Edit: DO NOT message me a simple hi or hello, with no information about you, Put some effort in to your message like i have, come on. Day+Attempt#200
Hello everyone, Thank you for taking the time to read, I know its long, I know - I know. But its worth the read, Trust me. I appreciate you immensely.
Here's a bit about me,
My name is Jay, I live on the East coast of the US. I'm looking for love - like everyone else on here.., but you may not believe or even be doubtful that I've never had a GF before with me being 26, but its true. I'm simply just not willing to "be with" just anyone and I'm very picky. I want us to be a match, more than just have similar things in common.
One thing I have always been told is that I'm a "Real Catch, I'd be extremely lucky to have someone like you" - WELL THEN TAKE ME. I'M FREE. LOL.
About me:
Physically -
~I'm a semi-tall guy, around 5'10.
~I'm thin but muscular.
~I have dirty blonde/ brown hair.
~Changing colored eyes.
~A voice nice enough to melt all your safeguards and get right into your heart and weak spots.
~I do not have any tattoos or piercings. Though I would like to get some eventually.
If you'd like to see a picture of me just ask and I'll show you - IF I may see you as well, I simply just don't want a picture of me out there for anyone to see.
-If there's anything else you'd like to know just ask.
Otherwise -
~I do have 3 pet bunnies I would be more than happy to show you, they are extremely cute.
~I'm a very honest and down to earth guy.
~I'm very patient and easy going.
~I'm very curious and inquisitive. I will try to ask everything I can to learn all about you haha.
~I'm Very VERY Kind & Caring, I will probably ask how you are feeling a bajillion times a day, simply out of care for you.
~I can get pretty clingy, and will always want your attention and to be talking with you. If i have someone im interested in i wont want to talk to anyone else🤷‍♂️
~I'm very trustworthy - you can confide in me, and entrust your deepest secrets and I wont tell a soul.
~I'm a HUGE hopeless romantic, im old fashioned and will always try to impress you.
- I'm, a BIG softie even though I may look a smol bit intimidating, but I'd do just about anything to see you smile or laugh. And yes.., I do mean anything.
~I'm a big goof - I will get up to some silly shenanigans ALL the time, I will crack dumb jokes and send you memes and tik toks just to make you happy, even if its from across the room I'd wait to see your reaction lol.
~I'm extremely loyal, and would never even think of cheating.
~I will cook for you, and clean up too, even around the house, I'm very self productive and don't ask for much. Just don't forget to kiss the cook.
~I'd also love to just cuddle up and watch a movie or read a book together, anything to get us closer. Id try to take you out on dates whenever possible haha. I have a million SUPER romantic date ideas I have but have never had anyone interested enough in me to take out. Here's your chance ;)
~I will always want to share stuff I find interesting with you, and try to share every moment of every day with you. I'm not looking for someone who can only talk for a small amount of time, I want someone who's willing to put in all the effort I put into them back into me, it goes both ways. If I'm "with" someone you are my TOP priority nobody and nothing else would be. You would be the only person I'd truly want to talk to, so rest assured I would NEVER cheat, even more so because no one is interested in me - Hence why I'm here hahaha.
I'm sure there is more to me than this snippet but I cant think of more at the moment haha, so get to know me and find out more about me.
Some of my interests are: Engineering- I'm a nerd. I admit it. I love being technical and hands on, I love building things. All kinds of things, from furniture, machinery, and reverse engineering anything I find. I love learning how things work and trying to improve things.
Music - I prefer music with a very fast pace, or with some very meaningful lyrics I can relate to. I love to sing along to music and songs that have a deep meaning behind it I can sympathize with makes it all the better. Some bands I like are: Bad Omens, Beartooth, Demon Hunter, MIW, I9K - The list goes on. I'm a bit of a metalhead unfortunately.
TV Shows & Movies - I love watching shows, and I'd love to stream some shows and have some E-dates with you, to get to know you, or if you are close to me, maybe we could do it in person. Some shows I like or more of the Fantasy/Sci-Fi, Comedy, Action, stuff like: National Treasure, Halo, BattleBots, Rick and Morty, AHS, Anything Marvel or DC, The Witcher, Wednesday, The Sandman, The Magicians, The Umbrella Academy, ETC.
Gaming - Yes yes I know, Basic guy likes basic stuff. But gaming has been a thing for me since forever. I know most of you wont care or want to hear that, but I'll leave out the specifics on this part unless you are interested in that, MEGA Bonus points if you are.
Here's a lists of Cons to dating me-
~I'm not Ryan Reynolds. Disappointing, I know.
~I will fight you on what goes on pizza lol.
~I'm not rich.., Yet.
~I can't pronounce Worcestershire.
~I'm slightly forgetful, but with good reasoning.
~(Not really a con but- some might disagree) I still have ALL of my firsts, Do with that what you will c:
~I've got an endless pile of love and affection and no one to give it to! What a dilemma! Help me fix it?
Other than that I'll save the rest for a bit more of getting to know each other.
Here's a bit of what I'm looking in you:
~Preferably someone with lots of free time, and loves to chit chat. I'm seriously not interested in getting 1 message a day. Though I understand people get busy, I personally am not willing to try to learn about you and form something with 7 responses a week. Effort gets reciprocated and I appreciate the time you put in me.
~Physically: -I’m not personally attracted to anyone who’s “curvy/ chubby”, I apologize. Not a shallow thing, I just dont have the attraction chemical in my brain for that, I’m sorry. -If you’re shorter than me, thats a plus to me. -I love dimples, if you have those when you smile, bonus points 😊 - I’m not sure what else to put.., but as for nsfw wise find out😂
~I'm a sucker for a different accent other than American, and if you have an Posh English accent you have already won my heart.
~I'm also only really looking for someone within the ages of 18-35. I don't want anyone old enough to be my mom lol.
~I'd prefer (But not a must) people NOT on the other side of the world, as other time zones SUCK. I don't expect to find anyone who also has never had a boyfriend either, but that would be a real plus. I also don't mind a LDR, but I don't want that forever. But it gives us time to get to know each other.
But as for attributes I'm looking for in you:
~Someone who is above all else very very Loyal and would never cheat.
~Someone who is Honest, and will tell me the truth over a little white lie.
~Someone who is Kind & Caring, who'd constantly check on me, and accept me for who I am & help me improve day to day.
~Someone who is trustworthy, and I can count on to keep my secrets safe, or even just help me remember things.., I do tend to be somewhat forgetful.
~Someone who is very Patient and wants to see me succeed and will help me do so, just like I would help you. Even if its small day to day things, I would appreciate your company ANY time.
~I want a partner who is Affectionate, can reciprocate, and loves to snuggle and talk about their day, and what their interests are, and what makes them happy.
~Someone who can admit they get clingy or overprotective is a bonus.
~A partner with good communication is key, if something wrong we have to be able to talk about it.
~A partner who likes to game with me or at least watch me play would be a plus but not a requirement.
~Someone with a good sense of humor and like to joke around, I am a big goof after all and I love to joke around. Sending memes is always appreciated and good to cheer people up too!
~I'd prefer someone with the same music taste, but not a requirement, Plus if you wouldn't mind if I send you love songs occasionally that's a bonus, or sending me some back haha.
~Being willing to voice call is a must, Texting forever is not the way to go. I have to know what your voice is like haha, later on we can video call if you are comfortable with that. I prefer chatting on Discord because Reddit messages of any kind I'm sure you know are unreliable and sucky in general. So please send me your discord if you have one :)
~I would LOVE to see picture of your pets if you have any. Bonus points if it includes your beautiful self haha.
I'm sure there is more I'm looking for but I cant think of it right now haha, I will have to edit this when I think of it.
Please tell me about you as an opener! I told you a good bit about me, now its your turn haha.
Tell me some things like -
~What's your name?
~Where are you from?
~How old are you?
~What are your hobbies / interests?
~What about my post interested you?
~Where is my TV Remote?!
~Selfie? Pet pics?
~Hit me with your best joke or meme :)
~What's your favorite candy?
I'd LOVE to get to know you, and see where things go.
But yeah, I know it was long I'm sorry haha. Send me a message and lets get to know each other! :)

Hi all- does anyone who has been through school have a recommendation or thoughts on how they would've set up a tech stack to stay organized? I'm heading to Booth this fall and know I'll have access to the Microsoft Suite of products. I'll also be involved on a nonprofit board back home, managing our home as we transition it into a rental property, etc. So I'm looking at not just keeping my schoolwork organized.
I'm most familiar with Asana and could see that being a pretty good solve to keep on top of various deadlines, etc. based on each class, recruiting, etc then keeping my notes for class in OneNote. But I'm also wondering about Notion. Any other ideas or softwares people liked using?

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Harnessing Your Relocated Chart for Online Business
Your relocated chart can unveil hidden potentials and strengthen your abilities in the online business realm:
Key House Positions for E-Commerce:

• 10th House (Career and Public Standing): A robust 10th house can significantly boost your online business, enhancing your public image and reputation, which are vital for brand trust and recognition.
• 2nd House (Income and Values): Positive influences here can suggest profitable online business ventures and effective financial management strategies.
• 3rd House (Communication): Essential for digital commerce, a strong 3rd house can aid in crafting compelling marketing and engaging effectively with customers.
• 11th House (Community and Networks): A well-aspected 11th house can be a boon for online business, enhancing your ability to connect with customers, tap into social networks, and build a loyal community around your brand.

Influential Planetary Aspects for E-Commerce:

• Mercury for Communication: Beneficial Mercury aspects can sharpen online business communication, crucial for marketing and customer interactions.
• Jupiter for Expansion: Positive Jupiter aspects can bring growth and good fortune, expanding your business reach.
• Venus for Relationships and Aesthetics: Harmonious aspects to Venus can be great for customer relations and ensuring your products have strong aesthetic appeal.

Planetary Combinations Favoring Online Entrepreneurs:

• Mercury-Jupiter: Supports business expansion and seizing new opportunities in the digital market.
• Sun-Venus: Enhances brand image and attractiveness to customers.
• Mars-Saturn: Provides the drive and discipline necessary for long-term business success.

Astrocartography for E-Commerce
Astrocartography can reveal geographical locations where planetary energies align with your business aspirations:

• Mercury Lines for Communication: Ideal for enhancing online communication, a key in digital marketing and customer engagement.
• Jupiter Lines for Growth: Can bring opportunities for expanding your business reach and tapping into new markets.
• Venus Lines for Harmonious Transactions: Supportive for customer relationships and ensuring your products are appealing.

Integrating Relocated Chart and Astrocartography
Combining insights from your relocated chart and astrocartography can identify locations that foster both creative inspiration for your online store and the practical business acumen needed for success. For instance, a strong Mercury in the relocated chart, combined with a Jupiter line in astrocartography, could indicate a prime location for business expansion and effective communication.
Natal Chart Considerations for Online Business Success
Your natal chart is the foundation of your entrepreneurial potential. Key aspects to consider:

• Natal 2nd, 3rd, 10th, and 11th Houses: Insights into your inherent business skills, communication abilities, career potential, and networking prowess.
• Natal Mercury, Jupiter, and Venus: Their placements can reveal innate talents in commerce, expansion, and customer relationships.
• Aspects to the Midheaven: Influence your career path and public reputation, crucial for online business.

For those embarking on or running an online store, astrology offers valuable insights into the optimal environments and strategies for success. By understanding the astrological influences of different locations and their interaction with your natal chart, you can align your business strategies with the cosmic forces. Remember, while astrology provides a unique perspective, the success of your online venture also depends on your hard work, adaptability, and commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

To preface this post, I want to give the disclaimer that like many things, there is not a black and white answer the question. I'm writing this as an experienced tech professional, and the information provided is based on opinion.
To start with. A little bit of history..
The golden age of software engineering(and similar jobs) is over. At least for the next 5 - 10 years. I don't think this is an unpopular opinion. The reason why between the years of 2010 - 2022, these jobs exploded, was because of the boom of the internet for commercial and personal use.
This is different from the dotcom boom of 2000s, where the internet was just starting and most of the products being created were for basic things like: putting banking on the internet, putting videos on the internet, etc.
The boom in the 2010s was related to the widespread popularity of commercial and personal products. Things like Uber, Spotify, and Salesforce. With the sudden increased usage of the digital world, there were MILLIONS of companies rushing to create digital products.
However, we're starting to see the rise and fall of some of these products, millions of startups failings, and less VC funding. In case you don't know, VC stands for Venture Capital, which are basically investment companies that give money to other companies to help them grow and develop, in return for partial ownership of the company.
As the industry began to mature, successful companies started to emerge, and many more started to fail.
The present day..
Software engineering and like jobs will continue to be important, and there will be a high demands for these engineers. Nearly every company will still need a website, a place to manage their data, and people to manage their hardware. BUT.. the basic technologies they need to run their company will become more efficient. AND there will be less research and innovation because the a lot of the trial and error already occurred.
We're in a weird spot where the demand for workers is now decreasing from it's recent peaks, and the supply of workers is now increasing because of how all the benefits of being a software engineer in the past decade.
This has really unfortunate consequences for any recent graduates or others trying to break into the tech field. There are WAY more beginning career people than jobs available. Which is made even worse with the amount of layoffs there are, where mid-level employees are now having to settle for entry level jobs.
What can we do?
I have two pieces of advice for people interested in the topic, or wanting to break into the field but can't. Try breaking in from a adjacent field, where you can get some exposure to tech. Things that data entry, analytics(this can be finance, supply chain etc). Then try to learn as much as you can from the tech people at your company.
The second piece of advice. Go into a different field. Software engineering is not for everyone. You have to learn and understand some relatively complex topics, and it's becoming harder and harder to be competitive in the industry. Healthcare, supply chain, and many other industries are booming right now.
Understanding history, you can see that certain industries will rise and fall. For the near future, technology might be one of the harder careers to break into. Something like healthcare would be that's expected to grow exponentially. The average population of the world is getting older, as less and less people are wanting to have kids. There will be higher demand for healthcare professionals and healthcare technology.
Do your best to review and understand these trends, and hopefully you can create a good life and career. Best of luck!
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My first year of teaching was a disaster from beginning to end. I know most teachers’ first year is the worst and you feel like you don’t know what you’re doing bc you don’t know what you’re doing and there’s so much pressure. Etc.
Even beyond the more typical misery was a lot of personal life tumult and turmoil and trauma and chaos going on, including a debilitating (somewhat unofficial but more or less confirmed based on symptoms) diagnosis I have to live with now without having much insight as to prognosis. And a lot more discomfort involving loved ones.
Reflecting on this year is almost as traumatic as the experience itself. I had next to zero support, with the exception of about 2 weeks under the guidance of an amazing master teacher. But that was it. The morale at the school was beneath rock bottom. Every single day was worse than the day before. I tried to go in positive. But with very few exceptions, everyone was miserable and no one tried to hide it. People were directly rude to me, condescending, sarcastic, openly comtemptful, angry, hated the kids and cursed about them and screamed at them (“shut UP!!!!” “MORON! GET OUT!” “You’re STUPID, I should have LET that student hit you!” “I woulda hit you in the face too if you’d done something like that to me!” Just a few quotes off the top of my head, not to mention one slamming the door on my sped teacher’s face along with our sped students, which the principal did absolutely nothing about despite his friendship with the sped teacher). Discipline/behavior was an absolute JOKE. I think I’ve painted an accurate picture of how awful it was.
I guessed my way through everything but did my absolute best and figured everything out. A bit of productive struggle and hey, by the end of the year I was an expert in a lot of things I knew nothing about months earlier. My rapport with my students was great, to give myself some credit. They loved me. Albeit too much—they thought of my softness as a doormat. They felt free and liberated in my classroom bc I seldom raised my voice. Unfortunately what they’re accustomed to is only listening when yelled at, and as a new teacher, I did not have better tools to manage classroom behavior, beyond building relationships, and my class was a bit out of control. It became all about getting through the curriculum through the 3rd quarter.
My benchmark scores went up, which was pretty amazing considering everything. However at the very beginning of the 4th quarter my principal informed me that he wasn’t renewing my contract and that he would never let me teach 4th grade again, that “I don’t know if I would ever let you teach any grade level, maybe try pre-k—you get nap time and someone is always with you.” So he wrote off my career as an elementary teacher after just a few months of teaching. I could go in about how he had covertly brought in his very own former student (who had only recently began prepping to take the Praxis) as my replacement, unofficially “employed” but “technically not.” But I don’t want to get into that, as furious as it made me. I just stopped writing lesson plans bc no way was I gonna train her for free when they gave me zero support through the year.
I had way more bad days than good—the kids and my para got me through it! I was grateful for that. They were wonderful and I miss them. But I was made to feel incompetent. I slowly started to realize that him booting me was a blessing in disguise, especially after learning how many students I’d have had next year. And some other changes that won’t be helpful.
There’s also a lot of BS going on in our state regarding education. So things are not exactly going to get easier. Alas, I need a paycheck and I went to school and passed praxis to be a teacher. I’m 44 so it’s not like I have many options.
But I did actually finally get an interview at a library last week! I’d applied for 6 years and never got so much as a phone call. Unfortunately it’s part time and drastically less pay (which is honestly pitiful). And it would take me years to make close to what I make now. And I was just getting into certification so as a teacher I’d get a $10k raise. Buuut I really don’t want to miss a rare opportunity to get my foot in the door at the library!
I’ve got dozens of job offers in my district. I had 6 principals call me and email me yesterday alone! I know I could make decent money. But I don’t want to turn down the library job, which absolutely would not cut it financially.
I forgot to mention a key component of this dilemma: Teaching is extremely overstimulating to me. I’m autistic/adhd. This was part of my misery. Between my loud a/c units in my classroom and the kids noises desks constantly clanking and kids constantly talking over me etc etc etc, and the awful attitudes of most coworkers and all the other stuff, I barely made it to the end of the year. I know most of us actually feel that way, but my day to day in the classroom is beyond awful. I cried constantly, I had panic attacks going in every single morning during the 4th quarter after years of reduced panic attacks, most days I felt frustrated, and some days I even had moments where I could not even talk anymore and had to go home (these days where at least one kid told me to “Shut the f- - k up b-tch!” or fought or both plus admin treated me like crap and I had enough). Not to mention spending entire weekends and weeknights writing lesson plans, creating lessons, grading, entering grades, etc etc etc. All I could think about every day was how much I wished I could get a library job!! I even had a student tell me I would make a better librarian than teacher. She was excited when I got the call about the interview lol.
But what if my next school is better? What if I go in knowing expectations and having a better idea of how to do things and how to establish classroom procedures, what if it’s better? What if it’s stupid to give up on a better paying job? I’d love to get my MLIS but realistically, there aren’t very many librarian jobs and moving isn’t an option. The day to day would almost be worth the paycut. I’ve contemplated doing both, just for one year. I know that sounds nuts, and it’s risky, but what’s more important? My paycheck, or my mental health?! I honestly don’t know! I need the money. But I also need a peaceful environment.
Here are my options:
A) Substitute w library for almost the same money as I made uncertified, which was barely enough
B) Library + teaching full time bc you’re insane and unrealistic
C) Library only + MLIS bc it’s your dream & short term paycut is worth long term happiness.
D) Girl, are you insane?! Teaching only bc it’s the smart move!


FINANCIALS

Period: Q2/2024
Filling Date: 2024-05-31
REVENUE:
Revenue: $942.60M
Gross Profit: $632.00M (67.05%)
Result: $162.50M (ebitda)
EPS: $0.450
Outstanding Shares: 198.90M
BALANCE:
Cash: 112.40M
Debt: 2.71B
FINANCIAL EVALUATION/SCORE:
Financial Score - Altman: 4.03
Financial Score - Piotroski: 7.00
Cooper Companies Inc's price movement correlates with the following stocks:
Ticker Correlation --- --- TXO 0.842 TDS-PU 0.837 PCF 0.817 BMN 0.815 XBI 0.811 PHIN 0.805
Summary Of Last Earnings call:
In the second quarter of 2024, CooperCompanies reported record quarterly revenues, with CooperVision returning to double-digit revenue growth and CooperSurgical posting a solid quarter despite challenges with system upgrades. Key highlights included strong growth in the daily silicone hydrogel portfolio, particularly in toric and multifocal lenses, and ongoing success with MyDay and clariti products. Additionally, the myopia management portfolio, led by MiSight, continued to gain traction.
The company reported improvements in margins and non-GAAP earnings per share of $0.85. Looking ahead, increased revenue and earnings guidance were announced, incorporating the momentum seen in the markets. CooperVision's revenue guidance was raised to reflect improving capacity, while CooperSurgical's organic revenue guidance remained unchanged. The company is focusing on organic investments, debt reduction, and potential acquisitions for capital allocation.
Operational improvements, leverage from prior investment activity, and a strategic focus on efficiency and growth initiatives were identified as key factors driving the strong financial performance. The company has a positive outlook for the future and aims to continue delivering strong revenue growth and consistent operational performance.
Company Description:
The Cooper Companies, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, develops, manufactures, and markets contact lens wearers. The company operates in two segments, CooperVision and CooperSurgical. The CooperVision segment offers spherical lense, including lenses that correct near and farsightedness; and toric and multifocal lenses comprising lenses correcting vision challenges, such as astigmatism, presbyopia, myopia, ocular dryness and eye fatigues in the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. The CooperSurgical segment focuses on family and women's health care, which provides medical devices, fertility, genomics, diagnostics, and contraception to health care professionals and patients worldwide. It offers surgical and office products, including PARAGARD, uterine manipulators, retractors, closure products, point of care products, LEEP products, endosee, and illuminate and fetal pillows; fertility products and services, such as fertility consumables and equipment, and embryo options and preimplantation genetic testing. The Cooper Companies, Inc. was founded in 1958 and is headquartered in San Ramon, California.
Full fundamentals fundamentals for COO here.


FINANCIALS

Period: FY/2024
Filling Date: 2024-05-31
REVENUE:
Revenue: $1.49B
Gross Profit: $806.12M (54.09%)
Result: $-28.53M (ebitda)
EPS: $-0.00590
Outstanding Shares: 609.92M
BALANCE:
Cash: 2.38B
Debt: 239.22M
FINANCIAL EVALUATION/SCORE:
Financial Score - Altman: 4.07
Financial Score - Piotroski: 5.00
TAL Education Group's price movement correlates with the following stocks:
Ticker Correlation --- --- HAFN 0.849
Summary Of Last Earnings call:
TAL Education Group reported strong financial performance for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024, with net revenues increasing by 59.7% and 66.9% year-over-year in U.S. dollar and RMB terms. The company recorded growth in both its Learning Services and Content Solutions businesses, with a focus on providing high-quality learning experiences and innovative products. Key financial highlights include non-GAAP income from operations of $9.4 million for the quarter and $19.7 million for the full fiscal year. TAL Education Group plans to continue expanding its learning center network, investing in artificial intelligence, and refining its operations to enhance efficiency and profitability in fiscal year 2025. Overall, the company remains committed to providing value to users and driving future growth.
Company Description:
TAL Education Group provides K-12 after-school tutoring services in the People's Republic of China. The company offers tutoring services to K-12 students covering various academic subjects, including mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, history, geography, political science, English, and Chinese. It provides tutoring services primarily through small-class services under the Xueersi, Xueersi Online School, First Leap, Tipaipai, Xiaohou AI, Xiaohoucode, Aiqidao, Mamabang, Kaoyanbang, and Shunshunliuxue brand names; and personalized premium services under Izhikang name. The company also operates jzb.com, an online education platform; provides investment management and consulting services; develops and sells software and networks, as well as related consulting services; and sells educational materials and products. TAL Education Group was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.
Full fundamentals fundamentals for TAL here.

I have been applying to consultant roles like crazy and I'm not making any headway. Can anyone think of ways I can improve what I have below or what other career avenues I should pursue?
EXPERIENCE
Homecare Homebase, LLC, Dallas, TX Implementation Training Consultant, Jan 2022 - Present
Provide quality implementations and ensure the adoption of products within health agencies across the country,
Guide customers and internal training teams through the deployment of the software for multi-site locations across the United States, Lead clients through training of the software and support clients throughout onsite and remote deployment,
Assist in making customizations to clinical content (i.e., visit types, pathways, and assessments) to ensure the environment is ready for testing and training,
Collaborate with internal staff on training preparations for assigned projects, including completing preparation of training database prior to customer deployment,
Communicate effectively and understand the customer's needs, goals, and strategies, as well as communicate those needs to the internal HCHB project team for action and/or resolution,
Independently researching customer inquiries and determining sources of issues. Independently researching data functionality and reporting problems to the customer support team with needed steps for customer resolution,
Maintaining product knowledge as new enhancements and functionality are released in the application,
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS, DIVISION OF ADVANCEMENT, Denton, Texas Student Assistant, May 2019 - Aug 2020
Operate office equipment such as fax machines, copiers, and phone systems, and use computers for spreadsheets, word processing, database management, and other applications,
Answer telephones and give information to callers, take messages, or transfer calls to appropriate individuals,
Set up and maintain paper and electronic filing systems for records, correspondence, and other material,
Maintained scheduling and event calendars, Operate electronic mail systems and coordinate the flow of information, internally or with other organizations,
CORELOGIC, Irving, TX Operations Specialist, Jul 2014 - Jul 2018
Conducts research of data, perform factual analyses of loan histories to assess appropriate resolution and compile all corresponding supporting documentation for review,
Leverage all available resources such as existing databases, third-party sources, and/or public information on the internet,
Utilize tools to analyze, query, and manipulate data according to defined business procedures,
Extract and enter appropriate data onto application, other form, or database, Process payments that may require preparing, balancing, and submitting complex wire disbursements for mass manual payments,
Proofread documents for grammatical, mathematical, typographical, and composition errors adhering to standards and guidelines, Perform root cause analyses of all discovered errors in order to identify areas requiring development or enhancement of training, policy, or procedures,
Adhere to all required company and client driven Service Level Agreements, Perform duties such as maintaining all levels of files, searching and investigating information contained in files, processing departmental documents requiring more specific knowledge of functional operations, and entering report results into tracking systems,
Track progress and provide status report to management on achievement of daily and weekly team goals,
Act as Subject Matter Expert on internal and client projects, making recommendations to these processes,
Able to develop and maintain business relationships with individuals representing other departments and/or representing outside organizations,
Maintain detailed and comprehensive records for all complaints, including error findings, during the complaint investigation process and document corrective actions taken,
EDUCATION
University of North Texas Denton, TX
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) History (Apr 2021) GPA: 3.2
University of North Texas Denton, TX
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Digital and Print Journalism (Apr 2021) GPA: 3.2
Relevant Coursework: Strategic Social Media, Principles of Public Relations, Applied Design for Advertising and Public Relations,
ADDITIONAL SKILLS Microsoft Office MSP Fiserve Black Knight HTML Search Engine Optimization Adobe Suite Oracle ERP BlackLine

In scientific research and experimentation, laboratory instruments play an important role in enabling precise measurement and accuracy of liquids. Among so many liquid handling instruments, pipettes and burettes are commonly used for measuring and dispensing accurate volumes of liquids. Although there is a similarity among the usage of pipettes and burettes, yet they differ significantly in their design, usage, and applications. It’s reasonable to understand these differences for selecting the appropriate instrument for various laboratory tasks.

Design & Structure

For Pipettes:

• Structure: Pipettes are typically slender, cylindrical tubes that come in various designs, including single-channel, multi-channel, and electronic pipettes. They are generally handheld and designed for ease of use and precision.
• Tip: Pipette tips are usually made of plastic, which are attached to the end of the pipette for easier usage. This design helps prevent cross-contamination between samples.
• Volume Measurement: Pipettes are often pre-calibrated to measure fixed or adjustable volumes. Micropipettes, for example, can measure very small volumes (microliters), making them ideal for applications requiring high precision.

For Burettes:

• Structure: Burettes are long, graduated glass tubes with a stopcock at the bottom. The graduations allow for precise measurement of liquid volumes.
• Stopcock: The stopcock controls the release of liquid, allowing for fine adjustments to the flow. This feature is crucial for titration experiments, where precise control over the amount of liquid dispensed.
• Volume Measurement: Burettes are designed to measure variable volumes with high accuracy as a liquid handling equipment. The graduated markings along the length of the burette allow for precise readings, typically to the nearest 0.01 milliliters.

Usage and Applications

For Pipettes:

• Applications: Pipettes are widely used in biological, chemical, and medical laboratories for tasks such as transferring liquids, preparing solutions, and conducting assays. They are particularly useful in experiments requiring the transfer of small, precise volumes of liquid.
• Operation: To use a pipette, the user attaches a disposable pipette tip, aspirates the desired volume by pressing the plunger, and dispenses the liquid by releasing the plunger. Automatic pipettes enhance this process, by allowing precision, accuracy and efficiency.

For Burettes:

• Applications: Burettes are primarily used in titration experiments, where the precise measurement of a liquid reagent is essential to determine the concentration of an unknown solution. They are commonly used in analytical chemistry, pharmaceuticals, and food science.
• Operation: To use a burette, the user fills it with the titrant (the solution of known concentration), then carefully releases the liquid through the stopcock into the analyte (the solution being tested). The volume of titrant dispensed is read from the graduated markings on the burette.

Key Differences

1. Precision and Volume Range: Pipettes are designed for dispensing small, precise volumes, often in microliters, making them ideal for tasks requiring high accuracy. Burettes, on the other hand, are designed for larger volumes, typically ranging from 10 to 100 milliliters, and are used when precise control over the dispensed volume is needed.
2. Ease of Use: Pipettes are generally easier to use, with simpler operation and quicker handling. Burettes require more careful handling and attention to detail, especially during titrations.
3. Disposability: You can use disposable pipette tip, which helps prevent contamination and simplifies clean-up. Burettes, being made of glass, require thorough cleaning and maintenance to ensure accuracy.

Conclusion

Talking specifically about liquid handling instruments, both pipettes and burettes are essential tools in the laboratory. Pipettes excel in tasks requiring the transfer of small, precise volumes, while burettes are indispensable for titration experiments and the measurement of larger volumes with high precision. More so, by understanding the differences between these instruments helps scientists and technicians choose the right tool for their needs, ensuring accurate and reliable results in their experiments and lab work.

Have you ever wondered what you can do to get rid of that pesky stomach ache or bloated feeling?
If so, you’re in luck. Today, we’re highlighting some helpful tips that can treat common digestive problems.

7 Natural Gut Health Hacks:

1) Drink Water in the Morning

Drinking water in the morning, especially before eating, can improve your digestion. Water helps break down the food you eat, which allows your body to absorb key nutrients. Drinking water also softens stools and can prevent constipation.
What’s more, drinking water before meals can help you feel fuller and avoid overeating.
Don’t limit your water consumption to one part of the day, though! Sipping water throughout the day can keep you hydrated and support optimal digestion.

2) Chew Your Food Slowly

Chewing your food is the first part of the digestive process. Chewing slowly promotes the breakdown of food into tiny particles. This makes it easier for your body to absorb the nutrients in food.
The production of saliva during chewing also signals the upper muscle in your stomach to relax. This allows food to enter your stomach more easily.
Interestingly, one study found that chewing your food slowly can satisfy hunger cravings and reduce food consumption between meals.
But that’s not all. Chewing your food slowly can also prevent you from swallowing excess air. This is a common cause of bloating.

3) Drink Herbal Teas

Peppermint oil is a natural treatment for:

• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
• Functional dyspepsia
• Childhood functional abdominal pain
• Post-operative nausea

Peppermint oil relaxes the smooth muscle in the gastrointestinal tract, reduces visceral pain, inhibits the growth of pathogens, and prevents gut inflammation.
Chamomile can treat symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). In fact, combining chamomile with myrrh and coffee charcoal can extend the remission phase in people with ulcerative colitis. Research shows this herbal blend is just as effective as the drug mesalamines.
Ginger is a popular treatment for:

• Nausea
• Heartburn
• Flatulence
• Diarrhea
• Loss of appetite

Incredibly, ginger has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticancer properties that may also reduce the risk of gastrointestinal cancers. Studies show that ginger prevents the growth and spread of cancer cells in liver cancer, pancreatic cancer, colorectal cancer, and gastric cancer.

4) Consume Fruit by Itself

Consuming fruit by itself at least an hour before or after a meal can aid digestion and provide your body with a quick source of energy and nutrients. This is because fruit is the fastest digesting food.
Eating fruit with slow-digesting foods such as starches and proteins can slow down the digestive process. This can lead to uncomfortable symptoms such as bloating, indigestion, and flatulence.
However, you can still enjoy fruit with other foods on occasion. Green leafy vegetables also digest more quickly and can be eaten with fruit without any side effects. Being mindful of your food combination choices may help alleviate digestive problems.

5) Eat Fiber-Rich Foods

Eating fiber-rich foods can naturally boost your gut health. Fiber is the indigestible plant material found in fruit, vegetables, legumes, grains, nuts, and seeds.
Fiber bulks up stools and makes them easier to pass. This can normalize bowel movements and prevent both constipation and diarrhea. Adding more fiber-rich foods to your diet can also reduce your risk of the following:

• Diverticulitis
• Hemorrhoids
• Gallstones
• Kidney stones
• Colon cancer
• Acid reflux
• Ulcers.

For all my edu bros, start to think on this.
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/education/products/microsoft-365-storage-options
If you are a district with muitiple schools in your tenant, this is going to be rough.
Time to split that tenant up and manage via 365dsc.

Truth and Beauty offers a range of standout skincare products, and some of the names are:
I. C Radiance Serum
Vitamin C serum offers numerous benefits for the skin, making it a popular choice for skincare routines. Some of the key benefits of using Truth and Beauty C Radiance Serum on the face include:
1. Brightening: Vitamin C is known for its ability to brighten the skin and improve overall complexion, helping to reduce the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation.
2. Collagen production: Vitamin C is essential for collagen synthesis, which helps maintain skin firmness and elasticity and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
3. Antioxidant protection: Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage caused by environmental stressors such as pollution and UV radiation.
4. Hydration: Vitamin C serum can help to hydrate and plump the skin, promoting a more youthful and radiant complexion.
5. Even skin tone: Regular use of vitamin C serum can help to even out skin tone and reduce redness, resulting in a more uniform and balanced complexion.
Overall, incorporating a vitamin C serum into your skincare routine can help improve your skin's overall health and appearance.
II. Porebright Serum
Truth and Beauty Porebright Serum is grabbing a lot of limelight lately. It offers several benefits when used on the face as part of a skincare routine. Some of the key benefits of using azelaic acid on the face include:
1. Acne treatment: Azelaic acid has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, making it effective in treating acne and reducing the occurrence of breakouts.
2. Skin brightening: Azelaic acid can help to fade dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and melasma, leading to a more even skin tone and a brighter complexion.
3. Reduces redness: It can help to calm redness and inflammation associated with conditions such as rosacea, making it beneficial for those with sensitive or reactive skin.
4. Anti-aging effects: Azelaic acid has been shown to have antioxidant properties, which can help to protect the skin from free radical damage and maintain a youthful appearance.
5. Clear pores: It helps to exfoliate the skin and remove dead skin cells, which can prevent clogged pores and reduce the occurrence of blackheads and whiteheads.
So, incorporating Truth and Beauty Porebright Serum into your skincare routine can help address various skin concerns, making it a versatile and beneficial ingredient for many individuals.
III. Smart Ageing Complex
Ageing is a natural process that cannot be controlled. But with the right skincare products, you can slow your skin ageing process and look younger and radiant for longer. It is where Truth and Beauty's Smart Ageing Complex comes into the picture. This stunner offers various benefits like:
1. Reduction of fine lines and wrinkles: This unique complex reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, promoting a smoother complexion.
2. Improved skin firmness and elasticity: This product is formulated to support collagen production and maintain skin elasticity, helping to reduce sagging and promote a more youthful appearance.
3. Brighter and more even skin tone: Bakuchoil, Panax Ginseng, and Centella Asiatica help fade dark spots and hyperpigmentation and improve overall skin tone, resulting in a more radiant complexion.
4. Hydration and moisture retention: Smart Ageing Complex helps hydrate the skin and maintain its moisture barrier, reducing dryness and promoting a plump, supple appearance.
5. Prevents dark spots: Regular application can help prevent the formation of age-related dull spots and blemishes.
Overall, incorporating anti-ageing skincare products into your routine can help to address and prevent signs of ageing, resulting in healthier, more youthful-looking skin over time.

lost on what decent options i have as i am aware of the big KB brands (logitech, SS, roccat ect) and have used many through the years but i cant distinguish between brands i have not heard of that ARE worth looking at and ones that are.... of the cheap and disposable variety, i just basically want more options and am looking for guidance of what other bands/ product lines are a decent use of my money :)
I play esports titles alot and need/want a keyboard that performs consistently well (no crappy keycaps or stabs, decent latency ect.)
i am not too knowledgeable on keyboards as a whole so if i have asked for something that in the end dose not actually matteis unattainable within my budget feel free to correct me.
Thankyou in advance to anyone who takes the time to read or recommend
Pre requisites- (with a total budget of £160 with the ability to go to £180 if i have too.
TKL
Back lit with shine through key caps as standard or an option upon order (dont want to use budget for extra caps, and i need the shine through as i am blind as all fuck and sit in the dark a lot)
solid frame and Linear switches as an option on purchase or at least hot swappable.
ISO layout
available to order online in the uk (i dont want to wait an undisclosed amount of time for shipping haha)
be NOT one of the following: Logitech (hate their switches) Razer, Corseair, (dont like their software and have not had the best experience with build quality of MANY of their products i have had before) Roccat (story to long but fuck Roccat IMO)
aluminium frame would be nice but not 100% needed.
needs to come pre built (buildings things just isnt... my thing) :)
this should be covered by the above but i dont want to have to lube my keys and stabs and whatever and have to take things apart if i dont have too.
colourways are not too important but something that isnt black or white for once in my life would be pretty mint :)