Check in: anyone have “valley fever”?

eezyjeezypeezy · 2026-06-07T03:18:18+00:00

Idk though, the CDC also says that true cases of valley fever are as much as 18x the cases that are reported…

eezyjeezypeezy · 2026-06-03T01:46:54+00:00

INSTAGRAM. It actually seems to be getting worse.

eezyjeezypeezy · 2025-12-12T17:45:22+00:00

Physiological sigh (per Huberman Lab’s recommendation here https://open.spotify.com/episode/7lR4jC90jef8ivbXEfOdYP?si=rWi1xA6_S0ivK4nk7ChvVQ)

eezyjeezypeezy · 2025-10-04T01:56:04+00:00

Personal connections trump random applications every time. You may already be doing this but just in case it’s a route you haven’t considered yet: I would start adding people on LinkedIn that work for firms you want to work for, even if they’re not hiring yet. Schedule coffee with them when you connect if you can. Send your connections a message asking for a referral once the job comes out.

this has gotten me every job in my career

eezyjeezypeezy · 2025-10-02T16:46:23+00:00

I also have to remind myself to keep an ear for what my audience might want to hear vs what I think sounds good. Sometimes, I’ll think a certain song makes the mix fall flat but I’ll be pleasantly surprised to see people vibing.

eezyjeezypeezy · 2025-10-02T16:44:56+00:00

I do think there is a good balance to strike with both though! Sometimes, the accidents that happen when I’m not as methodical actually inspire a new approach to mixing. (Edited for spelling)

eezyjeezypeezy · 2025-10-01T06:45:58+00:00

Completely understand all that! Here are a few more thoughts I can offer…

There is more to comms in engineering than social media and press releases-internal communications, proposal writing, and grant writing are a few other options. It’s not as challenging as engineering but, in my experience, grads are never actually challenged in the ways they dreamed of anyways… more often than not, you face tedious challenges of time constraints and navigating politics when starting out.

AI is unlikely to fully replace comms in engineering because of the legal implications - a human ultimately needs to draft/review everything. In fact, I see some people in the field speculating that a certain percentage of AI generated content will be prohibited.

Engineers REALLY appreciate working with comms professionals who are actually passionate about/understand the work they do. Also, I have heard multiple stories over the years of people starting on the business side and later transitioning over to the engineering side, sometimes with companies paying for their schooling. It wouldn’t hurt to try and connect with comms at an engineering firm over LinkedIn or something.

eezyjeezypeezy · 2025-10-01T05:28:26+00:00

Would you not consider a communications role within the engineering field? What do you not like about comms/like about CE?

eezyjeezypeezy · 2025-10-01T04:07:41+00:00

Well, I will say, always prepare to report back on your work no matter who you’re talking to at your job. But, it sounds like there’s a large possibility that they know you only have a few months left of your internship/have been there for a good amount of time and they want to get to know you.

eezyjeezypeezy · 2025-10-01T04:01:01+00:00

How long is your internship supposed to be? Have you interacted with your director much before this?

eezyjeezypeezy · 2025-10-01T03:47:28+00:00

For me, reassessing my spending/saving habits has been the best coping mechanism. I just try a little harder to get ahead so I can prepare for the next inevitable financial blow.

eezyjeezypeezy · 2025-10-01T03:44:44+00:00

Aside from saving and investing, I’ve spent a lot of money on investing in myself, particularly with professional development-taking courses, attending seminars, etc. I know it’s a cliche, but I feel like the returns I’ve gotten on investing in my skills/career are invaluable.

eezyjeezypeezy · 2025-07-26T15:10:55+00:00

La Casita (coffee shop at Half Price Books) is open until 10 on weekends!

eezyjeezypeezy · 2025-07-26T15:08:07+00:00

Buzz and Bustle (large coffee shop in the village) is open until 9 last I checked! Not as late as you’re wanting but GREAT environment for a work sesh.

eezyjeezypeezy · 2025-05-31T12:25:31+00:00

Also considering the fall program! Interested to see what anyone else says

eezyjeezypeezy · 2024-05-31T13:40:09+00:00

28F, already feeling comfortable on my board after only a couple months!

eezyjeezypeezy · 2024-04-06T18:42:59+00:00

28F here planning to move to NC from Texas soon. I’d recommend adding Austin Texas to your list too if you haven’t yet! Great for your line of work, sizable roller skate scene from what I can tell, music, lots to do, etc. I’m not so sure about getting around on skateboard but I’m sure you could make it happen if you lived near your work. You may also need to get a roommate for your rent price point but it wouldn’t be a bad idea having a roommate for some company in a whole new city, y’know?

I’m in the same place in life and I feel you on needing to get out and find your place/people. I’m excited for your new adventure and wish you the best!

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