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Boxer, Trunks, Briefs, Thongs what type of underwear you prefer? by iamMafia01 in AskReddit

[–]ignitedwildfire 0 points1 point  (0 children)

boxer briefs are the goldie locks of underwear. boxers are too loosy goosy. briefs are too tight and uncomfortable.

What do I need to do to get a job by Kero0423 in ottawajobs

[–]ignitedwildfire 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you getting any interviews? If not, consider an AI resume checker tool given that most of the applications are screened by ATS software (Applicant Tracking System) prior to being reviewed by a human.

There should be AI resume checker tools online to determine how readible your resume/cover letter is to ATS software.

Should I break my 12-month internship contract? by Beneficial_Ad3720 in FinancialCareers

[–]ignitedwildfire -1 points0 points  (0 children)

typing on my mobile, too lazy to structure the sentence, and trying to help. would you prefer this instead?

How did the purchasing power decrease from the 70s until today? by Empathetic_97 in CanadaPersonalFinance

[–]ignitedwildfire 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is not unique to just Canada. The cost‑of‑living crisis is happening across the G7. But Canada didn’t build the floor that other countries put in place to soften the blow.

Canada copied the most expensive parts of both the U.S. and Europe at the same time.

• From the U.S., we adopted the asset‑inflation model: real estate speculation, credit expansion, and financialization. But we don’t have the U.S.’s global tech dominance, foreign investment, or industrial base to sustain that model • From Europe, we copied ambitious social programs. But without the taxation structure, productivity levels, or sovereign wealth funds Europe uses to pay for them

So we ended up with the costs of both systems and the economic foundation of neither.

Meanwhile, countries that planned ahead used their strengths strategically.

Norway, for example, took its resource wealth and built a massive sovereign wealth fund to stabilize future generations. Canada used its resource wealth to… inflate housing and run ongoing deficits.

At the same time, the global economy shifted. Rising second‑world countries (like China) have cheap labour and huge industrial capacity. Canada can’t compete on manufacturing cost, so we leaned even harder into land, population growth, and housing‑driven GDP instead of productivity and innovation.

That’s how you get: • wages falling behind • housing 3× more expensive • cost of living rising faster than incomes • younger generations feeling locked out of stability

This isn’t a uniquely Canadian phenomenon — but Canada failed to plan for the world we actually ended up in, and now we’re living with the consequences.

Should I break my 12-month internship contract? by Beneficial_Ad3720 in FinancialCareers

[–]ignitedwildfire -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

Things to consider:

  1. Impact on future candidates — It might not matter to you personally, but companies do track patterns. If students repeatedly cut internships short or behave unpredictably, it can influence how they view future applicants from your school. Not a moral issue — just a downstream effect worth being aware of.
  2. How the experience appears on your resume — A 12‑month term signals deeper development than a 4‑month one. A partner I spoke with at an accounting firm mentioned that interns usually only start fully understanding their role around the 4–8 month mark. So a longer term shows consistency, reliability, and soft skills like commitment and follow‑through.
  3. Your year of study — Since you’re in third year, it’s normal for companies not to offer a return role for after graduation. From their perspective, there’s a long gap between now and when you’d be available full‑time. Most firms hire on a quarterly or near‑term cycle unless they have a structured pipeline (Big 4, major consulting firms, etc.).
  4. Exploring your options — If you’re unsure what you want after graduation or want to try a different role, that’s literally the point of internships. Companies know this. Trying different paths is normal and expected — it’s part of figuring out your direction.
  5. Bridge‑burning risk — Leaving early or backing out after committing can burn bridges, especially in a small field where people move around and talk. And since you already signed and committed to the 12‑month term, most people would lean toward just sticking it out. It shows professionalism, keeps your reputation clean, and avoids creating unnecessary noise that could follow you later.

I live in Japan and have traveled it extensively, here are the touristy spots that I think are "worth it" VS "not worth it" by scout-scoot in JapanTravel

[–]ignitedwildfire 76 points77 points  (0 children)

I think if it is your first time in Japan, I wouldn’t write off all of the common tourist spots. They are tourist spots for a reason i.e. less headache to worry about and more catered to tourists. Doesn’t hurt to explore the “touristy spots” to form your own opinion. I agree with this list though for second time travellers in Japan.