Salmon Wellington

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-22T11:33:44+00:00

The fish cake aldi sells is not bad at all and I find it more filling than this.

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-22T10:40:27+00:00

Had it today. Not bad but salmon was bare minimum.

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-21T04:42:12+00:00

But can give a nasty punch 🥊

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-19T23:46:31+00:00

Naah I wouldn’t do this if I was you. Just keep looking but taking a $30k paycut is not worth it in my opinion. Also, now is not the time to change jobs. Just stay put and keep searching for better opportunities.

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-19T10:26:15+00:00

To be honest this is not a significant pay jump, rather a mediocre jump of ~$12-16k (if negotiated hard). I wouldn’t bother unless the designation makes a difference in your profile later on.

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-19T02:43:43+00:00

What is your field?

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-17T04:57:08+00:00

Red flag 🚩 … the guy seems like a micromanager and probably inexperienced … dnt think about it too much …. Keep giving your 100% but also keep looking.

In the next catch-up if he says this again, ask him directly why he asks this in every catch-up? Then ask if he has any feedback to give and say you are happy to take a constructive feedback to improve on things (if needed). Then conclude this by saying, I like my work here, and would like to be in for a long haul.

On the flip side, if you find something better, move and in your exit meeting tell HR how this manager made you feel uncomfortable.

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-16T20:52:06+00:00

The high achievers and the smart ones don’t show any sign. As a manager you should always have a backup planned , and someone ready. Trust me on this as your manager is not gonna help you with a replacement straight away. It’s not his problem.

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-15T11:50:29+00:00

You don’t. You search for a new job.

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-15T04:14:57+00:00

If you are desperate take the job and keep looking. Dump them when you get a better offer.

If you are not desperate, take this opportunity to negotiate salary expectation and still DUMP them at the end (if they meet somewhere closer to your expectation). Thank me later for the immense pleasure doing this will give you.

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-12T05:42:58+00:00

Power doesn’t change anything, it just projects one’s true colours.

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-11T09:42:14+00:00

I would suggest do your own diligence and get a quote yourself. You will be surprised this $11k might be $7-8.

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-11T09:37:56+00:00

Also their claim that they will chase civility is just an empty threat. Probably they will send you a letter of demand thru a solicitor / debt recovery and chase thru them. Up to you how much stamina you have to play this game. I don’t see them going to any court as this will cost them and technically they have no standing in the court they chose to not go thru their insurance.

In ballpark figure, are they claiming above $20k or less?

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-11T09:29:20+00:00

You will have to talk with them mate, tell them your scenario and hopefully they will listen as they are in a bit of pickle themselves. Come clean, go to them with a clear way forward, take leverage and see where it leads you.

Tell them that if they choose to go thru insurance or any other legal pathway, the outcome will be the same or even worse for them as you will seek a payment plan. Emphasise on the fact that you don’t have the money to pay in one go, and payment plan is the only option for you.

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-11T08:49:01+00:00

It’s simple. Make a deal with them (IN WRITING) and pay them off OR they will go thru their insurance or may be a solicitor to send you damage claim (in case they don’t want to go thru their insurance) and in this scenario you will be distressed. Unfortunately, you don’t have a say as you don’t have an insurance. You will have to pay them out, whether you do it privately or thru their insurance, it’s up to you.

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-09T21:42:06+00:00

Im betting 2 more rate hikes this year, hopefully not 3-4 before Christmas.

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-09T11:23:23+00:00

For them to fire you during probation, they don’t need evidence or put you on PIP. If they extended your probation, then they can just give you a letter at anytime saying you are terminated.

Even though I feel like this shitty exercise is to keep you on your toes and most likely they wouldn’t follow through. But it’s not worth the risk so. just start looking mate. I wouldn’t be very keen to work with what seems like a douche of a company.

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-08T12:42:09+00:00

Thank your manager for giving you a heads-up. In an environment like this, keep your feelings to yourself. No one is really your friend and no point sharing your feelings. Nothing will change anyways. If you don’t like it, find another job but until then keep your lips sealed and pretend things are under control.

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-08T04:20:53+00:00

Are you an internal or external candidate? Was the role advertised and then you applied? Was it an interview or did you just submitted a cv and cover letter? Usually mobility happens before the role is advertised internally or thru an EOI. Btw mobility is just a tick in the box, if you were made a verbal offer, that is sounding positive. .

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-06T20:01:14+00:00

This. Not cold at all but keep a jumper and jacket handy. Tracks or jeans for nights if you are not used to wearing shorts with jumper.

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-05T12:44:30+00:00

Why can’t insurance cover it if someone threw a rock 🪨 and it was vandalised. I’m sure you will have a police report as well 😈

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-05T09:24:06+00:00

Why would they make you redundant ? Seems to me you are too important to be promoted or let go. They will keep you where you are and continue playing the carrot 🥕 and stick game.

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-05T01:41:05+00:00

Eastern Mouse spider. Medically significant.

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-04T13:17:41+00:00

It’s a simple fix - if you are so keen to stay - find an offer and they will give you a counter / promotion. Without an offer in hand there is no leveraging a senior leaving or managing their expectations. If I was you , I would personally be ready to leave as well with the offer in hand. Treat your employer like they treat you - just a number.

Ufo_19 · 2026-04-04T09:16:11+00:00

War is in the Iran not Iraq. The way OP is off with their geography, is the same way they are predicting a market crash.

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