Wha tht efuck are you doing awake at 3:38am London time?
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Wha tht efuck are you doing awake at 3:38am London time?
Some thread!! Made me chuckle! ;D
Don't actually tell us what you are doing, spare us the details please.
There is the distinct possibility that Bilbo might actually be sleeping. :o
WTF?
Miles goin way out on a limb. Let's see.
Of course, there is the other, and perhaps more likely possibility that he has been wanking for over 2 hours to a hardcore pornographic video involving two ladyboy dwarves dressed up as wizards with the obligatory long pointy beards and a warped variety of sex staff/rods.Quote:
Originally Posted by amat
I like to think that he might have just gone to bed like a good boy! :p
Wait til he wakes up and sees the bizarre Tommy Morrison thread/topic on the front page.
I always seem to miss the good stuff. I just took a look at that thread and cracked up laughing a lot. What a strange world we live in!! ;DQuote:
Originally Posted by amat
ha ha what can I say I'm a night person, but I'm up early today too, only 9 am here now, I' m just hardcore.
Maybe its because you're unemployed and have nothing better to do than to stay awake all night long...Quote:
Originally Posted by Bilbo
He's living the dream, that's for sure.Quote:
Originally Posted by leftyleeMaybe its because you're unemployed and have nothing better to do than to stay awake all night long...Quote:
Originally Posted by Bilbo
I have to admit....I'd rather be in his position doing sweet fuck all every day than doing boring Shakespeare essays.Quote:
Originally Posted by CFHHe's living the dream, that's for sure.Quote:
Originally Posted by leftyleeMaybe its because you're unemployed and have nothing better to do than to stay awake all night long...Quote:
Originally Posted by Bilbo
All you got to do is get diagnosed with terminal cancer buddy and all that free time is yours :)Quote:
Originally Posted by leftyleeI have to admit....I'd rather be in his position doing sweet fuck all every day than doing boring Shakespeare essays.Quote:
Originally Posted by CFHHe's living the dream, that's for sure.Quote:
Originally Posted by leftylee
Damn that crystal methQuote:
Originally Posted by Von Milash
Oh you wouldn't ...... you'd end up bored stiff after a while I bet.Quote:
Originally Posted by leftyleeI have to admit....I'd rather be in his position doing sweet fuck all every day than doing boring Shakespeare essays.Quote:
Originally Posted by CFHHe's living the dream, that's for sure.Quote:
Originally Posted by leftylee
On a related subject though, what about being unemployed, with terminal cancer yet not having the mental agility to even comprehend a Shakespeare essay. ;)
"Friends, Saddonians, countrymen, lend me your ears;
I come to bury Jade, not to praise her.
The evil reality shows that women do lives after them;
The good is oft interred with their bones;"
prolonged unemployment makes you go mad. Angry. Bitter. Mean. Desperate. Etc. Etc. Etc.
Just ask me.
I'm fucking losing it.
You'll be alright buddy, always light at the end of every tunnel,just got to hang in there, must be tough though especially when you're over qualified for a lot of jobs u get turned down for.Quote:
Originally Posted by Von Milash
Something will turn up eventually though..
Hey I hope you're right. Can't take much more of this. Someone's dog is gonna get shot. :D
But you know, I really think this internet porn thing is gonna take off. I think now might be the time to get in on the ground floor.
You haven't asked for advice but...Quote:
Originally Posted by Von Milash
I've been through long periods of unemployment. One thing that helped me get out of that was doing projects that simulated the sorts of jobs I saw myself doing. So I had something concrete to show a potential employer in a job interview, rather than just a big gap.
Unemployment is something I just dont understand. Even though I havent had a full time job in the last 5 months I have had a part time job covering me whilst I study. And prior to that I worked like a bastard all my adult life.
There must be something wrong with somebody who really cannot get a job. I know that sounds a bit off, but the world is really not that difficult if you are intelligent and willing to adapt to situations.
Yeah, and with that, you haven't got a clue Miles. Do I really need to say something nasty, like go fuck yourself? Because I don't want to do that. I've applied for everything from $200k jobs down to $30k. If you want to re-write my resume so that it gets me a job, feel free. I'll give you one month. If in one month you can get me a job (a CAREER), I'll give you half of my first paycheck.
Interesting theory CGM. I will contemplate that and see if I can figure out how to apply it. A bit tough to do home based investment banking though.
Here it is Miles. Go for it.
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Sure Miles, aside from being outsourced after 25 years at the plant, there can be something wrong. People make wrong decisions, choose wrong paths, confidence can take a pounding, things don't work as planned, illness, whatever. They still have to try and deal with it. You are what, late 20s? Hope things continue to work out for you in your chosen path, it can happen to the best of us.Quote:
Originally Posted by miles
the rest of it.
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VM, Before I got into insurance and actuarial work, I played with Mortality and demographic statistics and standard formulas to develop insurance pricing models uising Lotus 123 and Excel. On my home computer. And I showed all this stuff to a guy who ended up hiring me.
If you are into investment banking, or want to be, you can work with historical financial data that is available on the net, putting your own ideas about investments to the test to see how they would work over time, that sort of stuff. Just an idea.
Okay, I was perhaps insensitive. But seriously there is always work.
Both of you could get into ESL and there is decent money if you make the right choices. Von Milash could apply at university level and actually teach content based English. He would earn a lot more money by trying to move somewhere. Staying home like that wont earn anything.
And CGM, you sound educated. There is always room for graduates to work anywhere.
It really is about choices. Nobody with an education needs to be unemployed, and if you are then there is always the chance to adjust.
Miles, you're not even in the real world yet. Seriously man, you just don't get it yet. Trust me. Someday you'll be there. And then you'll see exactly what I'm talking about.
I just think a lot of people are lazy, and want things handed on a plate though. If you cant get a job, then no job should be above you. Its as simple as that.Quote:
Originally Posted by miles
I actually did up all sorts of models on my laptop, bond duration, pricing, Black Scholes option pricing, etc. Nobody really cared.Quote:
Originally Posted by CGM
I just interviewed for a gig in commercial banking. They said I was "too senior." They sent my resume to corporate credit, underwriting bonds and all that. But no dice. so I wrote back to commercial banking and no openings.
With all this said, I COULD go into financial advising. But with these markets, who the hell is buying? People are freaking over their investments... and there's no way anyone could make an $8million quota right now. Not in St. Catharines, Ontario, the second lowest median income in Ontario....
This is the last I'll say of it. You have no idea what you're talking about.Quote:
Originally Posted by milesI just think a lot of people are lazy, and want things handed on a plate though. If you cant get a job, then no job should be above you. Its as simple as that.Quote:
Originally Posted by miles
I think I know exactly what you are talking about. Thats why Im taking the effort to become so qualified in the area that I work. The good thing is that ESL is a growth industry and there will always be work.Quote:
Originally Posted by Von Milash
If I was staying at home in the UK complaining then you might have a point. But Im not, and Im away from home finding work easily enough.
My point was that, if you looked for some work, no matter what. Then you might find some. It might be "beneath" you but it would be an income. You are obviously qualified, Im just telling you that you can easily find work, if you wanted it.
I'm actually considering just that. For most of what I do these days, all I need is computer with an internet connection and FedEx, I could do it just about anywhere, but I need something more. I'll get in touch with you soon by PM on that. Korea is always a possibility. I have a friend who is teaching English in China :)Quote:
Originally Posted by miles
You can brush it off so easily, but its true.Quote:
Originally Posted by Von MilashThis is the last I'll say of it. You have no idea what you're talking about.Quote:
Originally Posted by milesI just think a lot of people are lazy, and want things handed on a plate though. If you cant get a job, then no job should be above you. Its as simple as that.Quote:
Originally Posted by miles
You are not entitled to anything, and thats the way the world works. The world owes you nothing.
Ahhh good old Black Scholes with the lognormal distribution. I did all sorts of stuff with that for my Dad, he used it for years. Programs in Microsoft Basic I wrote 20 years ago he's still using.Quote:
Originally Posted by Von MilashI actually did up all sorts of models on my laptop, bond duration, pricing, Black Scholes option pricing, etc. Nobody really cared.Quote:
Originally Posted by CGM
I just interviewed for a gig in commercial banking. They said I was "too senior." They sent my resume to corporate credit, underwriting bonds and all that. But no dice. so I wrote back to commercial banking and no openings.
With all this said, I COULD go into financial advising. But with these markets, who the hell is buying? People are freaking over their investments... and there's no way anyone could make an $8million quota right now. Not in St. Catharines, Ontario, the second lowest median income in Ontario....
Bummer about nobody caring though. Still, keep at it, as long as you have time. It's better than doing nothing, and sooner or later someone's bound to show an interest.
You can contact me for any advice you need and I will try to help you. Not a bother at all.Quote:
Originally Posted by CGMI'm actually considering just that. For most of what I do these days, all I need is computer with an internet connection and FedEx, I could do it just about anywhere, but I need something more. I'll get in touch with you soon by PM on that. Korea is always a possibility. I have a friend who is teaching English in China :)Quote:
Originally Posted by miles
Otherwise, I seem to have turned this thread into something other than intended! :-\
It's not a case of jobs being beneath you or not looking.Quote:
Originally Posted by milesI think I know exactly what you are talking about. Thats why Im taking the effort to become so qualified in the area that I work. The good thing is that ESL is a growth industry and there will always be work.Quote:
Originally Posted by Von Milash
If I was staying at home in the UK complaining then you might have a point. But Im not, and Im away from home finding work easily enough.
My point was that, if you looked for some work, no matter what. Then you might find some. It might be "beneath" you but it would be an income. You are obviously qualified, Im just telling you that you can easily find work, if you wanted it.
I can tell you from personal experience that if a 16 year old with no qualifications or somebody in there mid 20s with qualifications/experience and aspirations go for a low paid job in somewhere like McDonalds they will give it to the 16 year old because he is less likely to fuck off after 3 months when a real job comes up and use the place as a stop gap.
Shit jobs still have just as much competition, more in someways and because basically anybody can do them you'll find that your qualifications/experience count for shit whereas your situation does
The UK sounds like a crapshoot. But if the UK is so crap then you have got to leave. Leave it and find a better job.Quote:
Originally Posted by AdamGBIt's not a case of jobs being beneath you or not looking.Quote:
Originally Posted by milesI think I know exactly what you are talking about. Thats why Im taking the effort to become so qualified in the area that I work. The good thing is that ESL is a growth industry and there will always be work.Quote:
Originally Posted by Von Milash
If I was staying at home in the UK complaining then you might have a point. But Im not, and Im away from home finding work easily enough.
My point was that, if you looked for some work, no matter what. Then you might find some. It might be "beneath" you but it would be an income. You are obviously qualified, Im just telling you that you can easily find work, if you wanted it.
I can tell you from personal experience that if a 16 year old with no qualifications or somebody in there mid 20s with qualifications/experience and aspirations go for a low paid job in somewhere like McDonalds they will give it to the 16 year old because he is less likely to fuck off after 3 months when a real job comes up and use the place as a stop gap.
Shit jobs still have just as much competition, more in someways and because basically anybody can do them you'll find that your qualifications/experience count for shit whereas your situation does
Ive never had a decent job in the UK. :-\
I don't think its reasonable to expect everyone who can't find work to move to Korea Miles.At the end of the day I think it's fair enought that people want to find work in their own country.Quote:
Originally Posted by milesThe UK sounds like a crapshoot. But if the UK is so crap then you have got to leave. Leave it and find a better job.Quote:
Originally Posted by AdamGBIt's not a case of jobs being beneath you or not looking.Quote:
Originally Posted by miles
I can tell you from personal experience that if a 16 year old with no qualifications or somebody in there mid 20s with qualifications/experience and aspirations go for a low paid job in somewhere like McDonalds they will give it to the 16 year old because he is less likely to fuck off after 3 months when a real job comes up and use the place as a stop gap.
Shit jobs still have just as much competition, more in someways and because basically anybody can do them you'll find that your qualifications/experience count for shit whereas your situation does
Ive never had a decent job in the UK. :-\
If somebody is actively seeking work and is qualified and willing to work but still not getting work it's as much a failure of the government, companies, economic climate etc as it is that person.
Plus as Von is educated to a high standard with a degree and serious work experience he has every right to want to get a job with career prospects and a good salary. I don't see McDonald's as a fair option for someone who is obviously skilled and has experience that can be put to use at a much higher level.
For the majority of people it's not that simple Miles. I'm glad that you've been able to do that and it's working out but what's worked for you won't necessarily work for others... The majority of us can't just emigrate.
The BBC has been reporting how European nationals are getting jobs over British people in the UK.Quote:
Originally Posted by AdamGB
That kind of story just sounds bizarre to me. I have been gone a long time, but that just sounds odd.
I wouldnt advise everyone to come to Korea. No way. But educated people shouldnt feel trapped in the UK. Its a pretty miserable little place, I would advise the few educated types to think about their life direction.Quote:
Originally Posted by BilboI don't think its reasonable to expect everyone who can't find work to move to Korea Miles.At the end of the day I think it's fair enought that people want to find work in their own country.Quote:
Originally Posted by milesThe UK sounds like a crapshoot. But if the UK is so crap then you have got to leave. Leave it and find a better job.Quote:
Originally Posted by AdamGB
Ive never had a decent job in the UK. :-\
If somebody is actively seeking work and is qualified and willing to work but still not getting work it's as much a failure of the government, companies, economic climate etc as it is that person.
Plus as Von is educated to a high standard with a degree and serious work experience he has every right to want to get a job with career prospects and a good salary. I don't see McDonald's as a fair option for someone who is obviously skilled and has experience that can be put to use at a much higher level.
The UK is going nowhere special.