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amused1 got a reaction from + azdr0710 in 411 on daddytouches
https://rent.men/DaddyTouches
Any info is appreciated
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amused1 got a reaction from + SK in SD in 411 on daddytouches
https://rent.men/DaddyTouches
Any info is appreciated
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amused1 got a reaction from + SK in SD in 411 on this fellow? Mrhandyman
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amused1 got a reaction from thonglovertx in Cheezy tv xmas movies
Ok, I admit it. I'm a junkie for trashy, hallmark, lifetime holiday movies. From the ages child stars to the random Canadian accents, I'm hooked.
Anyone else?
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amused1 got a reaction from MikeBiDude in Help dealing with long term career change
20 years into my career the company I worked for went under. I was a wreck. The labor market in my area was tight and suddenly flooded with over 1000 newly unemployed individuals. My house was deeply under water so relocating was not an option. I did some consulting and volunteer work for a while as I assessed my situation.
One of my greatest fears was that my skill set was limited to the very specialized area of my last position. I decided to take a 90 degree turn and do something completely different. I took classes to develop the skills I needed as well as prove to myself that I had the ability to learn new skills.
I've worked in that industry for the past 14 years but seeing the writing on the wall (online businesses changing that industry) started looking for a new job.
It took 4 years and 100s of applications but am now 3 weeks into my 3rd major career.
The things that tipped the scales in my favor:
Work ethic
Community engagement
Strong references
Well built resume
I strongly urge you to speak with a job transition professional be it a resume consultant or head hunter. They often see the marketable skills the don't occur to you because it was 2nd nature to you. "Just part of the job."
Abilities like prioritization, multitasking, logistics, attention to detail, etc are so often automatic as to be overlooked and unrecognized by experienced workers.
And, finally, approach your job search as a job. Apply the skills you've developed and your work ethic to it as you did your recent career.
It's not easy, believe me I've been there. You'll send out dozens of applications/resumes with little response. It's the nature of the beast. Don't let it get to you too much. Your value will ultimately be recognized.
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amused1 got a reaction from + quoththeraven in Help dealing with long term career change
20 years into my career the company I worked for went under. I was a wreck. The labor market in my area was tight and suddenly flooded with over 1000 newly unemployed individuals. My house was deeply under water so relocating was not an option. I did some consulting and volunteer work for a while as I assessed my situation.
One of my greatest fears was that my skill set was limited to the very specialized area of my last position. I decided to take a 90 degree turn and do something completely different. I took classes to develop the skills I needed as well as prove to myself that I had the ability to learn new skills.
I've worked in that industry for the past 14 years but seeing the writing on the wall (online businesses changing that industry) started looking for a new job.
It took 4 years and 100s of applications but am now 3 weeks into my 3rd major career.
The things that tipped the scales in my favor:
Work ethic
Community engagement
Strong references
Well built resume
I strongly urge you to speak with a job transition professional be it a resume consultant or head hunter. They often see the marketable skills the don't occur to you because it was 2nd nature to you. "Just part of the job."
Abilities like prioritization, multitasking, logistics, attention to detail, etc are so often automatic as to be overlooked and unrecognized by experienced workers.
And, finally, approach your job search as a job. Apply the skills you've developed and your work ethic to it as you did your recent career.
It's not easy, believe me I've been there. You'll send out dozens of applications/resumes with little response. It's the nature of the beast. Don't let it get to you too much. Your value will ultimately be recognized.
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amused1 got a reaction from + Charlie in Help dealing with long term career change
20 years into my career the company I worked for went under. I was a wreck. The labor market in my area was tight and suddenly flooded with over 1000 newly unemployed individuals. My house was deeply under water so relocating was not an option. I did some consulting and volunteer work for a while as I assessed my situation.
One of my greatest fears was that my skill set was limited to the very specialized area of my last position. I decided to take a 90 degree turn and do something completely different. I took classes to develop the skills I needed as well as prove to myself that I had the ability to learn new skills.
I've worked in that industry for the past 14 years but seeing the writing on the wall (online businesses changing that industry) started looking for a new job.
It took 4 years and 100s of applications but am now 3 weeks into my 3rd major career.
The things that tipped the scales in my favor:
Work ethic
Community engagement
Strong references
Well built resume
I strongly urge you to speak with a job transition professional be it a resume consultant or head hunter. They often see the marketable skills the don't occur to you because it was 2nd nature to you. "Just part of the job."
Abilities like prioritization, multitasking, logistics, attention to detail, etc are so often automatic as to be overlooked and unrecognized by experienced workers.
And, finally, approach your job search as a job. Apply the skills you've developed and your work ethic to it as you did your recent career.
It's not easy, believe me I've been there. You'll send out dozens of applications/resumes with little response. It's the nature of the beast. Don't let it get to you too much. Your value will ultimately be recognized.
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amused1 got a reaction from + g56whiz in Help dealing with long term career change
20 years into my career the company I worked for went under. I was a wreck. The labor market in my area was tight and suddenly flooded with over 1000 newly unemployed individuals. My house was deeply under water so relocating was not an option. I did some consulting and volunteer work for a while as I assessed my situation.
One of my greatest fears was that my skill set was limited to the very specialized area of my last position. I decided to take a 90 degree turn and do something completely different. I took classes to develop the skills I needed as well as prove to myself that I had the ability to learn new skills.
I've worked in that industry for the past 14 years but seeing the writing on the wall (online businesses changing that industry) started looking for a new job.
It took 4 years and 100s of applications but am now 3 weeks into my 3rd major career.
The things that tipped the scales in my favor:
Work ethic
Community engagement
Strong references
Well built resume
I strongly urge you to speak with a job transition professional be it a resume consultant or head hunter. They often see the marketable skills the don't occur to you because it was 2nd nature to you. "Just part of the job."
Abilities like prioritization, multitasking, logistics, attention to detail, etc are so often automatic as to be overlooked and unrecognized by experienced workers.
And, finally, approach your job search as a job. Apply the skills you've developed and your work ethic to it as you did your recent career.
It's not easy, believe me I've been there. You'll send out dozens of applications/resumes with little response. It's the nature of the beast. Don't let it get to you too much. Your value will ultimately be recognized.
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amused1 got a reaction from + sync in Cheezy tv xmas movies
Ok, I admit it. I'm a junkie for trashy, hallmark, lifetime holiday movies. From the ages child stars to the random Canadian accents, I'm hooked.
Anyone else?
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amused1 got a reaction from Walker1 in Does your family embrace you being gay?
When my parents found out they decided to have me "fixed". With the help of friends I packed my things and moved several states away. I had no direct contact with them for the next 2 years.
In the decade that followed I visited once a year. Then, a family crisis required me to spend an extended period of time with them. This necessitated a truce of sorts.
We now live in a state of detente.
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amused1 got a reaction from Wanderoz in 411 on libermann_xxl
https://rent.men/Libermann_XXL
Searched, but didn't get any results. Any info is appreciated. Thanks
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amused1 got a reaction from + quoththeraven in Diminutives & Nicknames
My father and his siblings all went by nicknames: Sis, DeeDee, Mick, Rolly, JJ, Tuck, Lolly. None of their nicknames were related to their given names. Go figure.
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amused1 got a reaction from + poolboy48220 in Detroit Cowboy in nyc - 411
As far as I know he never advertised in the Detroit market.
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amused1 got a reaction from Brady in Name Change: AlexMaverick in Indy is now Brandon Lockstin plus New pics
A leopard can't change its spots.
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amused1 got a reaction from weldon79 in Name Change: AlexMaverick in Indy is now Brandon Lockstin plus New pics
A leopard can't change its spots.
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amused1 got a reaction from + Pensant in Name Change: AlexMaverick in Indy is now Brandon Lockstin plus New pics
A leopard can't change its spots.
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amused1 got a reaction from HotWhiteThirties in Chicago 411
I have a recent review of him on Daddy's site. PM for details.
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amused1 got a reaction from MikeBiDude in Best kissers
I like my kissers to be like good stick shift drivers. Work through the gears and know how to downshift when appropriate for the terrain. ?
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amused1 got a reaction from Ichabod in Sereen is back!
Hmm, after immorality and hair like Rula Lenska, the genie must have been out of wishes.
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amused1 got a reaction from RealAvalon in Local sayings, now in the time of COVID19 :(
Lived briefly in a Polish enclave near Buffalo and heard "Side by each"
which meant next to and
"Gum band" for rubber band.
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amused1 got a reaction from + Just Sayin in Local sayings, now in the time of COVID19 :(
Lived briefly in a Polish enclave near Buffalo and heard "Side by each"
which meant next to and
"Gum band" for rubber band.
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amused1 got a reaction from + azdr0710 in 411 on ohiojockinsoz
I had a change in travel plans and had to cancel.
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amused1 got a reaction from + quoththeraven in Tax attorney vs accountant
As a tax professional here's my opinion... If you are comfortable with your current provider, stick with him/her. This person is familiar with your tax history and how your change in income will effect your tax liability. Knowing this, you can properly plan a payment schedule (either through withholding or estimated payments). I recommend setting up a meeting with your provider to discuss your situation and do some tax planning.
Topics I might suggest... The effect receiving the IRA income will have on the taxability of Social Security (if you are receiving it) and the overall impact it will have on your general income. Will it push long term cap gains into a higher rate? How will the IRA be taxed in your state?
If you are the beneficiary of an estate or trust, speak to the trustee/representative of the estate/trust to find out if you will be receiving a form K-1. This is, basically, the income reporting form from the distribution of the assets of the estate/trust and is reported on the recipients 1040. (Think of it as an estate/trusts W-2.) K-1s are often the last tax form a taxpayer receives. To spare yourself the annoyance and expense of amending your return find out if one will be issued before you file.
Cheers
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amused1 got a reaction from OneFinger in Tax attorney vs accountant
As a tax professional here's my opinion... If you are comfortable with your current provider, stick with him/her. This person is familiar with your tax history and how your change in income will effect your tax liability. Knowing this, you can properly plan a payment schedule (either through withholding or estimated payments). I recommend setting up a meeting with your provider to discuss your situation and do some tax planning.
Topics I might suggest... The effect receiving the IRA income will have on the taxability of Social Security (if you are receiving it) and the overall impact it will have on your general income. Will it push long term cap gains into a higher rate? How will the IRA be taxed in your state?
If you are the beneficiary of an estate or trust, speak to the trustee/representative of the estate/trust to find out if you will be receiving a form K-1. This is, basically, the income reporting form from the distribution of the assets of the estate/trust and is reported on the recipients 1040. (Think of it as an estate/trusts W-2.) K-1s are often the last tax form a taxpayer receives. To spare yourself the annoyance and expense of amending your return find out if one will be issued before you file.
Cheers
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amused1 got a reaction from LivingnLA in Tax attorney vs accountant
As a tax professional here's my opinion... If you are comfortable with your current provider, stick with him/her. This person is familiar with your tax history and how your change in income will effect your tax liability. Knowing this, you can properly plan a payment schedule (either through withholding or estimated payments). I recommend setting up a meeting with your provider to discuss your situation and do some tax planning.
Topics I might suggest... The effect receiving the IRA income will have on the taxability of Social Security (if you are receiving it) and the overall impact it will have on your general income. Will it push long term cap gains into a higher rate? How will the IRA be taxed in your state?
If you are the beneficiary of an estate or trust, speak to the trustee/representative of the estate/trust to find out if you will be receiving a form K-1. This is, basically, the income reporting form from the distribution of the assets of the estate/trust and is reported on the recipients 1040. (Think of it as an estate/trusts W-2.) K-1s are often the last tax form a taxpayer receives. To spare yourself the annoyance and expense of amending your return find out if one will be issued before you file.
Cheers