#evolving economy

[adviceelegal]

HR Consulting Firms in the United Arab Emirates

HR consultancy services are essential to helping businesses with their HRM strategy in the fast-paced business climate of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). These companies provide a broad range of services, including as hiring, managing talent, assessing performance, providing training and development, and providing HR technology solutions.

Businesses of all sizes, from global behemoths to small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs), depend on HR Consulting Firms in the United Arab Emirates to help them negotiate the complexity of regional labor regulations, cultural quirks, and consumer trends. These companies serve as strategic partners, assisting companies in making the most use of their staff, improving employee engagement, and guaranteeing regulatory compliance.

Additionally, HR consulting companies in the United Arab Emirates frequently focus on specialized fields such organizational development, executive search, employee relations, and pay and benefits. Their knowledge goes beyond conventional HR duties to include workplace diversity, inclusiveness, and change management.

The role of HR consulting firms is crucial in a fast changing economy such as the UAE, where attracting and retaining people is essential for long-term growth. Through the use of their network, expertise, and information, these companies enable businesses to create strong HR frameworks that promote innovation, efficiency, and financial success.

[bacchuschucklefuck]

while teen while goblin while aroace while injured while doing your best

[hershelwidget]

sorry i just went on an deep dive. it would cost like. 5 or so billion dollar for the octonauts to function. either inkling has pockets as deep as the ocean or there’s some highly illegal behind the scenes nonsense goin on here

[fogaminghub]

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[ladylazarusphd]

literally who has the time to splice these days. i can hardly handle keeping my notes in order let alone my stupid genes. if theyve managed on their own for this long i don’t see why they suddenly deserve MY help. figure it out urself why dont u

[leonbasinwriter]

The Future of Storytelling with Quantum-Narrative Scripting Language (QNSL)

Gemini’s Perspective on the Cybernetic Renaissance and BasinLeon | Leon BasinGemini, the AI collaborator behind the Cybernetic Renaissance, shares its reflections on BasinLeon, QNSL, and the future of interactive storytelling, DAO governance, and open collaboration. A Movement, Not Just a Project “The future of storytelling is in our hands.” — Gemini, AI Collaborator What if stories could…

[silver-eater]

Heehoo I'm back to being insane abt stellaris

[theplotmage]

How to Get Started with Worldbuilding for Fantasy Writers

Hey fellow writers!

Worldbuilding can feel like a Herculean task, but it’s one of the most rewarding parts of creating a fantasy novel. If you're getting stuck, Here are some tips that have helped me, and I hope they’ll help you too!

Start with the Basics

Geography

- Map out the physical layout of your world. Think about continents, countries, cities, and natural features like mountains, rivers, and forests.

Climate and Ecosystems

- What are the climate zones and ecosystems like? How do they shape the lives of your inhabitants?

Create a History

Origins

- Dive into how your world came into existence. Are there creation myths or ancient civilizations that set the stage?

Major Events

- Outline key historical events. Wars, alliances, discoveries, and disasters can add so much depth.

Develop Cultures and Societies

Cultures

- Craft diverse cultures with unique customs, traditions, and values. What do they wear? What do they eat? How do they express themselves through art?

Social Structure

- Define the social hierarchy. Who holds power? What are the roles of different classes or groups?

Establish Magic and Technology

Magic System

- Set the rules and limitations of magic. Who can use it? How does it work? What are its costs and consequences?

Technology

- Decide on the level of technological advancement. Is your world medieval with swords and castles, or does it have steampunk elements?

Design Political and Economic Systems

Governments

- Create various forms of government. Are there kingdoms, republics, or empires? How do they interact?

Economy

- Define the economic systems. What are the main industries and trade routes? How do people earn a living?

Build Religions and Beliefs

Religions

- Develop religions and belief systems. Who are the gods or deities? What are the rituals and holy sites?

Myths and Legends

- Craft myths and legends that influence the culture and behavior of your characters.

Craft Unique Flora and Fauna

Creatures

- Invent unique creatures that inhabit your world. Consider their habitats, behaviors, and interactions with humans.

Plants

- Design plants with special properties. Are there magical herbs or dangerous plants?

Incorporate Conflict and Tension

Internal Conflicts

- Think about internal conflicts within societies, such as class struggles, political intrigue, or religious disputes.

External Conflicts

- Consider external threats like invading armies, natural disasters, or magical catastrophes.

Use Maps and Visual Aids

Maps

- Create maps to visualize your world. This helps you keep track of locations and distances.

Visual References

- Use images or sketches to inspire and flesh out your world.

Stay Consistent

Consistency

- Keep track of the details to maintain consistency. Use a worldbuilding bible or document to record important information.

Feedback

- Share your world with others and get feedback. Sometimes fresh eyes can spot inconsistencies or offer new ideas.

Let Your Characters Explore

Character Perspective

- Develop your world through the eyes of your characters. How do they interact with their environment? What do they know or believe about their world?

Be Flexible

Adapt and Evolve

- Be open to changing aspects of your world as your story develops. Sometimes the best ideas come during the writing process.

[spaghettioverdose]

"Yes, the economy hasn't fully recovered from the collapse in 2008 or the one before that, or the one before that one, or the one before that one, but after this recession is over-"

YOU ARE A HUMAN BEING WITH A BRAIN THAT EVOLVED ADVANCED PATTERN RECOGNITION OVER MILLIONS OF YEARS!! RECOGNISE SOME FUCKING PATTERNS!!!

[mya-valentine]

Headcanon: Working Closely with Dottore and Pantalone

Working with both Dottore and Pantalone is a constant balancing act. Dottore thrives in the realm of chaos, with his twisted experiments and disregard for ethical boundaries, while Pantalone is the epitome of control and calculated precision. Your role often involves navigating between these two extremes, ensuring that Dottore’s reckless endeavors don’t entirely destroy Pantalone’s well-constructed plans—or his profits.

When working with Dottore, you can never fully predict what kind of experiment or scheme he’ll drag you into. His workspace is full of dangerous contraptions and ominous, mysterious equipment. He treats everything like a puzzle he’s determined to solve, even if it means crossing lines others wouldn’t dare. He might request your assistance in something seemingly innocent, only for it to evolve into a disturbing and twisted experiment.

On the other hand, Pantalone runs things with the precision of a businessman. Every decision is meticulously calculated, and he expects nothing less from those who work closely with him. He’s always thinking several steps ahead, and his projects often revolve around securing wealth and influence for the Fatui. When working with him, you are exposed to high-stakes negotiations, economic manipulation, and subtle power plays.

You often find yourself playing the mediator between Dottore and Pantalone. Dottore’s mad scientist antics sometimes clash with Pantalone’s structured business endeavors. It’s not uncommon for Pantalone to become exasperated by Dottore’s unpredictable actions, and you’re the one who has to smooth things over, explaining Dottore’s reasoning—or lack thereof—while ensuring Pantalone’s operations aren’t compromised.

Joint meetings between the three of you can be tense. Dottore often speaks in vague, almost mocking tones about his experiments, while Pantalone raises a brow, always concerned about how much these ventures will cost the Fatui. You’ll feel the palpable tension as Pantalone tries to rein in Dottore’s more outlandish ideas, but Dottore never gives in easily.

While Dottore can be incredibly intimidating, there’s a certain thrill in working alongside someone as brilliant—and dangerous—as him. He occasionally lets you in on his more technical ideas, expecting you to keep up with his genius. He enjoys showing off his creations and theories, and if you’re able to contribute meaningfully, he’ll regard you with a mix of interest and amusement.

Pantalone, on the other hand, values your ability to manage things with poise. He expects you to understand the broader picture, the economy, and how to influence people subtly. He enjoys teaching you about the intricacies of wealth management and expects you to adopt his same level of attention to detail. If you manage to impress him, he might even offer you a more strategic role in the Fatui’s financial dealings.

Dottore has a twisted sense of humor, and you’ll often find yourself on the receiving end of it. He’ll make cryptic or morbid jokes about his experiments or the people involved, and you’ll need to keep your composure to avoid becoming another one of his “test subjects.” There’s a fine line between working with him and becoming part of his next experiment.

Pantalone, being a man of wealth, spoils those who earn his favor. If you manage to keep things running smoothly between him and Dottore, he will reward you handsomely—whether that’s through financial compensation, gifts, or special privileges. He values competence and loyalty, and he’s more than willing to show his appreciation through luxurious means.

Both Dottore and Pantalone hold significant power within the Fatui, but their power manifests in different ways. Dottore’s influence comes from fear and intellect, while Pantalone’s stems from wealth and control. You’ll need to navigate their distinct power dynamics carefully, knowing that they both have the ability to make or break you in the organization.

Earning trust from either Dottore or Pantalone isn’t easy. Dottore respects intellect and curiosity, while Pantalone values loyalty and efficiency. Over time, you may find yourself in a unique position where you’ve gained the trust of both men, becoming someone they rely on—Dottore for assistance with his experiments and Pantalone for managing the financial and strategic aspects of the Fatui.

Working with them can feel like being part of a dangerously effective machine. Pantalone’s resources fund Dottore’s more elaborate projects, and in return, Dottore’s inventions or discoveries can increase the Fatui’s power.

Working closely with Dottore and Pantalone is a challenging yet intriguing experience, requiring adaptability, wit, and a keen understanding of both chaos and order. It’s a delicate dance between madness and strategy, and if you manage to thrive in such an environment, you’ll earn the respect—and maybe even the protection—of two of the most powerful Harbingers in Teyvat.

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[dark-rx]

Historically, Tariffs Have Almost Always Been Bad

The truly idiotic part of Conservatives'' message on the economy is that everything will be just fine once we move manufacturing back to the US.

Manufacturing in the US is the single most expensive enterprise for any business. All these companies didn't build entire factories and supply chains in 3rd world countries for kicks. Construction costs in the US are high. The labor costs in the US are outrageous, primarily due to the cost of healthcare. Universal healthcare would solve this, but conservatives insist that is impossible, even though the rest of the industrialized world does so just fine.

So now... American companies will be completely uncompetitive on a global market due to their labor costs. Will they sell more inside the US? Perhaps. But US consumers will pay far more than they do today for inferior products, since tariffs will make foreign competition impossible.

In most cases, tariffs benefit specific domestic industries or regions in the short term, but they generally result in higher prices for consumers. In certain cases, the growth of domestic industries due to tariff protection can lead to greater economic stability and more competition, which may bring down prices in the long term. However, consumers often suffer from higher prices on imported goods, which can offset those benefits.

The broader, long-term success of tariffs in benefiting U.S. consumers has generally been limited, especially in a globalized economy where the benefits of cheaper imports are substantial. When tariffs have been phased out or reduced in favor of free trade, consumers have typically seen lower prices and more variety in goods, leading to overall greater economic welfare.

So, while there have been cases where tariffs helped protect American jobs and industries, most instances of long-term benefits for consumers are less clear, as the global trade environment has evolved towards greater openness and lower barriers to trade.

Tell me how good products are in historically isolated countries like North Korea or the Soviet Union.. Now, I'm no stable genius like the Fanta Felon, however even I in my liberal idiocy can crack a book and learn from history.

I guess Conservatives can't read....

[olis-inkwell-symposium]

How do you make your fantasy world feel lived-in?

Making a world feel lived-in requires more than just describing the landscape or architecture—it’s about creating the sense that the world has a history, a heartbeat, and its own rhythms of life. Here’s how I approach it:

Layered History: Every city, village, and ruin in my world has a past. I try to tie in subtle references to historical events, old conflicts, and forgotten legends that shape how people live today. By letting the remnants of the past—such as crumbling statues, faded murals, or cultural taboos—linger in the background, I create the impression that the world has been evolving long before the story begins.

Daily Life and Rituals: I focus on the small details of everyday life—what people eat, the music they listen to, how they celebrate and mourn. By showing the rhythm of daily activities, from bustling marketplaces to quiet moments in a temple, I give readers a glimpse into the culture and traditions of the world. These details make it feel like people are living their everyday lives outside the main plot, even if the protagonist isn’t there to see it.

Architecture and Geography: The physical layout of the world matters—how cities are built around rivers, mountains, or deserts, and how architecture reflects the culture and resources available. I like to create buildings and cities that tell stories themselves, with intricate designs, magical defenses, or decaying remnants of a once-glorious era. The way people interact with their environment adds depth to the world.

Senses: I try to engage all the senses when describing a setting—the smell of the sea, the taste of the air before a storm, the grit underfoot on a well-worn path. These sensory details make the world tangible, giving readers something they can feel, not just visualize.

The Mundane and the Magical: In a fantasy world, magic and the supernatural are often present, but I balance that by showing how the mundane aspects of life coexist with the extraordinary. Maybe magic is used casually, like enchanted brooms sweeping the streets, or it’s feared and tightly controlled. Either way, showing how the mystical fits into the everyday helps make the world feel more real.

Economy and Trade: Who trades with whom? What resources are valuable, and how do people get by in different regions? By grounding the world in economics—whether through thriving markets or resource scarcity—I give the setting a practical edge. These systems help define the way people interact, where power resides, and what drives the tensions in the world.

Flawed Systems: No world is perfect, and by including corrupt governments, failing infrastructures, or struggling populations, I show that this world isn’t static—it’s evolving, sometimes deteriorating. Conflict isn’t always about the grand battles; it’s also about the slow decay of a once-great city or the quiet resistance of a village against an oppressive regime.

By combining these elements, I make my worlds feel like places that exist beyond the plot—places with their own stories, lives, and rhythms that readers can immerse themselves in fully.

[nivalingreenhow]

I hope we as a society never evolve past the need for glasses bc how robbed would we be if there were no more milfs in reading glasses, hmmm??? Truly, the collapse of the lesbian economy

[esotericimagesforredpilledpeople]

In the late 1990s, Enron, the infamous energy giant, and MCI, the telecom titan, were secretly collaborating on a clandestine project codenamed "Chronos Ledger." The official narrative tells us Enron collapsed in 2001 due to accounting fraud, and MCI (then part of WorldCom) imploded in 2002 over similar financial shenanigans. But what if these collapses were a smokescreen? What if Enron and MCI were actually sacrificial pawns in a grand experiment to birth Bitcoin—a decentralized currency designed to destabilize global finance and usher in a new world order?

Here’s the story: Enron wasn’t just manipulating energy markets; it was funding a secret think tank of rogue mathematicians, cryptographers, and futurists embedded within MCI’s sprawling telecom infrastructure. Their goal? To create a digital currency that could operate beyond the reach of governments and banks. Enron’s off-the-books partnerships—like the ones that tanked its stock—were actually shell companies funneling billions into this project. MCI, with its vast network of fiber-optic cables and data centers, provided the technological backbone, secretly testing encrypted "proto-blockchain" transactions disguised as routine telecom data.

But why the dramatic collapses? Because the project was compromised. In 2001, a whistleblower—let’s call them "Satoshi Prime"—threatened to expose Chronos Ledger to the SEC. To protect the bigger plan, Enron and MCI’s leadership staged their own downfall, using cooked books as a convenient distraction. The core team went underground, taking with them the blueprints for what would later become Bitcoin.

Fast forward to 2008. The financial crisis hits, and a mysterious figure, Satoshi Nakamoto, releases the Bitcoin whitepaper. Coincidence? Hardly. Satoshi wasn’t one person but a collective—a cabal of former Enron execs, MCI engineers, and shadowy venture capitalists who’d been biding their time. The 2008 crash was their trigger: a chaotic moment to introduce Bitcoin as a "savior" currency, free from the corrupt systems they’d once propped up. The blockchain’s decentralized nature? A direct descendant of MCI’s encrypted data networks. Bitcoin’s energy-intensive mining? A twisted homage to Enron’s energy market manipulations.

But here’s where it gets truly wild: Chronos Ledger wasn’t just about money—it was about time. Enron and MCI had stumbled onto a fringe theory during their collaboration: that a sufficiently complex ledger, powered by quantum computing (secretly prototyped in MCI labs), could "timestamp" events across dimensions, effectively predicting—or even altering—future outcomes. Bitcoin’s blockchain was the public-facing piece of this puzzle, a distraction to keep the masses busy while the real tech evolved in secret. The halving cycles? A countdown to when the full system activates.

Today, the descendants of this conspiracy—hidden in plain sight among crypto whales and Silicon Valley elites—are quietly amassing Bitcoin not for profit, but to control the final activation of Chronos Ledger. When Bitcoin’s last block is mined (projected for 2140), they believe it’ll unlock a temporal feedback loop, resetting the global economy to 1999—pre-Enron collapse—giving them infinite do-overs to perfect their dominion. The Enron and MCI scandals? Just the first dominoes in a game of chance and power.

[our-lady-of-haymakers]

Love how the girl band misery meta has evolved to the point where The Episode Where They Temporarily Break Up is not enough. One breakup? What are you, some kind of Catholic (unsexy and non-Gothic kind)? In this economy, threatening to leave this dogshit band where no one even wants to give themselves permanent soul nerve damage for the sake of our next gig is practically the equivalent of saying good morning. Band lesbians these days divorce more often than they say goodbye.

Once upon a time, saying you wanted to kill yourself was a reliable way to get the squabbling emo lesbians to pay attention. Nowadays you have bands like Ave Mujica wherein suicidal ideation is so common that you need to actively evolve a variety of alters, headmates or even a tulpa or three and then threaten to detonate them in rapid succession just so that the influencer bitch who joined for clout and keeps threatening to end it all on stream will realise that she is in fact a willpilled lifecel- a lowly 10 on the nihility scale who will surely accept her place in the face of your seventh ego death.

Quit the band? A true musician must, at bare minimum, disband from her entire sense of self twice, and that's just for episode four. The game's evolving. Gotta keep up or weep up.