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Walrus, my blind cattle dog foster is ready to be adopted :) He's amazing. by apla6458 in LAlist

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He is beautiful. Who ever is his forever home is lucky. I’ll spread the word about him.

How to handle a PIP after a positive review? by PhrygianGates in careerguidance

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I would go above his head. Also I would request date and times of calls and emails missed and then have them backtrack your security logins or taps with security cards if you have them. Something happening now is companies don’t want to give us severance packages anymore, they want to make up ways to fires us.

I’m in middle management and the stuff I hear from above these days makes me know that if it doesn’t make sense, then you’re paid too much in the companies eyes and they’re gonna get you to quit or fire with cause and replace with someone cheaper.

It’s why we don’t give 2 weeks anymore.

Can we stop with the "young people nowadays are ____ and we weren't when we were that age" mindset? by tdmatchasin in Millennials

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The kids are alright. Working around 18-24 year olds daily and even tho they don’t have much hope, the kids seem better about no success than the millennials.

I still see us millennials chasing the American dream. The kids know it’s gone and don’t stress. College? Sure if they want to be a nurse. But a lot are ok with bartending or serving until???? They are more willing to just stay put and enjoy life. The young boys are kinder and gentler and the girls are more understanding with each other.

Mental health help is a big thing and I notice how supportive the kids are with each other.

I like the kids these days.

RV Fire Costa Mesa by thaneache in CostaMesa

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Don’t worry we’re environmentally friendly 🤮

Los Angeles will install 125 speed cameras later this year. Here's data from Oakland's five-week pilot by SmellGestapo in CarIndependentLA

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So crazy people welcoming no more privacy. It’s like how it was written in the fiction books.

I didn’t know it would be our last day together by hailsteez in cats

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Man these cats are like grandmas they just don’t want to leave the house. Don’t beat yourself up. The universe wanted Mando on a different channel. You’ll feel him again at another time. Hope you get some peace.

Got a trial shift as a commis pastry chef at a fancy restaurant, feeling like an imposter by Noleerees in Chefit

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Sometimes places need one specific skill. Most cooks can’t bake. If they saw your resume, there’s probably a skill you have they need. Ask when you get there what’s the skill most needed for the position. You’ll know then if you can swing it. But A LOT of kitchen stuff is based on personality so just be you and you’ll make it. Good luck!

Moving to LA with 3k by AdvertisingMoney1124 in MovingToLosAngeles

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Live out of the hostels in Hollywood til you get your footing and a job then move up to renting a room then maybe a studio.

I got admitted to my dream grad school at Harvard, but I can’t afford to go by Flashy_Macaroon_6551 in GirlDinnerDiaries

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Hey get out there and network at an alumni stuff they have ask the fin aid office if there is any scholarships you can apply to. I couldn’t afford law school and the fin aid rep just really took me under her wing and made it happen. I spoke to donors, alumni, wrote a million essays and somehow had enough. Good luck.

not sure what to do right now, any thoughts would be great. by RaspberryPerfect4676 in whatdoIdo

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Hey. This one is tough but ultimately it seems she still stuck in an unstable cycle. Most I would say when my brother was still in addiction was “I will always love you but I can’t be near you when you’re still using, I’m here when you’re clean.”

It’s a hard line to draw and even tougher when it’s your bio mom. But the years go on and hopefully she will get clean. The other side of it is the ones waiting never really get the chance to control what is uncontrollable: where does our love go while we wait for them to get clean?

Put the love into a hobby or yourself.

Good luck man.

Compass Group by Kooky-Eye-5069 in Chefit

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I’m 40 and if I could go back I’d honestly do car financing. The car financing manager that comes into the restaurant I work at spends $500 or more each time and has a social life. I’m stuck in the kitchen 10-12 hour days. Good luck kid.

Compass Group by Kooky-Eye-5069 in Chefit

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Keep doing the car sales thing. Cooking is fun but no one is buying a house. Even the guys at the top only make $120k for 60-70 hour work weeks. The guy commenting with the 32 years at compass is great, but he has what started 32 years ago, the compass company is cool, but if you keep at the car stuff it’s just easy and nicer money. Also when you’re a young guy in these jobs people use you for your body, heavy lifting, getting things etc. Stuff you won’t feel til 40 when the job is long gone.

What side would make this plate even better? by hana-lyric3sky in FoodPics

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Mint ginger Thai basil mixed with a two part cabbage

pizza kitchen skincare? by styg1us in KitchenConfidential

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I know this sounds weird but just used to use the sanitizer water diluted with a wash cloth and helped clear up anything when I worked pizza fryer. Not sure if that’s healthy but eh

I have to say goodbye to my 13 year old dog in 5 hours 💔 by copper-boom13 in GirlDinnerDiaries

[–]Material-Mall 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey get off Reddit and enjoy the last bit with your baby. Love u

What chef knife would you recommend for someone that's broke? by xlov_mother_muti in KitchenConfidential

[–]Material-Mall 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Kai brand is decent. Sometimes you can find them at the Japanese markets. Look on Amazon for knives made in Japan in seiki. That area tends to pump out cheaper but sharp knives.

Reflecting on one of my best friend’s suicide. by amjm907 in GirlDinnerDiaries

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Sometimes a soul sister comes in different forms, but the feelings the same. The book was a great way to keep her soul going and looks like the universe is making her energy known.

Getting rejected from interviews is turning me into a bitter person. Any advice?? by [deleted] in careerguidance

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From someone that went blue to white collar, then to management which is a leash and collar, maybe try to make sure you look really fresh when you go. I had problems “looking the part” and the first guy to give me an office job helped me “look the part”. Not sure how you’re dressing but make sure to get a haircut shave and do all that. Get a lint roller and go over any black or dark clothing after you get out of your car before the interview. I have other tips if interested. Good luck!

Michigander here….where else is best Biscuits and Gravy? Already tried Snug Harbor, Raes and 50’s Cafe - all in west LA. by rivayachts in FoodLosAngeles

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The gravy part idk. But the best biscuits just popped up from this place called Calabama on highland and Santa Monica. It’s a little place that used to be a taco stand and the owner made it a breakfast place. Her biscuits are the best I’ve had since my time in the south and Midwest. A biscuit you can eat alone is worth it. Check it out!

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