GM's thread about nothing (21 Viewers)

[cosjobs]

Warehouse manager? You need to have numbers (square footage, workers, inventory items, turnover) etx on it.

I think I do have numbers, but charv and K4 can confirm if it's enough

You have workers, inventory items, order volume/wk, but lacking turnover and sq footage. I do like that the training and certifications are there, but I would have liked to see them more highlighted. It's a big selling point IMO, and I would hate people to glance past it.

Should I say that I went from 15K square feet to 35K square feet to 50K square feet to 25K square feet to 17K square feet? I left that part out because it was a downward trend of my company.Turnover is hard for me to define. We pay $10/hour to start so it literally is a revolving door of people searching for $10.50

. Managed space as large a 50k ft, inluding downsizing to more effiient space as needed. imo

 

[cosjobs]

I also don't want to clutter up the thread with my adventures in employment. I'll take PMs, text, emails or GoupMe's if that works better

screw that... If I have to sit through endless droning about baseball, these people can sift through something that's actually important...

Key items in job description (IMO):

Our talented staff delivers outstanding support and customer service to our clients.

[note: you cover this with your resume]

This position is perfect for an energetic person who thrives on managing multiple activities and tasks. If you like variety in your workday, this opportunity is for you!

[note: you cover this with your resume]

*Previous warehouse management and shipping/receiving experience.

*Ability to work well with others and assume a leadership role.

*Possess a hands-on managerial style.

*Ability to assess and implement operations for optimum efficiency.

*Strong follow-up skills and attention to detail.

[note: you cover this with your resume]

You have the skills (on paper at least) to be a front runner for the position, and while the resume has all the info/skills they need it doesn't highlight them. Your cover letter does to some extent, but don't count on everybody seeing the cover letter.

Ok, thank you.At this point, should I be more worried about my cover letter or my resume?

To be honest, I've been looking at my resume for the past 3 years on a week to week basis. The cover letter I wrote while drunk last night.

I thought the cover letter was good.The resume isn't bad either, but it doesn't set you apart or highlights why you are the man.

ETA: I'm not slamming you here at all, you haven't done a bad job at all. I'm just trying to help critique to make it better if needed in the future.

I think the lesson learned is you need to drink and write more often.

Criticism is great as long as it's constructive. So thank you, I take no offense at all.It's hard to separate oneself in the field of warehousing. You either ship accurately and on time or you don't. Your inventory is accurate or it isn't. We'll see what they say, if anything at all...

You should reach out to Drifter for anything warehouse related.

 

[Frostillicus]

I also don't want to clutter up the thread with my adventures in employment. I'll take PMs, text, emails or GoupMe's if that works better

screw that... If I have to sit through endless droning about baseball, these people can sift through something that's actually important...

Key items in job description (IMO):

Our talented staff delivers outstanding support and customer service to our clients.

[note: you cover this with your resume]

This position is perfect for an energetic person who thrives on managing multiple activities and tasks. If you like variety in your workday, this opportunity is for you!

[note: you cover this with your resume]

*Previous warehouse management and shipping/receiving experience.

*Ability to work well with others and assume a leadership role.

*Possess a hands-on managerial style.

*Ability to assess and implement operations for optimum efficiency.

*Strong follow-up skills and attention to detail.

[note: you cover this with your resume]

You have the skills (on paper at least) to be a front runner for the position, and while the resume has all the info/skills they need it doesn't highlight them. Your cover letter does to some extent, but don't count on everybody seeing the cover letter.

Ok, thank you.At this point, should I be more worried about my cover letter or my resume?

To be honest, I've been looking at my resume for the past 3 years on a week to week basis. The cover letter I wrote while drunk last night.

I thought the cover letter was good.The resume isn't bad either, but it doesn't set you apart or highlights why you are the man.

ETA: I'm not slamming you here at all, you haven't done a bad job at all. I'm just trying to help critique to make it better if needed in the future.

I think the lesson learned is you need to drink and write more often.

Criticism is great as long as it's constructive. So thank you, I take no offense at all.It's hard to separate oneself in the field of warehousing. You either ship accurately and on time or you don't. Your inventory is accurate or it isn't. We'll see what they say, if anything at all...

You should reach out to Drifter for anything warehouse related.

He'll probably accuse you of not really being a warehouse manager though.

 

[Tiger Fan]

;

I've never made a resume. I'll read it.

 

[Tiger Fan]

Did you include a section for interests that included "post on a fantasy football message board in the off topic forum"??

off topic thread in off topic forum/Xzhibit

 

[Abraham]

Did you include a section for interests that included "post on a fantasy football message board in the off topic forum"??

off topic thread in off topic forum/Xzhibit

I have Fbg staff (9 years) on mine.

 

[Tiger Fan]

One hour wait for a haircut here at Sportclips. Just spent the last 50 minutes in a bar. Slap it high?

barclips down?

 

[krista4]

I've been doing a ####ty job at job-hunting. Some sort of self-sabotage. Anyway, one of the people I had blown off since Thursday is a guy who actually interviewed for a job at my company. He would have been a peer of mine, and we absolutely loved him, but then we went into a hiring freeze and before being unfrozen, he found a General Counsel job at a company that does very cool work and is more than twice our size. So good for him.He and I had kept in touch as I was in charge of the hiring and we got along great. A month ago he reached out as they had a job available I might like, except it really was too junior for me. We chatted but that was that. Thursday he e-mailed me that he wanted to "run some thoughts by" me. I blew it off until today but finally called him. Turns out he has been spending his time figuring out how to restructure their legal department to form a job that would be appealing to me. He described a couple of possibilities and asked if I'd be interested. I had pretty much crossed this off my list but am now going to be mired in more confusion. Rye Brook, NY, by the way. Certainly it would be the biggest ####-you to my current company that I could give, since the fact of this random hiring freeze (we fought like crazy to get this position, which is a key one, unfrozen) is what caused him not to be with us in the first place. And there's a lot of satisfaction in that, though it might wear off after, say, six or seven years. Also it's nice to feel so wanted.

 

[T Bell]

One hour wait for a haircut here at Sportclips. Just spent the last 50 minutes in a bar. Slap it high?

barclips down?

Local barbershops down? I just walked into mine and sat down with my boy, Reuben.

 

[Abraham]

I go to knockouts. Beer, head massage, shampoo and a cut for $25

 

[strykerpks]

stryker, looks like you've already received tons of great advice on the resume and cover letter. Sorry I didn't review more quickly. The only thing I'd add is that the cover letter should cover a bit more pointedly why this company and this position are desirable to you.

Thanks, I thought that exact same thing right after I hit "send"

Managed space as large a 50k ft, inluding downsizing to more effiient space as needed. imo

Noted and updated. Thanks!

 

[Mr. Pickles]

Did you include a section for interests that included "post on a fantasy football message board in the off topic forum"??

I have that as my job.

 

[Mr. Pickles]

One hour wait for a haircut here at Sportclips. Just spent the last 50 minutes in a bar. Slap it high?

barclips down?

Handjobclips is where it's at.

 

[St. Louis Bob]

;

I've never made a resume. I'll read it.

Me either. Read quite a few though.

 

[St. Louis Bob]

One hour wait for a haircut here at Sportclips. Just spent the last 50 minutes in a bar. Slap it high?

barclips down?

Handjobclips is where it's at.

 

[Tiger Fan]

TF, would love to know the good, the bad, the ins and outs of living in New Orleans. Chicago makes a lot more sense, but I keep being drawn back to the idea of living in New Orleans instead.

Hmm...where to start:Good-Culture/people: It's a European city that happens to be in the US. You have great architecture, it's a walking city (at it's core), etc. People take immense pride in the city. When you tell them that you moved there b/c you've visted a few times, they'll eat that #### right up and you'll have new best friends-food, nightlife, music etc are top notch. There is literally always something going...and sometimes too many things that make it a hard decision. Literally something for everyone. This is the reason people come to new orleans and stay.-Cost of living: Not as cheap as Texas, but it's pretty good for a major city. And since you can afford to buy NBA players old houses, assume you can find something great here that's in walking distance of a ton.-Weather (see also, ugly): October - May are pretty awesome if you don't like the cold. I think over the past 2 years, I've worn a heavy jacket maybe 5 times. Bad-You're a lawyer, and we're the only state that follows the Napoleonic code...but I assume you already know this...so i would assume this would require an additional "test" or something on your part -While New Orelans itself is a liberal city, you're surrounded by a lot of red; which isn't bad in and of itself...but there are a lot of "old school" people who come an work in the city. Folks who moved out of NOLA over the course of a few decades to "get cheaper land", which really meant "get away from the black people". Now for the most part, these people are getting old and the sheer quantity of them is dwindling...but there are some that have passed down their views to their kids...which sucks. I imagine there is some of that in Memphis as well, so I assume you know what I'm talking about. It sucks, but it's not like its a majority of the people by any means.-Crime - if you were to look up the stats, this would be under ugly...but as long as you know the areas to stay away from, you should be fineUgly-It's hot as #### b/w June and September. Like step outside and you're sweating hot. I don't mind it, but I assume I'm in the minority hereHopefully, that's a good start. For what it's worth, the goods far outweigh the bads. I had a colleague move to Houston for a 70% increase and much more opportunity, with a lower cost of living. I didn't even think twice about contacting his recruiter.I can give you much more ins and outs, but would probably need a little more background first. Feel free to ask any other questions you may have.

 

[St. Louis Bob]

Two adult movies, two nights in a row. We haven't been to a movie that hasn't been animated in a while. They did a great CGI job on President Lincoln though, looked just like him. Saw Hansel & Gretal tonight. Stupid & immature, sure, but it was fun. I loaded the flask Tecumseh gave me with vodka (man I miss doing that) for both movies. I mixed it with a Sprite during Lincoln but the theater was packed and I couldn't mix it properly. So tonight I'm going to be smart and just mix it in the bathroom when one of the kids working there walks in. He see's me pouring the vodka in and I can tell he is thinking about saying something, so I put the flask away as I looked him dead in the eyes with sort of a crazy look on my face, and walked out. *1000

 

[St. Louis Bob]

TF, would love to know the good, the bad, the ins and outs of living in New Orleans. Chicago makes a lot more sense, but I keep being drawn back to the idea of living in New Orleans instead.

Hmm...where to start:Good-Culture/people: It's a European city that happens to be in the US. You have great architecture, it's a walking city (at it's core), etc. People take immense pride in the city. When you tell them that you moved there b/c you've visted a few times, they'll eat that #### right up and you'll have new best friends-food, nightlife, music etc are top notch. There is literally always something going...and sometimes too many things that make it a hard decision. Literally something for everyone. This is the reason people come to new orleans and stay.-Cost of living: Not as cheap as Texas, but it's pretty good for a major city. And since you can afford to buy NBA players old houses, assume you can find something great here that's in walking distance of a ton.-Weather (see also, ugly): October - May are pretty awesome if you don't like the cold. I think over the past 2 years, I've worn a heavy jacket maybe 5 times. Bad-You're a lawyer, and we're the only state that follows the Napoleonic code...but I assume you already know this...so i would assume this would require an additional "test" or something on your part -While New Orelans itself is a liberal city, you're surrounded by a lot of red; which isn't bad in and of itself...but there are a lot of "old school" people who come an work in the city. Folks who moved out of NOLA over the course of a few decades to "get cheaper land", which really meant "get away from the black people". Now for the most part, these people are getting old and the sheer quantity of them is dwindling...but there are some that have passed down their views to their kids...which sucks. I imagine there is some of that in Memphis as well, so I assume you know what I'm talking about. It sucks, but it's not like its a majority of the people by any means.-Crime - if you were to look up the stats, this would be under ugly...but as long as you know the areas to stay away from, you should be fineUgly-It's hot as #### b/w June and September. Like step outside and you're sweating hot. I don't mind it, but I assume I'm in the minority hereHopefully, that's a good start. I can give you much more ins and outs, but would probably need a little more background first. Feel free to ask any other questions you may have.

Y'all have also been stealing out bricks since Katrina. Bastards.

 

[T Bell]

Two adult movies, two nights in a row. We haven't been to a movie that hasn't been animated in a while. They did a great CGI job on President Lincoln though, looked just like him. Saw Hansel & Gretal tonight. Stupid & immature, sure, but it was fun. I loaded the flask Tecumseh gave me with vodka (man I miss doing that) for both movies. I mixed it with a Sprite during Lincoln but the theater was packed and I couldn't mix it properly. So tonight I'm going to be smart and just mix it in the bathroom when one of the kids working there walks in. He see's me pouring the vodka in and I can tell he is thinking about saying something, so I put the flask away as I looked him dead in the eyes with sort of a crazy look on my face, and walked out. *1000

*1000 = "in the bag?"

 

[St. Louis Bob]

Two adult movies, two nights in a row. We haven't been to a movie that hasn't been animated in a while. They did a great CGI job on President Lincoln though, looked just like him. Saw Hansel & Gretal tonight. Stupid & immature, sure, but it was fun. I loaded the flask Tecumseh gave me with vodka (man I miss doing that) for both movies. I mixed it with a Sprite during Lincoln but the theater was packed and I couldn't mix it properly. So tonight I'm going to be smart and just mix it in the bathroom when one of the kids working there walks in. He see's me pouring the vodka in and I can tell he is thinking about saying something, so I put the flask away as I looked him dead in the eyes with sort of a crazy look on my face, and walked out. *1000

*1000 = "in the bag?"

I didn't tell her if that tell you something, GB. I tell her just about everything. I think it's about time for my massage.

 

[Tiger Fan]

TF, would love to know the good, the bad, the ins and outs of living in New Orleans. Chicago makes a lot more sense, but I keep being drawn back to the idea of living in New Orleans instead.

Hmm...where to start:Good-Culture/people: It's a European city that happens to be in the US. You have great architecture, it's a walking city (at it's core), etc. People take immense pride in the city. When you tell them that you moved there b/c you've visted a few times, they'll eat that #### right up and you'll have new best friends-food, nightlife, music etc are top notch. There is literally always something going...and sometimes too many things that make it a hard decision. Literally something for everyone. This is the reason people come to new orleans and stay.-Cost of living: Not as cheap as Texas, but it's pretty good for a major city. And since you can afford to buy NBA players old houses, assume you can find something great here that's in walking distance of a ton.-Weather (see also, ugly): October - May are pretty awesome if you don't like the cold. I think over the past 2 years, I've worn a heavy jacket maybe 5 times. Bad-You're a lawyer, and we're the only state that follows the Napoleonic code...but I assume you already know this...so i would assume this would require an additional "test" or something on your part -While New Orelans itself is a liberal city, you're surrounded by a lot of red; which isn't bad in and of itself...but there are a lot of "old school" people who come an work in the city. Folks who moved out of NOLA over the course of a few decades to "get cheaper land", which really meant "get away from the black people". Now for the most part, these people are getting old and the sheer quantity of them is dwindling...but there are some that have passed down their views to their kids...which sucks. I imagine there is some of that in Memphis as well, so I assume you know what I'm talking about. It sucks, but it's not like its a majority of the people by any means.-Crime - if you were to look up the stats, this would be under ugly...but as long as you know the areas to stay away from, you should be fineUgly-It's hot as #### b/w June and September. Like step outside and you're sweating hot. I don't mind it, but I assume I'm in the minority hereHopefully, that's a good start. I can give you much more ins and outs, but would probably need a little more background first. Feel free to ask any other questions you may have.

Y'all have also been stealing out bricks since Katrina. Bastards.

i don't know what this means

 

[krista4]

TF, would love to know the good, the bad, the ins and outs of living in New Orleans. Chicago makes a lot more sense, but I keep being drawn back to the idea of living in New Orleans instead.

Hmm...where to start:Good-Culture/people: It's a European city that happens to be in the US. You have great architecture, it's a walking city (at it's core), etc. People take immense pride in the city. When you tell them that you moved there b/c you've visted a few times, they'll eat that #### right up and you'll have new best friends-food, nightlife, music etc are top notch. There is literally always something going...and sometimes too many things that make it a hard decision. Literally something for everyone. This is the reason people come to new orleans and stay.-Cost of living: Not as cheap as Texas, but it's pretty good for a major city. And since you can afford to buy NBA players old houses, assume you can find something great here that's in walking distance of a ton.-Weather (see also, ugly): October - May are pretty awesome if you don't like the cold. I think over the past 2 years, I've worn a heavy jacket maybe 5 times. Bad-You're a lawyer, and we're the only state that follows the Napoleonic code...but I assume you already know this...so i would assume this would require an additional "test" or something on your part -While New Orelans itself is a liberal city, you're surrounded by a lot of red; which isn't bad in and of itself...but there are a lot of "old school" people who come an work in the city. Folks who moved out of NOLA over the course of a few decades to "get cheaper land", which really meant "get away from the black people". Now for the most part, these people are getting old and the sheer quantity of them is dwindling...but there are some that have passed down their views to their kids...which sucks. I imagine there is some of that in Memphis as well, so I assume you know what I'm talking about. It sucks, but it's not like its a majority of the people by any means.-Crime - if you were to look up the stats, this would be under ugly...but as long as you know the areas to stay away from, you should be fineUgly-It's hot as #### b/w June and September. Like step outside and you're sweating hot. I don't mind it, but I assume I'm in the minority hereHopefully, that's a good start. For what it's worth, the goods far outweigh the bads. I had a colleague move to Houston for a 70% increase and much more opportunity, with a lower cost of living. I didn't even think twice about contacting his recruiter.I can give you much more ins and outs, but would probably need a little more background first. Feel free to ask any other questions you may have.

Thanks! Under "bad" the different laws would not matter; based on what I'm doing local/state law wouldn't be a factor. As I go along this route, I might PM you with more questions. I just love the New Orleans vibe.

 

[St. Louis Bob]

TF, would love to know the good, the bad, the ins and outs of living in New Orleans. Chicago makes a lot more sense, but I keep being drawn back to the idea of living in New Orleans instead.

Hmm...where to start:Good-Culture/people: It's a European city that happens to be in the US. You have great architecture, it's a walking city (at it's core), etc. People take immense pride in the city. When you tell them that you moved there b/c you've visted a few times, they'll eat that #### right up and you'll have new best friends-food, nightlife, music etc are top notch. There is literally always something going...and sometimes too many things that make it a hard decision. Literally something for everyone. This is the reason people come to new orleans and stay.-Cost of living: Not as cheap as Texas, but it's pretty good for a major city. And since you can afford to buy NBA players old houses, assume you can find something great here that's in walking distance of a ton.-Weather (see also, ugly): October - May are pretty awesome if you don't like the cold. I think over the past 2 years, I've worn a heavy jacket maybe 5 times. Bad-You're a lawyer, and we're the only state that follows the Napoleonic code...but I assume you already know this...so i would assume this would require an additional "test" or something on your part -While New Orelans itself is a liberal city, you're surrounded by a lot of red; which isn't bad in and of itself...but there are a lot of "old school" people who come an work in the city. Folks who moved out of NOLA over the course of a few decades to "get cheaper land", which really meant "get away from the black people". Now for the most part, these people are getting old and the sheer quantity of them is dwindling...but there are some that have passed down their views to their kids...which sucks. I imagine there is some of that in Memphis as well, so I assume you know what I'm talking about. It sucks, but it's not like its a majority of the people by any means.-Crime - if you were to look up the stats, this would be under ugly...but as long as you know the areas to stay away from, you should be fineUgly-It's hot as #### b/w June and September. Like step outside and you're sweating hot. I don't mind it, but I assume I'm in the minority hereHopefully, that's a good start. I can give you much more ins and outs, but would probably need a little more background first. Feel free to ask any other questions you may have.

Y'all have also been stealing out bricks since Katrina. Bastards.

i don't know what this means

We have a lot of similar brick buildings here. Sucks because there are thousands of beautiful homes that have become vacant or abandoned. People that visit here from other cities tend to marvel at how cool these place are and how they can't believe people aren't restoring them. After Katrina there became a big market for bricks for restoration from the same time period so people have been burning these houses down, then stealing the bricks to sell in New Orleans. It's a pretty serious issue.Here's a link.ETAWe're a dying city it seems. There is a lot of good but too much bad. We should merge with Detroit or something.

 

[flysack]

Two adult movies, two nights in a row. We haven't been to a movie that hasn't been animated in a while. They did a great CGI job on President Lincoln though, looked just like him. Saw Hansel & Gretal tonight. Stupid & immature, sure, but it was fun. I loaded the flask Tecumseh gave me with vodka (man I miss doing that) for both movies. I mixed it with a Sprite during Lincoln but the theater was packed and I couldn't mix it properly. So tonight I'm going to be smart and just mix it in the bathroom when one of the kids working there walks in. He see's me pouring the vodka in and I can tell he is thinking about saying something, so I put the flask away as I looked him dead in the eyes with sort of a crazy look on my face, and walked out. *1000

 

[SofaKings]

TF, would love to know the good, the bad, the ins and outs of living in New Orleans. Chicago makes a lot more sense, but I keep being drawn back to the idea of living in New Orleans instead.

Hmm...where to start:Good-Culture/people: It's a European city that happens to be in the US. You have great architecture, it's a walking city (at it's core), etc. People take immense pride in the city. When you tell them that you moved there b/c you've visted a few times, they'll eat that #### right up and you'll have new best friends-food, nightlife, music etc are top notch. There is literally always something going...and sometimes too many things that make it a hard decision. Literally something for everyone. This is the reason people come to new orleans and stay.-Cost of living: Not as cheap as Texas, but it's pretty good for a major city. And since you can afford to buy NBA players old houses, assume you can find something great here that's in walking distance of a ton.-Weather (see also, ugly): October - May are pretty awesome if you don't like the cold. I think over the past 2 years, I've worn a heavy jacket maybe 5 times. Bad-You're a lawyer, and we're the only state that follows the Napoleonic code...but I assume you already know this...so i would assume this would require an additional "test" or something on your part -While New Orelans itself is a liberal city, you're surrounded by a lot of red; which isn't bad in and of itself...but there are a lot of "old school" people who come an work in the city. Folks who moved out of NOLA over the course of a few decades to "get cheaper land", which really meant "get away from the black people". Now for the most part, these people are getting old and the sheer quantity of them is dwindling...but there are some that have passed down their views to their kids...which sucks. I imagine there is some of that in Memphis as well, so I assume you know what I'm talking about. It sucks, but it's not like its a majority of the people by any means.-Crime - if you were to look up the stats, this would be under ugly...but as long as you know the areas to stay away from, you should be fineUgly-It's hot as #### b/w June and September. Like step outside and you're sweating hot. I don't mind it, but I assume I'm in the minority hereHopefully, that's a good start. I can give you much more ins and outs, but would probably need a little more background first. Feel free to ask any other questions you may have.

Y'all have also been stealing out bricks since Katrina. Bastards.

i don't know what this means

We have a lot of similar brick buildings here. Sucks because there are thousands of beautiful homes that have become vacant or abandoned. People that visit here from other cities tend to marvel at how cool these place are and how they can't believe people aren't restoring them. After Katrina there became a big market for bricks for restoration from the same time period so people have been burning these houses down, then stealing the bricks to sell in New Orleans. It's a pretty serious issue.Here's a link.ETAWe're a dying city it seems. There is a lot of good but too much bad. We should merge with Detroit or something.

That would get you an NBA team. Detroit Rams, St. Louis Red Wings, St. Louis Tigers.

 

[T Bell]

Two adult movies, two nights in a row. We haven't been to a movie that hasn't been animated in a while. They did a great CGI job on President Lincoln though, looked just like him. Saw Hansel & Gretal tonight. Stupid & immature, sure, but it was fun. I loaded the flask Tecumseh gave me with vodka (man I miss doing that) for both movies. I mixed it with a Sprite during Lincoln but the theater was packed and I couldn't mix it properly. So tonight I'm going to be smart and just mix it in the bathroom when one of the kids working there walks in. He see's me pouring the vodka in and I can tell he is thinking about saying something, so I put the flask away as I looked him dead in the eyes with sort of a crazy look on my face, and walked out. *1000

In law school near the end of the year there was "law review", which was a series of skits put on by students, largely lampooning the professors and the law school experience. It was a Saturday night and the law school rented out an old theater in the broadway section of downtown L.A., a theater built like a century ago. Sloping concrete floor with theater seating. We're sitting like 2/3 of the way up and we're all three sheets to the wind and we snuck beer in. During a skit, one of my buddies had put his beer bottle down on the floor to get something out of his pocket or something and either he or someone sitting next to him accidentally kicked it. So we're listening to this glass beer bottle slowly rolling down the concrete floor in this quiet theater underneath the seats towards the stage. It went a miraculous distance given the number of feet and chair supports between us and whichever row it finally got caught on...

 

[rabidfireweasel]

TF, would love to know the good, the bad, the ins and outs of living in New Orleans. Chicago makes a lot more sense, but I keep being drawn back to the idea of living in New Orleans instead.

Hmm...where to start:Good-Culture/people: It's a European city that happens to be in the US. You have great architecture, it's a walking city (at it's core), etc. People take immense pride in the city. When you tell them that you moved there b/c you've visted a few times, they'll eat that #### right up and you'll have new best friends-food, nightlife, music etc are top notch. There is literally always something going...and sometimes too many things that make it a hard decision. Literally something for everyone. This is the reason people come to new orleans and stay.-Cost of living: Not as cheap as Texas, but it's pretty good for a major city. And since you can afford to buy NBA players old houses, assume you can find something great here that's in walking distance of a ton.-Weather (see also, ugly): October - May are pretty awesome if you don't like the cold. I think over the past 2 years, I've worn a heavy jacket maybe 5 times. Bad-You're a lawyer, and we're the only state that follows the Napoleonic code...but I assume you already know this...so i would assume this would require an additional "test" or something on your part -While New Orelans itself is a liberal city, you're surrounded by a lot of red; which isn't bad in and of itself...but there are a lot of "old school" people who come an work in the city. Folks who moved out of NOLA over the course of a few decades to "get cheaper land", which really meant "get away from the black people". Now for the most part, these people are getting old and the sheer quantity of them is dwindling...but there are some that have passed down their views to their kids...which sucks. I imagine there is some of that in Memphis as well, so I assume you know what I'm talking about. It sucks, but it's not like its a majority of the people by any means.-Crime - if you were to look up the stats, this would be under ugly...but as long as you know the areas to stay away from, you should be fineUgly-It's hot as #### b/w June and September. Like step outside and you're sweating hot. I don't mind it, but I assume I'm in the minority hereHopefully, that's a good start. For what it's worth, the goods far outweigh the bads. I had a colleague move to Houston for a 70% increase and much more opportunity, with a lower cost of living. I didn't even think twice about contacting his recruiter.I can give you much more ins and outs, but would probably need a little more background first. Feel free to ask any other questions you may have.

Thanks! Under "bad" the different laws would not matter; based on what I'm doing local/state law wouldn't be a factor. As I go along this route, I might PM you with more questions. I just love the New Orleans vibe.

I Love New Orleans. Used to visit there a bunch when I lived in Houston, honeymooned there, and even visited post -Katrina (it was better than Gulfport, MS -IMO). However, art professors rarely get to pick where they live, so I will remain in Maine, unless I want to seek an Chair of an Art Department position.

 

[Tiger Fan]

TF, would love to know the good, the bad, the ins and outs of living in New Orleans. Chicago makes a lot more sense, but I keep being drawn back to the idea of living in New Orleans instead.

Hmm...where to start:Good-Culture/people: It's a European city that happens to be in the US. You have great architecture, it's a walking city (at it's core), etc. People take immense pride in the city. When you tell them that you moved there b/c you've visted a few times, they'll eat that #### right up and you'll have new best friends-food, nightlife, music etc are top notch. There is literally always something going...and sometimes too many things that make it a hard decision. Literally something for everyone. This is the reason people come to new orleans and stay.-Cost of living: Not as cheap as Texas, but it's pretty good for a major city. And since you can afford to buy NBA players old houses, assume you can find something great here that's in walking distance of a ton.-Weather (see also, ugly): October - May are pretty awesome if you don't like the cold. I think over the past 2 years, I've worn a heavy jacket maybe 5 times. Bad-You're a lawyer, and we're the only state that follows the Napoleonic code...but I assume you already know this...so i would assume this would require an additional "test" or something on your part -While New Orelans itself is a liberal city, you're surrounded by a lot of red; which isn't bad in and of itself...but there are a lot of "old school" people who come an work in the city. Folks who moved out of NOLA over the course of a few decades to "get cheaper land", which really meant "get away from the black people". Now for the most part, these people are getting old and the sheer quantity of them is dwindling...but there are some that have passed down their views to their kids...which sucks. I imagine there is some of that in Memphis as well, so I assume you know what I'm talking about. It sucks, but it's not like its a majority of the people by any means.-Crime - if you were to look up the stats, this would be under ugly...but as long as you know the areas to stay away from, you should be fineUgly-It's hot as #### b/w June and September. Like step outside and you're sweating hot. I don't mind it, but I assume I'm in the minority hereHopefully, that's a good start. For what it's worth, the goods far outweigh the bads. I had a colleague move to Houston for a 70% increase and much more opportunity, with a lower cost of living. I didn't even think twice about contacting his recruiter.I can give you much more ins and outs, but would probably need a little more background first. Feel free to ask any other questions you may have.

Thanks! Under "bad" the different laws would not matter; based on what I'm doing local/state law wouldn't be a factor. As I go along this route, I might PM you with more questions. I just love the New Orleans vibe.

The vibe is awesome, that's for sure

 

[Tiger Fan]

TF, would love to know the good, the bad, the ins and outs of living in New Orleans. Chicago makes a lot more sense, but I keep being drawn back to the idea of living in New Orleans instead.

Hmm...where to start:Good-Culture/people: It's a European city that happens to be in the US. You have great architecture, it's a walking city (at it's core), etc. People take immense pride in the city. When you tell them that you moved there b/c you've visted a few times, they'll eat that #### right up and you'll have new best friends-food, nightlife, music etc are top notch. There is literally always something going...and sometimes too many things that make it a hard decision. Literally something for everyone. This is the reason people come to new orleans and stay.-Cost of living: Not as cheap as Texas, but it's pretty good for a major city. And since you can afford to buy NBA players old houses, assume you can find something great here that's in walking distance of a ton.-Weather (see also, ugly): October - May are pretty awesome if you don't like the cold. I think over the past 2 years, I've worn a heavy jacket maybe 5 times. Bad-You're a lawyer, and we're the only state that follows the Napoleonic code...but I assume you already know this...so i would assume this would require an additional "test" or something on your part -While New Orelans itself is a liberal city, you're surrounded by a lot of red; which isn't bad in and of itself...but there are a lot of "old school" people who come an work in the city. Folks who moved out of NOLA over the course of a few decades to "get cheaper land", which really meant "get away from the black people". Now for the most part, these people are getting old and the sheer quantity of them is dwindling...but there are some that have passed down their views to their kids...which sucks. I imagine there is some of that in Memphis as well, so I assume you know what I'm talking about. It sucks, but it's not like its a majority of the people by any means.-Crime - if you were to look up the stats, this would be under ugly...but as long as you know the areas to stay away from, you should be fineUgly-It's hot as #### b/w June and September. Like step outside and you're sweating hot. I don't mind it, but I assume I'm in the minority hereHopefully, that's a good start. I can give you much more ins and outs, but would probably need a little more background first. Feel free to ask any other questions you may have.

Y'all have also been stealing out bricks since Katrina. Bastards.

i don't know what this means

We have a lot of similar brick buildings here. Sucks because there are thousands of beautiful homes that have become vacant or abandoned. People that visit here from other cities tend to marvel at how cool these place are and how they can't believe people aren't restoring them. After Katrina there became a big market for bricks for restoration from the same time period so people have been burning these houses down, then stealing the bricks to sell in New Orleans. It's a pretty serious issue.Here's a link.ETAWe're a dying city it seems. There is a lot of good but too much bad. We should merge with Detroit or something.

lol, you meant "our bricks". I was like...wtf is an "out brick"I should've put that together, but was reading fastETA: sorry to hear about your bricks

 

[T Bell]

TF, would love to know the good, the bad, the ins and outs of living in New Orleans. Chicago makes a lot more sense, but I keep being drawn back to the idea of living in New Orleans instead.

Hmm...where to start:Good-Culture/people: It's a European city that happens to be in the US. You have great architecture, it's a walking city (at it's core), etc. People take immense pride in the city. When you tell them that you moved there b/c you've visted a few times, they'll eat that #### right up and you'll have new best friends-food, nightlife, music etc are top notch. There is literally always something going...and sometimes too many things that make it a hard decision. Literally something for everyone. This is the reason people come to new orleans and stay.-Cost of living: Not as cheap as Texas, but it's pretty good for a major city. And since you can afford to buy NBA players old houses, assume you can find something great here that's in walking distance of a ton.-Weather (see also, ugly): October - May are pretty awesome if you don't like the cold. I think over the past 2 years, I've worn a heavy jacket maybe 5 times. Bad-You're a lawyer, and we're the only state that follows the Napoleonic code...but I assume you already know this...so i would assume this would require an additional "test" or something on your part -While New Orelans itself is a liberal city, you're surrounded by a lot of red; which isn't bad in and of itself...but there are a lot of "old school" people who come an work in the city. Folks who moved out of NOLA over the course of a few decades to "get cheaper land", which really meant "get away from the black people". Now for the most part, these people are getting old and the sheer quantity of them is dwindling...but there are some that have passed down their views to their kids...which sucks. I imagine there is some of that in Memphis as well, so I assume you know what I'm talking about. It sucks, but it's not like its a majority of the people by any means.-Crime - if you were to look up the stats, this would be under ugly...but as long as you know the areas to stay away from, you should be fineUgly-It's hot as #### b/w June and September. Like step outside and you're sweating hot. I don't mind it, but I assume I'm in the minority hereHopefully, that's a good start. I can give you much more ins and outs, but would probably need a little more background first. Feel free to ask any other questions you may have.

Y'all have also been stealing out bricks since Katrina. Bastards.

i don't know what this means

We have a lot of similar brick buildings here. Sucks because there are thousands of beautiful homes that have become vacant or abandoned. People that visit here from other cities tend to marvel at how cool these place are and how they can't believe people aren't restoring them. After Katrina there became a big market for bricks for restoration from the same time period so people have been burning these houses down, then stealing the bricks to sell in New Orleans. It's a pretty serious issue.Here's a link.ETAWe're a dying city it seems. There is a lot of good but too much bad. We should merge with Detroit or something.

lol, you meant "our bricks". I was like...wtf is an "out brick"I should've put that together, but was reading fast

Out bricks are bricks that are not used to build closets.

 

[Tiger Fan]

Two adult movies, two nights in a row. We haven't been to a movie that hasn't been animated in a while. They did a great CGI job on President Lincoln though, looked just like him. Saw Hansel & Gretal tonight. Stupid & immature, sure, but it was fun. I loaded the flask Tecumseh gave me with vodka (man I miss doing that) for both movies. I mixed it with a Sprite during Lincoln but the theater was packed and I couldn't mix it properly. So tonight I'm going to be smart and just mix it in the bathroom when one of the kids working there walks in. He see's me pouring the vodka in and I can tell he is thinking about saying something, so I put the flask away as I looked him dead in the eyes with sort of a crazy look on my face, and walked out. *1000

In law school near the end of the year there was "law review", which was a series of skits put on by students, largely lampooning the professors and the law school experience. It was a Saturday night and the law school rented out an old theater in the broadway section of downtown L.A., a theater built like a century ago. Sloping concrete floor with theater seating. We're sitting like 2/3 of the way up and we're all three sheets to the wind and we snuck beer in. During a skit, one of my buddies had put his beer bottle down on the floor to get something out of his pocket or something and either he or someone sitting next to him accidentally kicked it. So we're listening to this glass beer bottle slowly rolling down the concrete floor in this quiet theater underneath the seats towards the stage. It went a miraculous distance given the number of feet and chair supports between us and whichever row it finally got caught on...

I worked in the "other" movie theatre in high school back before the big chains hit New Orleans. I think at one time we had Beavis an Butthead and Pootie Tang playing in the same building. We'd fine tons of flasks or 6 packs of beer and so many of the people would come in stoned to bejesus.

 

[Gadzooks]

4 Really good friends that I haven't seen in a long time are going to be coming over my house in the next hour for an afternoon and evening of drunken debauchery. Pretty sure pics of my junk will be texted later, be ready for that Frosty and Tanner.

I somehow managed to lose both of my shoes. Apparently I was hungry when I went to bed because I woke up this morning in my bed with the crust of a piece of pizza on my chest and a plate with another piece of pizza on it and a YooHoo on my pillow. I felt very Shuke-like. I remember laughing a lot during the day and night, but I dont really remember specifically why. I do remember at one point going up to the bar to get beers and young flirtatious girl started chatting with me so I bought us each a shot. She was talking alot and I was not really listening, though I did gather she was upset about recently breaking up with her boyfriend. She said it was too bad she was probably too young for me, I asked how old she was and she said "I'm 22..... and a half" I said "there's only one thing wrong with that" and she said "what's that?" and I said "NOTHING!!!" She then wandered off to the bathroom and brought the beers back to my buddies. All of sudden she comes walking back over and asks me to go over and watch the bathroom door for her because the lock is broken. At the same time all 3 of my buddies glared at me and said "I hate you". So I follow her to the bathroom and she grabs my hand and pulls me into the bathroom and we start making out like horny teenagers (hi Homer) After that we go back to the bar because she wants to buy me a shot now. We started talking about this other bar down the street and I mention that my friend is bartending there, she asks who it is and she says that she knows him and then asks me if I know another guy that works there named Charles and I say "yeah I know him, he's a friend of mine too. How do you know him?" She says "His son was my boyfriend". Yikes. That made me lose interest in pursuing any other fun activities I might be able to have with this young lady.Oh well, it was still a good day/night of heavy drinking with good friends and the pizza was good. I'd love to know where my freaking shoes are though.

 

[Abraham]

I only caught it quickly, but the ad for this weeks Millionaire matchmaker features a dude that looks like homer. Seriously.

 

[T Bell]

I asked how old she was and she said "I'm 22..... and a half"

She says "His son was my boyfriend". Yikes. That made me lose interest in pursuing any other fun activities I might be able to have with this young lady.

Yer doin' it wrong.

 

[bentley]

I go to knockouts. Beer, head massage, shampoo and a cut for $25

I went to Sexy Scissors once and got the same deal but the gal that cut my hair cut hair like an off duty stripper. Which she was.

 

[Josie Maran]

I love Gadzooks. Ther, I said it. Again.

 

[Josie Maran]

I only caught it quickly, but the ad for this weeks Millionaire matchmaker features a dude that looks like homer. Seriously.

Poor ******* doesnt stand a chance.

 

[FootballDummy]

TF, would love to know the good, the bad, the ins and outs of living in New Orleans. Chicago makes a lot more sense, but I keep being drawn back to the idea of living in New Orleans instead.

Hmm...where to start:Good-Culture/people: It's a European city that happens to be in the US. You have great architecture, it's a walking city (at it's core), etc. People take immense pride in the city. When you tell them that you moved there b/c you've visted a few times, they'll eat that #### right up and you'll have new best friends-food, nightlife, music etc are top notch. There is literally always something going...and sometimes too many things that make it a hard decision. Literally something for everyone. This is the reason people come to new orleans and stay.-Cost of living: Not as cheap as Texas, but it's pretty good for a major city. And since you can afford to buy NBA players old houses, assume you can find something great here that's in walking distance of a ton.-Weather (see also, ugly): October - May are pretty awesome if you don't like the cold. I think over the past 2 years, I've worn a heavy jacket maybe 5 times. Bad-You're a lawyer, and we're the only state that follows the Napoleonic code...but I assume you already know this...so i would assume this would require an additional "test" or something on your part -While New Orelans itself is a liberal city, you're surrounded by a lot of red; which isn't bad in and of itself...but there are a lot of "old school" people who come an work in the city. Folks who moved out of NOLA over the course of a few decades to "get cheaper land", which really meant "get away from the black people". Now for the most part, these people are getting old and the sheer quantity of them is dwindling...but there are some that have passed down their views to their kids...which sucks. I imagine there is some of that in Memphis as well, so I assume you know what I'm talking about. It sucks, but it's not like its a majority of the people by any means.-Crime - if you were to look up the stats, this would be under ugly...but as long as you know the areas to stay away from, you should be fineUgly-It's hot as #### b/w June and September. Like step outside and you're sweating hot. I don't mind it, but I assume I'm in the minority hereHopefully, that's a good start. For what it's worth, the goods far outweigh the bads. I had a colleague move to Houston for a 70% increase and much more opportunity, with a lower cost of living. I didn't even think twice about contacting his recruiter.I can give you much more ins and outs, but would probably need a little more background first. Feel free to ask any other questions you may have.

I don't know if this counts as good or bad or both, but the food in New Orleans is so universally good that I would probably weigh 300 lbs if I lived there. Also, the bars don't close, which makes it harder to tell when to go home. I could never live there, but someone with more willpower would probably love it. The heat is a big negative, but I'm from Houston so it doesn't bother me as much as it would someone from up North.

 

[Abraham]

I only caught it quickly, but the ad for this weeks Millionaire matchmaker features a dude that looks like homer. Seriously.

Poor ******* doesnt stand a chance.

Well, the way I see it you are only a million dollars away from having your pick of a bunch of gold diggers!

 

[Good Posting Judge]

Is it racist for me to go over to a playgroup with my kid, and automatically assume that a Middle Eastern couple with a nice house are laundering money to terrorist groups?

 

[T Bell]

Is it racist for me to go over to a playgroup with my kid, and automatically assume that a Middle Eastern couple with a nice house are laundering money to terrorist groups?

It depends upon how much kitsch they had.

 

[strykerpks]

Is it racist for me to go over to a playgroup with my kid, and automatically assume that a Middle Eastern couple with a nice house are laundering money to terrorist groups?

At this hour on a Sunday? I bet

 

[charvik]

Is it racist for me to go over to a playgroup with my kid, and automatically assume that a Middle Eastern couple with a nice house are laundering money to terrorist groups?

Yes, IMO it's fronting a middle eastern sex trade operation.

 

[Josie Maran]

Is it racist for me to go over to a playgroup with my kid, and automatically assume that a Middle Eastern couple with a nice house are laundering money to terrorist groups?

Yes, IMO it's fronting a middle eastern sex trade operation.

Theyre gonna sell TruckDaughter to a wealthy sheik.

 

[Good Posting Judge]

Is it racist for me to go over to a playgroup with my kid, and automatically assume that a Middle Eastern couple with a nice house are laundering money to terrorist groups?

Yes, IMO it's fronting a middle eastern sex trade operation.

Theyre gonna sell TruckDaughter to a wealthy sheik.

Time to dye my hair the color of soy sauce and beat up some Albanian tracksuit-wearing mother####ers.

 

[Josie Maran]

WTF? None of you are up late on a Sunday Funday? For shame!Not to freak anyone out or anything, but your boy Homer accidentally got drunk tonight. I hate when that happens.

 

[Josie Maran]

Is it racist for me to go over to a playgroup with my kid, and automatically assume that a Middle Eastern couple with a nice house are laundering money to terrorist groups?

Yes, IMO it's fronting a middle eastern sex trade operation.

Theyre gonna sell TruckDaughter to a wealthy sheik.

Time to dye my hair the color of soy sauce and beat up some Albanian tracksuit-wearing mother####ers.

I don't know who you are. I don't know what you want. If you are looking for ransom, I can tell you I don't have money. I do have coupons. What I also have are a very particular set of skills; skills I have acquired over a very long career....which mostly involves mocking people extremely effectively on the internet. If you let my daughter go now, that'll be the end of it. I will not pursue you. But if you don't, I will look for you, I will find you, and I will kill you...on the internet.

 

[Josie Maran]

Currently watching "The Gang Solves the Gas Crisis" on Comedy Central. Who knew this kind of quality entertainment could be had at 5AM?WILD CARD, BI###ES!!!!!

 

[Josie Maran]

2270!!!

 

[Josie Maran]

I'm bored. Nyquil?Nyquil.