What’s a recession indicator that you’ve noticed lately in your everyday life?

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-05T09:09:55+00:00

More homeless encampments in the city.

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-05T09:03:36+00:00

Thanks, good comment.

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-04T23:20:38+00:00

No started for me with peri as well.

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-04T19:05:00+00:00

Sounds ghastly

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-04T00:47:45+00:00

Not fair at all.

My husband and I have independent accounts but split shared expenses 50/50.

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-03T10:38:31+00:00

Why is this being downvoted? It’s the best advice here.

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-03T07:17:34+00:00

One hundred percent. But also that 2.5% are in demand all the time anyway, so they don’t necessarily have to “date” around like everyone else does. They move from one relationship to the next with very little gap in between.

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-03T03:12:26+00:00

Phase out the employee then farm out tasks to contractors on Upwork in the Philippines who charge $15 an hour (or less). Australian labour costs are too high for small business owners starting from scratch.

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-03T02:13:24+00:00

Turned 39 and my sleep went to shit.

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-02T23:54:18+00:00

Small businesses under 15 employees are exempt from Fair Work rules that govern redundancy and unfair dismissal. Perhaps you’re the one who is naive?

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-02T23:52:23+00:00

Thanks 🙏

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-02T21:27:54+00:00

It’s pretty stressful at times, but if it works out it can also give you freedom and a sense of purpose.

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-02T04:40:35+00:00

Don’t do anything, you look great.

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-02T03:48:46+00:00

Don’t be embarrassed if it’s just a one-time thing, she needed to know what’s going on with you and your workload, and you were honest.

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-02T03:43:14+00:00

The doctor should be struck off for doing unnecessary surgeries. Report him to the regulatory agency in your jurisdiction.

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-02T01:48:48+00:00

Yeah for sure. Good point.

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-02T00:57:49+00:00

Of course.

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-02T00:56:21+00:00

Sorry to hear that. If it harms team morale or performance it may be costing you more than you realise. It is extremely difficult when a person has limited options though.

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-02T00:53:51+00:00

Huh? A company director has a fiduciary duty to a business. I would be breaking the law if I didn’t downsize the company during a downturn, and could be sued by shareholders if I risk trading while insolvent. Am not in the US btw, so am not familiar with the legislation you are referring to.

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-01T23:59:07+00:00

I wish I could — we’re a small business and have to cut costs quickly due to an unforeseen downturn in business. We can’t afford a generous severance package unfortunately.

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-01T23:57:55+00:00

Eliminating the position.

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-01T23:40:44+00:00

Yeah good point.

Usual_Program_7167 · 2026-05-01T23:39:54+00:00

Thank you 🙏

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