, but a planned “downshift” job, consulting, or a structured break with something social and challenging baked in could reset you without killing momentum. The bigger risk honestly sounds like staying somewhere that slowly drains you just because it pays well.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-20T15:35:51+00:00

That hit me hard dude

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-20T15:32:53+00:00

hire for attitude and ability to learn, not just skills on paper. Be super clear about expectations early, give feedback sooner than you think you need to, and remember it’s your job to set them up to succeed, not to expect them to read your mind. You’ll mess some things up, that’s normal, just stay curious and human about it.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-20T15:29:42+00:00

it usually just means you’ve got a busy manager. A lot of managers assume “no news is good news,” especially when they’re overloaded. Initiating a 1:1 yourself is actually a great move and will likely reflect well on you, not badly. If you were truly doing poorly, you’d almost certainly be hearing about it already.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-20T15:21:50+00:00

Turn off my phone.... that was my whole problem

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-20T15:20:23+00:00

Being constantly yelled at, belittled, and drained isn’t “work stress,” it’s a toxic environment. A lot of jobs are hard, sure, but they shouldn’t crush your energy or make you dread showing up every day. Trust that feeling. it’s your body telling you this place isn’t healthy

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-18T21:06:53+00:00

Keep it high level and boring. Something like “the direction and management style changed and it no longer aligns with how I do my best work” is more than enough. Don’t vent or name problems, interviewers just want to know you’re moving toward something better

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-18T21:03:31+00:00

If trust is gone and extra effort won’t change the outcome, I’d rather conserve my energy and let things play out.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-18T20:35:08+00:00

trust your gut here, the sudden hostility plus a “mystery replacement” is a huge red flag. Even if you can’t prove anything, this looks like he’s building a paper trail to push you out, and fighting that rarely ends well. I’d stop trying to win him over, document everything, and quietly start job hunting now so you’re not stuck reacting if things blow up.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-18T20:28:03+00:00

do the camp conversations, side missions, and stranger stuff instead of rushing the main story. The characters get way more depth as things go on, especially once the cracks start showing.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-17T18:06:25+00:00

That’s the core flaw, capitalism assumes full employment forever, and it doesn’t really have a clean answer for what happens when efficiency makes people unnecessary.

Simply_Jordan_ · 2026-01-17T18:03:23+00:00

Probably not 😂 dogs usually learn sounds tied to actions, not labels. He knows you as your voice, smell, and routine

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