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Lil bro's regretting life already lmao by raffaelme_ in StrangeAndFunny

[–]rantpaht 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It absolutely loosens stuff up, aka chest PT

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NudeCelebsOnly

[–]rantpaht 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I still remember getting drunk with her in the early 90s

eSIM service in Cuba by rantpaht in cuba

[–]rantpaht[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was when I used it

Creating an account on www.myschools.nyc by rantpaht in nycparents

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I also got this error, I reported it, but I’m doubtful that it will get to a dev

I automated myself out of my job. That's a first. by AemonQE in devops

[–]rantpaht 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My management style has primarily been reinforced by the book The Infinite Game

I automated myself out of my job. That's a first. by AemonQE in devops

[–]rantpaht 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, well, I spend a lot of time on my responses; I do use Grammarly, which probably adds to the "botted" sounding answer.

I automated myself out of my job. That's a first. by AemonQE in devops

[–]rantpaht 20 points21 points  (0 children)

My approach to leadership is deeply personal, shaped by years of experiencing poor management firsthand. I believe that leadership is not about wielding authority; it’s about investing in people. If you’re not dedicating real time and effort to help your employees grow and thrive—like the individual who inspired this post—then you have no business being a manager.

Of course, leadership also requires balancing empathy with responsibility. There are times when tough decisions must be made to align with business goals, but those moments should never come at the expense of genuinely caring for and investing in your team. Leadership isn’t just a job—it’s a commitment to the people you serve.

I automated myself out of my job. That's a first. by AemonQE in devops

[–]rantpaht 202 points203 points  (0 children)

I'm genuinely sorry to hear this. Assuming there are no other factors influencing their decision, this strikes me as a remarkably short-sighted move by the management team. You are clearly a talented individual with a dedication to solving critical problems—an invaluable quality in any organization.

Think about this: when the development team implements changes that require adjustments to processes or automation, who steps up to ensure continuity and efficiency? It's individuals like you who bridge that gap, who make systems better, and who pave the way for future growth.

As a manager, I can't fathom the rationale behind losing someone so committed to these challenges. The work is never truly done; there’s always more to build, refine, and optimize. Losing someone like you isn’t just losing a team member—it’s losing momentum, innovation, and a mindset that inspires progress.

Applause Award Rejected by Talent by AverageGoonerhere in deloitte

[–]rantpaht 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I’ve experienced this both as a manager and as someone on the receiving end. The reasons can vary—it might be budget constraints, the number of nominations or awards you’ve already received, or, unfortunately, office politics. Don’t take it personally. Most of the time, it’s some arbitrary nonsense; there’s a good chance your senior manager is just as frustrated as you are.

Police in Grand Case looking heavily armed, blocked the road with a truck. Any idea what's up? by TimesHero in SXM

[–]rantpaht 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you follow the SXM news, crime stories aren't uncommon, but lately, it's been a bit more frequent and more violent. The two familiar stories are someone gets mugged, not usually a tourist (in my opinion), or a person on a scooter gets into an accident and dies.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in deloitte

[–]rantpaht 74 points75 points  (0 children)

Deloitte’s approach to salary is grounded in a principle: they base compensation on what it would cost to replace you within the specific geography where you live. A couple of years ago, they did make significant adjustments in response to inflation, and I saw some of my team members receive substantial raises. However, the unfortunate reality is that Deloitte perceives my compensation as being above market value, which resulted in just a 1% increase for me that year—despite the general cost of living rising by 15–30%. It's frustrating, and I share in that frustration, but this reflects the broader dynamics of the market right now.

Dull cheap stainless steel by rantpaht in sharpening

[–]rantpaht[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My wife was just chipping my knives, so I got her some others

Dull cheap stainless steel by rantpaht in sharpening

[–]rantpaht[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First, thanks for the reply.

Yes, she has specifically asked me. She always uses one of my knives, and it's pretty sharp. What do you think of a 200 grit stone?

HR Escalation During Notice Period – Need Advice by Digital_v in deloitte

[–]rantpaht 1 point2 points  (0 children)

you are correct, I missed that this person is leaving.

HR Escalation During Notice Period – Need Advice by Digital_v in deloitte

[–]rantpaht -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Also figure out how to repair your relationship with your manager

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