cliffwade, 10 days ago to payday

Today was my first official pay-day as a full-time employee instead of a contractor that I've been for over 8 1/2 years.

It's so nice to get a real paycheck with taxes taken out, benefits taken out and all of that.

Sucks that the government takes so much damn money, but it's going to be much nicer come tax time when I have to file!

#Nova #NovaLauncher #FullTimeEmployee #Branch #Payday #Paid #Paycheck

OC The Future of Remote Work: Opportunities and Challenges

As remote work becomes increasingly prevalent, it's essential to explore both its potential benefits and the challenges it presents. Join the discussion to share insights, experiences, and strategies for navigating the evolving landscape of remote work. From fostering collaboration to maintaining work-life balance, let's delve...

darylbaxter, 2 months ago to free

My #newsletter, called Springboard, is LIVE!

It's #free to sign up for, but there is a #paid tier - this will only go towards a donation at a #mentalhealth charity, as well as hosting costs!

Sign up here: https://darylbaxter.com

This is something that's going to include #gaming, #music, my #books, #emulators, #food, #interviews, and much more over the coming months.

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mattotcha, 3 months ago to college

What Happened After Peter Thiel Paid 271 Students to Drop Out of College?
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