#Applicants

[frownyalfred]

Tips for writing those gala scenes, from someone who goes to them occasionally:

Generally you unbutton and re-button a suit coat when you sit down and stand up.

You’re supposed to hold wine or champagne glasses by the stem to avoid warming up the liquid inside. A character out of their depth might hold the glass around the sides instead.

When rich/important people forget your name and they’re drunk, they usually just tell you that they don’t remember or completely skip over any opportunity to use your name so they don’t look silly.

A good way to indicate you don’t want to shake someone’s hand at an event is to hold a drink in your right hand (and if you’re a woman, a purse in the other so you definitely can’t shift the glass to another hand and then shake)

Americans who still kiss cheeks as a welcome generally don’t press lips to cheeks, it’s more of a touch of cheek to cheek or even a hover (these days, mostly to avoid smudging a woman’s makeup)

The distinctions between dress codes (black tie, cocktail, etc) are very intricate but obvious to those who know how to look. If you wear a short skirt to a black tie event for example, people would clock that instantly even if the dress itself was very formal. Same thing goes for certain articles of men’s clothing.

Open bars / cash bars at events usually carry limited options. They’re meant to serve lots of people very quickly, so nobody is getting a cosmo or a Manhattan etc.

Members of the press generally aren’t allowed to freely circulate at nicer galas/events without a very good reason. When they do, they need to identify themselves before talking with someone.

[some-pers0n]

I hate how people will look at popular indie artists who had one or two songs go viral on TikTok and start making fun of anybody who listens to them. "Oh you listen to Lemon Demon, Will Wood, Jack Stauber, Glass Animals, and Mother Mother? Tsk, don't you know that is stupid TikTok neurodivergent white transmasc preteen music? It's so mid and bad you should listen to real music–" you are a pit of misery

[xtruss]

Americans Can Now Renew Passports Online And Bypass Cumbersome Paper Applications

— September 18, 2024 | Associated Press

The cover of a U.S. Passport is displayed in Tigard, Ore., Dec. 11, 2021. Americans can now renew their passports online, bypassing a cumbersome mail-in paper application process that often caused delays. The State Department announced Wednesday that its online passport renewal system is now fully operational. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File)

Washington (AP) — Americans can now renew their passports online, bypassing a cumbersome mail-in paper application process that often caused delays.

The State Department announced Wednesday that its online renewal system is now fully operational, after testing in pilot programs, and available to adult passport holders whose passport has expired within the past five years or will expire in the coming year. It is not available for the renewal of children’s passports, for first-time passport applicants for renewal applicants who live outside the United States or for expedited applications.

“By offering this online alternative to the traditional paper application process, the Department is embracing digital transformation to offer the most efficient and convenient passport renewal experience possible,” Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a statement.

The department said it estimated that about 5 million Americans would be able to use this service a year. In 2023, it processed 24 million passports, about 40% of which were renewals.

After staffing shortages caused mainly by the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in lengthy passport processing delays, the department ramped up hiring and introduced other technological improvements that have reduced wait times by about one-third over last year. It says most applications are now completed in far less than the advertised six weeks to eight weeks and the online renewal system is expected to further reduce that.

The system will allow renewal applicants to skip the current process, which requires them to print out and send paper applications, photos and a check by mail, and submit their documents, photo, and payment through a secure website, www.Travel.State.Gov/renewonline.

There will be no change to the existing passport processing fees, which are currently $130 for a regular renewal.

Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs Rena Bitter, whose bureau oversees passport processing said the department hoped to expand the program in the coming years to possibly include Americans living abroad, those seeking to renew a second passport and children’s passports.

“This is not going to be the last thing that we do,” she told reporters. “We want to see how this goes and then we’ll start looking at ways to continue to make this service available to more American citizens in the coming months and years.”

[nat-20s]

[asrarblog]

Applying for Jobs Where We Don’t Qualify – Pros and Cons – Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post 992

[earthcookies]

the resume autofill feature for job applications is. So Useful.

[doctorsiren]

OBJECTION! - Ace Attorney, but in Legos that I 3D modeled myself

[continent-of-wild-endeavor]

Job interview tip I got from a tiktok but it's genius:

If you were unemployed for a while, they're going to ask if you can explain the gap in your resume. Unless you were actually doing something cool & relevant, this is hard to answer in a way that makes you sound like a good corporate cog. So here's the best and infallible answer -

No you cannot, because you signed an NDA.

You now sound mysterious, desirable, worldly, experienced. They can't even really ask you more about it! Perfect.

[scotiapartnership]

How to spot a Bad Hire

Spotting a bad hire early on can save a company time, money, and resources. Here are some signs to look out for during the hiring process and early employment period:

During the Hiring Process

Inconsistent Resume:

Gaps in employment without clear explanations.

Frequent job changes without reasonable justifications.

Exaggerated or unverifiable accomplishments.

Poor References:

References are reluctant to speak or provide vague responses.

Negative feedback from previous employers.

Lack of Preparation:

Little to no knowledge about the company.

Unable to articulate how their skills and experiences align with the job.

Red Flags in Interviews:

Lack of enthusiasm or passion for the role.

Poor communication skills or inability to answer questions clearly.

Negative attitude towards previous employers or colleagues.

Inconsistent answers or overemphasis on personal achievements over teamwork.

Cultural Mismatch:

Values and attitudes that don’t align with the company culture.

Disregard for the company’s mission or vision.

Early Employment Period

Poor Performance:

Inability to meet deadlines or quality standards.

Repeated mistakes despite feedback and training.

Lack of Initiative:

Reluctance to take on new tasks or responsibilities.

Needs constant supervision and guidance.

Negative Attitude:

Complaints about tasks, colleagues, or the company.

Negative influence on team morale.

Failure to Fit In:

Difficulty in building relationships with colleagues.

Resistance to company norms and processes.

Frequent Absences or Tardiness:

Unexplained or frequent absences.

Regularly late to work or meetings.

Ethical Concerns:

Dishonesty or lack of integrity in small matters.

Disregard for company policies and ethical standards.

Additional Tips

Structured Onboarding:

Implement a thorough onboarding process to assess the new hire’s performance and fit within the first few months.

Regular Check-Ins:

Schedule regular check-ins during the initial employment period to provide feedback and gauge their adaptation.

Clear Expectations:

Set clear expectations and goals from the start and monitor their progress.

Feedback from Team Members:

Gather feedback from colleagues and team members about the new hire’s performance and behavior.

Conclusion

While some issues can be addressed with training and support, persistent problems or major red flags should prompt a reevaluation of the hire. Early detection and intervention are key to mitigating the negative impact of a bad hire.

4o

[great-and-small]

Yet another scientific article adding to the slowly growing mountain of evidence that suggests we might be able to save the world through bird-watching.

[genfagloser]

im making this its own post actually

found family is "i have endured the fucking horrors with these guys. i would both kill and die for them. i would rip my own bones out to make splints to heal theirs. there is no name for the bond we share"

found family is NOT "this guy is so dad-coded and these guys are so sibling-like and—"

EDIT: this is about genloss it is an opinion post about generation loss my favourite horror/comedy youtube series i had 100 followers at the time of making this post and didnt expect it to get seen at all. why are so many of you taking this as a personal attack. if you rb this with angry tags or honest to god actual body text im just going to laugh at you and probably block you. to the people being normal thank u i love u. im going back to ignoring this post 🫶

[rabbiteclair]

i have a brain problem that prevents me from understanding people who need so much specifically newly-released TV shows that they're upset by the prospect of going a few months without new ones being produced

like they could stop making video games and books today and I wouldn't notice until sometime in 2026. honestly if they'd stop making new video games for a while that'd be kinda convenient. everyone take a break and let me catch up. I still haven't even played Persona 5.

[tomatoluvr69]

I feel bad for people in bands who have falling outs bc imagine that one horrific coworker you have and then you quit the job and you’re so relieved to never have to work with them again. But then imagine that for the rest of your life the public never stops haranguing you to get back with that coworker and do one last report/audit/case/equivalent whatever just for old times sake. And you’re like wtf no I hate that guy. Want to check out my cool new job though? And everyone’s like no please make amends with that guy you hate from your old job. And it never lets up until one of you dies

[amir28andmaeve24]

[tenth-sentence]

The poverty of working-class women meant that there were always far more applicants than places available.

"Normal Women: 900 Years of Making History" - Philippa Gregory