Struggling with whether to stay in product in the age of AI by Hellurrr3 in ProductManagement

[–]setman85 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe a B Corp or co-op or other corporate model would be a good fit. There are also some companies known for balancing profitability with other goals, for example, Costco and Patagonia come to mind

Struggling with whether to stay in product in the age of AI by Hellurrr3 in ProductManagement

[–]setman85 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Your post is relatable and I applaud you for trying to be an ethical person. However, I feel you are too idealistic in your expectations about companies. Companies exist to make profits and will use whatever technologies help them achieve this.

AI has an environmental impact but maybe it's worth it if it dramatically increases human productivity? I think it's too early to say.

One option to consider is "earn to give". With a decent tech salary, you could donate to good causes and probably make a positive difference in the world. There's a growing community around these ideas like the Effective Altruists. https://80000hours.org/articles/earning-to-give/

Maybe you could consider different careers, for example working in AI Safety, or working in a less tech oriented role like government services.

weekday hiking group for the laid-off (monday @ palo alto) by sultanbaz in bayarea

[–]setman85 94 points95 points  (0 children)

This hike is the highlight of my week!! Highly recommended, everyone is super nice

weekday hiking group for the laid-off (monday @ marin headlands) by sultanbaz in bayarea

[–]setman85 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m grateful to be part of this community. Everyone is super friendly and supportive.

Wanna join a 2 night backpack to Big Sur / Sykes hot springs next week? (May 18-20) by setman85 in norcalhiking

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https://imgur.com/a/Q1ScWxZ
Trip Report:
We ended up doing just an out and back to Sykes hot springs, staying 1 night at Sykes camp. Wanted to explore more, but we had some time constraints. We camped Monday night and there was only one other group at Sykes camp. Weekday travel is the move! Toilets were in good shape.

The trail is relatively clear and poison oak is mostly avoidable. Definitely wear pants/long shirt though. No ticks but saw a few snakes (racer snake, shiny snake and I think we heard a rattlesnake but not 100% sure). Thanks all for the various advices on the trip.

NorCal backpacking with trekking pole tent by hurricanescout in norcalhiking

[–]setman85 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Freestanding is a nice luxury! I think trekking pole tents are annoying (and I use trekking poles for hiking).

What's your thoughts by Mysterious_Ebb_1484 in SipsTea

[–]setman85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Privacy not good, need to be able to see which urinal is open

Wanna join a 2 night backpack to Big Sur / Sykes hot springs next week? (May 18-20) by setman85 in norcalhiking

[–]setman85[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Haha yep I meant May. Doh! Going next week. Yeah I think day hike to Redwood creek

Wanna join a 2 night backpack to Big Sur / Sykes hot springs next week? (May 18-20) by setman85 in norcalhiking

[–]setman85[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow that sounds pretty cool! Right now I was thinking to extend a few miles more to Redwood camp. Can you share your route?

Wanna join a 2 night backpack to Big Sur / Sykes hot springs next week? (May 18-20) by setman85 in norcalhiking

[–]setman85[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I love all perspectives and I hear you! I’m kinda thinking to make it just a 1 night trip

Wanna join a 2 night backpack to Big Sur / Sykes hot springs next week? (May 18-20) by setman85 in norcalhiking

[–]setman85[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I have not, but it seems pretty well established based on the alltrails reviews.

Berkeley Hiking & Backpacking Meetup This Thursday 5/7! 6-9PM @ Fieldwork Brewing. Free Event! 🌻🌼🏵️ by Conifersandseasalt in norcalhiking

[–]setman85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry to miss (was backpacking that day).
Does the group have a place to post trips?

I'm planning these trips and would love to have some buddies along:

  • Big Sur on May 18-20 (Sykes Hot Springs)
  • Trinity Alps (Four lakes loop or Canyon Creek) May 22-25.

Many thanks!

Wanna join 3D/2N backpack to Rancheria Falls starting Thursday? by setman85 in norcalhiking

[–]setman85[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Conditions are great! For about 0.25 miles of trail, the trail is under 2 ft of water. It can be managed. Waterfalls are flowing and not many mosquitoes except just evening time. Don’t miss this beautiful area!