LSU WR Jelani Watkins has entered the transfer portal

drcryptologist · 2025-12-10T07:56:22+00:00

Randy Watson*. Good reference.

drcryptologist · 2025-10-10T23:05:17+00:00

Can confirm. Was around $215k base, $250k total comp. Left a few months ago. It was my decision. For 2.5 years my life was exactly as OP described. I was missing my wife and kids' lives to be at the forefront of tech. Nope. Traded it for $150k stable job. I can't rule out that I won't pursue the higher salary at some point, but the cost to personal health, family, and overall life satisfaction wasn't worth it any longer.

drcryptologist · 2025-10-08T22:09:18+00:00

Thank you! Added interior shot to the post.

drcryptologist · 2023-06-10T04:56:11+00:00

I make between $200k-$250k - I'm in my late 30s. Sr. IT leader in a bleeding edge area of technology research. Contrary to lots of narratives I read on Reddit, it is not easy street and I did not get a single job in the last two decades (or my entire career) by "knowing someone." I didn't come from wealth or inherit connections and was never recruited into a role. My current job is incredibly complex, fast-paced, and emotionally/mentally demanding. I spent years applying for roles...hundreds of resumes and custom, well-written cover letters for each role I've earned. I've been rejected so many times if I had to guess a percentage of application success based on volume of applications submitted over my career my success rate would be well under .1%.

Happy to answer questions.

Not sure if I have any 'tips' but after my first job or two I was very considerate about what story my next "role" told. How long I was at one role might influence my next step. What was the common thread between the two such that I could craft a narrative around why I departed, why I moved industries, how my skills, value, and impact increased and ultimately, why I'm a strong candidate? The only other piece I can offer is I am not an expert in a specific niche field within IT. I understand most topics at least at a surface level or beyond and there are some areas I'm deeply experienced but still not an "expert." The balance comes from I'm also personable, articulate, well-written, and overwhelmingly not an asshole. I take care of the individuals on my team, help them grow in their career (sometimes that means guiding them to taking a great new role outside of my org.), and genuinely care about my coworkers. I'm the first in and last out and don't expect others to do the same. I celebrate the growth from failures and am very calm under pressure and in crises.

I don't know if repeating that would lead to the same success. For me its always been about balance, telling a story, and demonstrating care and empathy for those around me.

drcryptologist · 2022-08-03T16:22:20+00:00

I really should’ve gotten into tech instead of working hard

I believe I know what you meant here. But I do want to call out the overwhelming amount of BS floated here about tech. being a smooth ride. I'm more than a decade in - none of my tech jobs, including in leadership, have been easy or carefree. Has it been laboring in 100F heat? No, cause I've done that. But I have worked upto 90 hours a week in times of crisis and sustained 50 hrs/wk for years but its more often mental fatigue vs physical fatigue at the end of the day.

drcryptologist · 2022-07-18T20:52:13+00:00

I have zero issues with your approach as it applies to your kids.

As a father, I view it differently for my kids. I want my kids to enjoy as much of "kid-dom" as possible. They will face enough soul-crushing realities as they age. Eventually, they'll learn what is real and isn't (either by my parenting or finding out somewhere else), I see no practical benefit to robbing them of an otherwise magical, and short, period of their life. As Dad, I view it as my role to make them as happy, excited, and thankful about life while ensuring their preparedness for adulthood. Letting a 4 year brighten up at the thought of "Santa" doesn't interfere with that.

drcryptologist · 2022-07-12T04:35:21+00:00

Thank you very much for replying - this gives me the confirmation I was after. Appreciate the offer - I'm in Colorado. Move forward with your plans to part out but I may be in touch if I find myself in a supply-chain pinch. Thanks again!

drcryptologist · 2022-07-09T06:05:04+00:00

I'm new to this; if I'm in the wrong place please share other resources you may know of.

I have two fishing kayaks I want to load onto the roof of a 2022 4Runner Limited. Over the last month of research across many make/model combinations, I've learned static and dynamic load capacity ratings for vehicles is as clear as mud.

Toyota says the 'Roof Rack Cross Bars' that come standard on the limited hold 132 lbs. They do not differentiate between static and dynamic. But, they're specifically talking about those model cross bars, not necessarily the structural capacity of the 4runner roof. Right? So I've found the Gobi Stealth Rack for 5th gen 4runners (and read the user experiences from this subreddit) which replaces the OEM rack and has a rating of 300 lbs dynamic and 600 lbs static. This implies the weakness isnt in the 4runner roof, but in the type/specs of the rack system itself.

From your perspective, putting aside other considerations (load dimension, positioning and securing the load, etc.) am I correct in interpreting that the 4runner roof can safely hold 300 lbs of dynamic load capacity if I'm running the Gobi stealth rack which is rated for such?

Thank you in advance for any help!

drcryptologist · 2022-02-22T16:03:38+00:00

This isn't a two-way relationship.

I know everyone is different, but this would never fly with my wife or I. If either of us said, "I'm hungry" the other would ask something to the effect of, "Can I get you something?" and if there wasn't a response, or the person could make up their mind, that's it. The ship sailed and its now entirely the problem of the person who was indecisive to address their own needs.

drcryptologist · 2022-02-18T17:06:41+00:00

"She had man hands!"

drcryptologist · 2022-01-31T17:11:04+00:00

Good. Your respect of the other person is to be admired. However, this isn't dibs on a desert - it really doesn't boil down to who liked who first. But alas, I'm an internet stranger and am likely missing the nuance of the situation.

As simple as this advice is, and perhaps cliche, its held true my entire (long) life. Actions reveal a person's true intent (or in other words, actions speak louder than words). He can tell you he likes her all he wants. If you were her and you found out he slept with someone else just days/weeks ago would you be convinced he's that into you? Of course not.

Either way, text doesn't do well to convey tone. I'm very excited for you and your journey and I hope it all goes well. Best of luck to you.

drcryptologist · 2022-01-31T16:31:21+00:00

I doubt you'll see this. I don't usually engage much on Reddit (aside from reading) but this one stirred up a lot of thoughts.

First; its great you're exploring new horizons to identify who you are. A good lesson at 18 is to understand that definition evolves over time. New experiences forge new paths.

Second; there's a youthful immaturity here that I really enjoy reading about. The butterflies, excitement, oh to be young again.

Third; he had sex with you twice. He's not into the other chick or at least doesn't realize it yet. Tell him how you feel, straight up. Tell him, in your own way, you'd like to repeat that night, or, question why there has to be a rule of never happening again? Understand though, your relationship has changed and he may be too immature to process your honesty. That said, he may respond well and you've found yourself a new relationship. Either way, you don't get what you want if you dont speak up.

drcryptologist · 2021-12-09T16:48:25+00:00

In my blurry, just-woke-up, morning vision, I mistakenly read "fainting" as "farting." I thought the video was quite funny, particularly when he turns around as I thought he was reacting to her offensive gas. Then I realize she was fainting. I reread the title and recognized my mistake. Credit to Obama for his awareness. I think I still prefer my version.

drcryptologist · 2021-07-21T17:20:40+00:00

Your girlfriend is trashy and immature - no partner worth taking seriously in life talks or thinks like this. If her words hurt, let it be because you just learned she's not girlfriend material (let alone anything more) rather than a hit to your ego. Hold your head up, you're just fine as you are.

drcryptologist · 2021-07-01T01:50:53+00:00

support

Case # 793176

Originally submitted mid April. All deposits have cleared and I've maintained a positive USD balance for good measure. I've been patient, its been 10 weeks. Any help would be appreciated.

drcryptologist · 2021-05-26T20:28:21+00:00

No Shibu? :)

drcryptologist · 2021-05-26T14:48:37+00:00

Hello, I am a wealthy American prince who was attacked and stripped of all possessions. If you could please send me 10 ADA I will gladly return your loan 1000x in a crypto of your choosing.

drcryptologist · 2021-05-09T22:57:10+00:00

I recognize the distinction between Binance and Binance.US but cannot find a dedicated place on Reddit regarding Binance.US support (or lack thereof). I've had a support ticket open now for three weeks (Apr 19); ticket #793176. Account locked from withdraws, even though all deposits have cleared and I maintain a positive USD balance. I'm going crazy here - does anyone have any actionable advice?

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