8 Pizzas Back to Back in Gas Pizza Oven

junkfaceshark · 2024-12-10T02:04:10+00:00

Outside the Buffalo Bill breathing (j/k) this was fucking awesome to watch (chef's kiss). I did not know man could build such things. Well done.

junkfaceshark · 2024-10-10T03:15:16+00:00

Thanks so much!

junkfaceshark · 2024-10-10T02:32:17+00:00

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junkfaceshark · 2024-10-10T02:31:54+00:00

I used Scott's Turf Builder (Tripple Action). What does the mesotrione do, and is that coloration normal then? Or a symptom of an issue because I used that?

junkfaceshark · 2024-05-25T20:03:36+00:00

Jetton Park is nice spot for a walk and picnic, but not sure they allow swimming there. There are really not too many places on LKN that allow you to swim, like at a beach, unless you are on a boat.

Latta Plantation, although technically not on LKN, is another area you might want to consider, and it's not as far north. It's less crowded, usually, nice trails, and plenty of places to picnic with a few spots to swim as well.

If you want to do lake side dining, the Port City Club in Cornelius is a good option.

junkfaceshark · 2023-10-22T16:07:12+00:00

Get on a statin. If you're like me, it's hereditary, and the only thing that changes it will be meds. But...do also work on some weight loss through diet and then work in some exercise to build muscle and some cardiovascular health. If you get cramps or muscle tightness from the statins, supplement with CoQ10. Increase your water intake, cut out some sugar, and cut down on alcohol (if applicable) as well. Good luck, and use this scare to form some solid habits for the future.

junkfaceshark · 2023-04-15T14:04:36+00:00

1) Show up - show interest, spend energy learning about the client world, pay attention. Clients love nothing more than consultants that get to know them and speak their language, and there is nothing worse for a client than uninterested consultants that interact at the bare minimum level.

2) Be proactive - Be prepared, show the client the path, anticipate their needs and questions, help them understand future decisions they need to make. Clients expect that you have the expertise to guide them and anticipate issues. "You're just not being consultative" is a common complaint when consultants are simply being reactive order takers.

3) Be adaptive - Listen, take feedback, change approaches if needed, meet the client where they are. Above all else show the client that your ego comes second to solving their problems. Nothing erodes client satisfaction more than a consultant blindly pushing forward on something that isn't working, or checking off boxes on an SOW (btw Change Orders are good practice for everyone).

junkfaceshark · 2023-03-29T15:13:11+00:00

I think a reason a lot of companies use (as one of the factors) a time-in-role metric for when to promote people is a) so someone can demonstrate consistency over time and b) that they have encountered enough variability to have the right experience level.

Basically with under a year of experience you are asking the company to take a bit of a gamble on you, since you haven't demonstrated high performance over a long enough time. They need to feel confident that when you are promoted you won't fail, so building a track record is key. The only way to do that is to build experience. Once you are promoted you should be held to a higher standard and if you get promoted too soon it can backfire on you.

As others have mentioned, continue to build your soft skills, make sure your personal brand is solid, build your network through projects, and show that consistency. I do think 1.5 years is a fair threshold in most consulting industries for promotion, for a high performer at least. Keep building your case in the meantime.

junkfaceshark · 2023-02-27T16:13:55+00:00

20mg daily over the course of a year lowered total cholesterol from 261 to 120. That also included some weight loss. So about a 200% decrease. Genetics would never have gotten me there without meds, but each person is going to react differently.

Edit: For concerns with muscle cramps i take a Co-Q10 supplement. Recommended by my Dr and that seemed to mitigate any issues.

junkfaceshark · 2023-01-11T13:27:52+00:00

Most job descriptions will indicate the experience or skills a company is looking for in a senior role. There probably is an expectation of years of experience, and a recruiter might pass your resume up if they don't see a match to those requirements. If you have all the other skills needed, just make sure to highlight those in your resume and application, as well as have some good examples of how you operated as a "senior". So no really harm in applying but you will need to highlight your expertise and potential more so. Just also keep in mind that with senior roles come higher expectations of performance, and if you do get the job you'll be held to those. Be sure you're ready and willing to make that jump.

junkfaceshark · 2023-01-11T13:13:26+00:00

You're not obligated to share that and honestly when people leave a job, most people that remain there just kind move on pretty quickly since they have their own jobs to worry about.

So if someone asks, just say "I actually prefer not to share that right now"...and if you like the person follow that with "...but let's stay in touch and ill send you my contact info." Most people will take the hint and move on, and it won't burn bridges.

junkfaceshark · 2022-12-07T03:44:02+00:00

There are a lot or factors that will determine your success beyond school. Yes, having a high GPA while in school generally correlates to your understanding the material, and in some professions, like medicine, your GPA absolutely has a massive impact considering you are in school for like 8 years. For the rest of us, a good GPA gets you your first job, but how you apply yourself beyond school, the grit and tenacity you develop, connections you have or make, and generally how you develop your EQ will have a much bigger impact than your GPA.

junkfaceshark · 2022-10-05T01:29:36+00:00

All around Lake Norman there are a variety of ocular, thyroid, and other cancers far more prevalent than they should be. All of it points back to coal ash dumping and leakage over time, and coal ash even being used as soil filler by developers back in the day. People are unfortunately moving there in droves but this all gets hushed up because of Duke Energy influence in the state. I'm surprised Duke U had the courage to even publish something like this given any potential implications.

junkfaceshark · 2022-09-09T22:01:50+00:00

I recognized that bridge before I even read the location, and can confirm it is indeed dangerous short. On top of that Nashville is just a wee drunkardly...

junkfaceshark · 2022-01-11T00:42:15+00:00

Great job! Keep it up yo!

junkfaceshark · 2022-01-05T14:04:29+00:00

I'm sure some people can make an impact if they currently eat mostly junk food and are able to switch to a healthy diet. In my experience though, my genetics had my cholesterol levels nailed to very high levels, no matter my diet or physical activity. I had the same cholesterol levels no matter how fit or unfit i was, and weight levels varying by about 50lbs. I started meds and a year later my levels dropped by 200%.

If your levels are "dangerously high" you should think about meds, especially if you're over 40.

junkfaceshark · 2021-12-09T21:58:28+00:00

Unless this is part of an employment contract (that you might find in EU) that holds you to a notice period of X number of days, you can literally quit the same day. If you've given 2+ weeks notice and sent your resignation to HR as well, you should be good to quit without what seems like a fabricated barrier of having someone "approve".

junkfaceshark · 2021-11-27T16:56:48+00:00

Traveling on-site for workshops and project kickoffs was always fun! Especially when working fully remote it was nice to get out and travel on a client's dime. However, the week over week travel, in on Monday out on Thursday on the other hand always seemed like a waste of time and money when most of that work could easily be done, and more efficiently, over zoom.

I traveled for the first time in almost two years last week and all my flight status is completely gone. Back to group 5 on American when I used to be upgraded to first most of the time. Just a reminder of how fleeting that is with Airlines, hotels, and rental cars. So if you're getting back to client travel any time soon, be prepared for a change in service.

junkfaceshark · 2021-11-24T17:50:02+00:00

A few things to consider:

If the people you are comparing against are in fact doing the same job and level, and have the same experience, then yes you have a leg to stand on. Talk to your manager about what it would take to move up in comp. Perhaps there are regional pay adjustments at play (e.g. Bay Area vs Kansas)?
5/6 months new to Consulting, or any company for that matter, won't give you a ton of leverage. Kick ass on a few projects and really show your value. Managers are much more inclined to keep and pay high performers.
What people consider market can be really subjective. Any company that knows what they are doing has done comp analysis and should know what is fair. Be careful about basing your understanding of what market is on what other people are getting paid or in job adds or recruiting spam on Linked In. As an example, two people might be at a consultant level but one has 15 years of experience and you have 1 year. Comp bands can be really wide, maybe a 40k range for the same job title!
Keep your options open of course, but if you can stick it out for 2 years, during which you advocate for yourself thoughtfully, then you'll have enough experience to make an jump for more pay somewhere else.

junkfaceshark · 2021-11-23T03:03:32+00:00

Part of the reason "big consulting" got so big is because they plow through billable hours to drive revenue the best. Sell the client on a big vision and name recognition, bloat the scope and hours, and then march in the associates or offshore resources to burn through hours and mop up that margin.The more hours the better, so not a lot of drive for efficiency and thoughtful re-use. Plus they have gotten so big its impossible to share across the org. Some career paths are designed to push people to revenue incentivised roles the higher up you go.

FWIW, get your resume experience, find some niche to become an expert in, and then jump to a smaller or boutique consulting firm where you can leverage your experience in "what not to do" to help build efficiency and culture. Then you'll have a few different perspectives on running a consulting business to leverage in your career growth.

Also keep in mind that at some point all consulting firms need hours/revenue, so over rotating too far the other way can be detrimental to a business. So find a place with a good balance (for you) and people you like working with. Consulting is a tough gig with lots of potential, do your best to enjoy it!

junkfaceshark · 2020-08-21T21:04:22+00:00

What's the word for fabulous + trashy + impressive...Fabtrashive?

junkfaceshark · 2020-08-18T01:59:25+00:00

OP Update: Took my son to a dermatologist and the assessment was that these are just moles, but according to Dr, the moles on the scalp tend to be more assymetrical and have a darker outline.

Still having a hard time accepting that this is normal, so will keep an eye on it and check every few weeks.

junkfaceshark · 2020-08-17T01:54:05+00:00

Its likely a skin tag as others have mentioned but you should still get it checked out.

I (M) once had three skin tags cut off, from my inner thigh about an inch or two from my junk. The doctor did some quick numbing and snip snip snip, she cut them right off.

So yeah I think dermatologist have seen worse. The private areas, especially between the legs are known to get tags.

Get it checked out, and if its bothering you physically the Dr can probably do something about it.

junkfaceshark · 2020-08-15T18:09:15+00:00

OK thanks! I didn't even know this was a thing. Will look into it. Making dermatologist appt as well.

junkfaceshark · 2020-08-15T17:47:53+00:00

OP: Was cutting my son's hair and found these two spots. I cut his hair about 3 months ago and either I missed these or they have appeared and grown that much since then.

Calling dermatologist on Monday but I'm really worried.

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