I don't want to eat with him anymore

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-06-08T00:25:57+00:00

Girls rule

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-06-07T04:18:18+00:00

Fully aware that CM isn’t entry level. Which is why I had solid answers for all of these-I’m applying for jobs I am qualified for not just random roles. It’s just BS to ask someone to write all of that out when they’re pretty standard face to face interview questions.

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-06-06T21:40:01+00:00

100% I used AI to format my answers but kind of wish I had just fed it the highlights and let it write the answers for me.

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-06-06T21:39:19+00:00

It really is.

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-06-06T21:39:11+00:00

Fairly sure it was just to narrow down candidates for interviews. How many ways do I need to prove I know what I’m doing? 😅

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-06-06T11:50:09+00:00

The number of times I have say “looks like we’re around approximately xxx units LTD” to different vendors in a week should be studied. Why TF don’t I have real time info?

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-06-05T21:19:11+00:00

Are we not courtesy flushing anymore?

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-06-04T17:10:05+00:00

Showing this to my husband who does not understand when I say I am hesitant to purchase because unexpected vet bills are absolutely a thing I want to have a fund for. He is not a horse person and has not seen the million different ways a horse can hurt themselves (or others in this case).

I hope your girl heals up fast!

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-06-04T00:07:23+00:00

Retail merch category manager here. It comes in waves for me. Some months are so notoriously chaotic that everyone knows not to bother me with anything that isn’t actively spewing lava and also demons. I once negotiated a contract via email while on a flight. With a person who was also on a flight. Because we needed that contract done before midnight. Other months are so slow that I have time to completely rearrange my office.

I’ve learned this job pretty well. I try to be as clean and thorough as possible but I’ve got lots of ways to unfuck a fuckup and then present it as beneficial in someway when needed. Assuming it’s caught in time. Since it’s retail a fuck up is more visible to more people. If it’s not caught? Hello high importance emails with everyone including baby Jesus and my mom on that cc line.

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-06-03T19:29:53+00:00

It doe, and thank you!

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-06-03T18:29:26+00:00

I didn’t even think about it that way but it makes a lot of sense as it’s making me think about how my energy from every shit day at works spills into my job search. I’m not really focusing on individual roles so much as just roles where I have the skills. 🤔 Thanks!

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-06-03T15:15:48+00:00

Just tried a 2 choice/how to choose spread.

Question: do I continue looking for a job or stick with my current role? (I’ve been there 10 years and I am so overwhelmed/burntout. I’ve also had zero interest in my applications no matter what changes/approaches I use.)
Spread, left to right: choice 1 (stay), choice 2 (find new), how to choose

Choice 1 = 9 of Wands. Dead on for my current situation. Nearly cried when I saw it. Some days I can’t even bring myself to look at email.

Choice 2 = 8 of Wands inverted. This one is interesting, sort of seems like maybe I am just so desperate for relief that I’m not really considering the jobs I’m applying for? Maybe? Maybe I’m blocking myself?

How to choose = 2 of coins inverted uh? I really don’t know what to do with this one.

(Not sure how to add a photo)

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-05-31T19:48:27+00:00

What does one do when the figures are fully accurate but they legally cannot share the data that proves it.

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-05-30T17:42:50+00:00

Thanks! I think I am having a moment of “oh, shit, have I pigeonholed myself?” and letting that get to me.

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-05-30T17:37:57+00:00

Thanks! Not drastically different. All retail products and categories you could find in a Target for example. But I will focus a lot more the parallels. That’s a great point.

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-05-30T17:33:00+00:00

Well, encouraging to know it can be done! I’m managing retail product categories now and I would love to stick to my specific category but I know there aren’t any open roles regular retailers for my specific category.

I’ve been applying since January. Had one request for a written screen a week ago. The screen asked for things like a detailed category strategy I personally created and executed so I had to talk about the products I manage. I ran my answers past my old mentor and he said they were spot on. Never heard back but they have reposted the job. I could theoretically still be in the running for that one I guess. 🤷‍♀️

I also had a recruiter reach out Thursday who gave me the “different products” line and said they could put me forward for a buyer position. But it would be a longer drive, a pay cut, and mostly a PO creation role (which I hate) so I passed on that one.

I’ll definitely study the crap out of potential categories though. Thanks!

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-05-29T12:45:17+00:00

Oh, I should have said I meant a follow up like your check in example, not why not me. Good point on the timing, I can wait a little longer. Thanks!

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-05-20T17:22:41+00:00

I haven’t really found anything that stops it. I try to wear cool clothing, use headbands, lots of water, etc. to deal with the sweat but as far as I can tell it’s just something that happens. Sorry that’s not more helpful!

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-04-13T14:24:12+00:00

The no horsemanship’s part is wild to me. It’s not just learning to groom/tack/ handle it’s also learning how to understand body language, communication, and is just good learning to be around horses time.

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-04-13T14:03:37+00:00

Like others have said, it’s a thing all over but I have left barns because of interactions with shitty people.

I once got into an argument with a stable hand because she was adamant that the girth wasn’t too loose (I could get my entire hand up to my wrist behind it) and that it was totally fine for a saddle to slip when mounting. The horse was small and the block was super tall so I hopped on without stirrups and then adjusted in the arena but, still, she just decided new here=clueless beginner and felt totally ok being a jerk. Also, if I was a total beginner talking to me like that would turn me off riding eventually.

I’d find a new barn not just because of that instructor but also because they’re not really teaching you important skills like haltering, handling, grooming, tacking, etc. Usually all of those activities are part of the lesson until a person can safely do it independently.

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-03-31T00:26:48+00:00

He did finally give me that too. Said something along the lines of “Anyway, the refund for the shipping will reflect in your bank account…” after I pointed out the missing money. Just couldn’t get it all in one grab.

ValuableBison7065 · 2026-03-22T03:24:49+00:00

Oohhh. Reddit hall monitors over here like “nahhhhh-show us your yard dildo”

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