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Originally posted by Hitchhiker's Guide to... View Postfecking airport free wi-fi, forgot about that, was kind of hoping for the free time from distraction to work on the grand total of zero slides currently prepared for tomorrow's five hours of classes.airport, lol
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Originally posted by NewApproach View PostEven still, I'd be amazed if it comes anywhere close to this figure, but I;m prepared to be proven wrong.
€25k is more like it I reckon, inc. stakes.
A difference between a liability of €25,000 versus £400,000 as mentioned in their blog would flag issues with auditing I would have thought.
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Originally posted by 5starpool View PostInterview next week with Anglo/IBRC, not sure whether I want it or not even though the money is decent (daily rate contract thing).
In terms of the atmosphere it is supposed to be decent, no stress and nobody will be on your back for deadlines.
Basically it will be the opposite to what you are at now which I am sure sounds great but in reality may get a little boring.
If you are worried about it effecting your future ability coming back into the market. No is the answer as you are an IT contractor and there is a big shortage. You may need to adjust your rate as I believe that they are paying over current odds.
My advice take the money, relax and upskill while the work is easy (usually certifications etc) so that you can make more money when you move on. I am a greedy fucker tho
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Just to say they will probs need you more than you need them so dont be afraid to half interview them rather than just let it be one way traffic
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Originally posted by Iago View PostEven if I'm wrong in my assessment of the amount paid to IPBers, surely they would have to announce a correct figure. They are a public company subject to audited accounts aren't they?
A difference between a liability of €25,000 versus £400,000 as mentioned in their blog would flag issues with auditing I would have thought.
It would have nothing to do with audited figures, as a publicly traded company or a private one they are entitled and almost certain to lie in order to gain the maximum amount of free advertising.Turning millions into thousands
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Originally posted by 5starpool View PostInterview next week with Anglo/IBRC, not sure whether I want it or not even though the money is decent (daily rate contract thing).Originally posted by RichieM View PostDo the interview and ask questions about the role. From what I have been told the work is reasonable boring as it is more maintenance and small migrations rather than any meaningful development. Essentially keeping everything working so the lads can find all the times the law was broken and package everything up for sale.
In terms of the atmosphere it is supposed to be decent, no stress and nobody will be on your back for deadlines.
Basically it will be the opposite to what you are at now which I am sure sounds great but in reality may get a little boring.
If you are worried about it effecting your future ability coming back into the market. No is the answer as you are an IT contractor and there is a big shortage. You may need to adjust your rate as I believe that they are paying over current odds.
My advice take the money, relax and upskill while the work is easy (usually certifications etc) so that you can make more money when you move on. I am a greedy fucker tho
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Just to say they will probs need you more than you need them so dont be afraid to half interview them rather than just let it be one way traffic
I remember buying a bike on the cycle to work scheme a few years ago and the guy ahead of me in the queue was picking his bike up and got asked where he worked in order to find the correct invoice.
He mumbled "Anglo" and the shop assistant didn't hear him and he had to repeat it louder. Twas funny at the time because the guy was obviously embarrassed and it was just after the bank guarantee etc.
These days as long as you don't stray into Cavan I doubt you'd have a problem!!‘IF YOU had not committed great sins, God would not have sent a punishment like me upon you.” Genghis Khan
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My wife and I went to the voting booths this morning before work. There were 4 older ladies running the show and 3 voting booths that are similar to a scienc...
Voting machines defective in the states
I'm the guy who shot the video, hopefully this doesn't get burried. You guys have questions, I have answers.
My wife and I went to the voting booths this morning before work. There were 4 older ladies running the show and 3 voting booths that are similar to a science fair project in how they fold up. They had an oval VOTE logo on top center and a cartridge slot on the left that the volunteers used to start your ballot.
I initially selected Obama but Romney was highlighted. I assumed it was being picky so I deselected Romney and tried Obama again, this time more carefully, and still got Romney. Being a software developer, I immediately went into troubleshoot mode. I first thought the calibration was off and tried selecting Jill Stein to actually highlight Obama. Nope. Jill Stein was selected just fine. Next I deselected her and started at the top of Romney's name and started tapping very closely together to find the 'active areas'. From the top of Romney's button down to the bottom of the black checkbox beside Obama's name was all active for Romney. From the bottom of that same checkbox to the bottom of the Obama button (basically a small white sliver) is what let me choose Obama. Stein's button was fine. All other buttons worked fine.
I asked the voters on either side of me if they had any problems and they reported they did not. I then called over a volunteer to have a look at it. She him hawed for a bit then calmly said "It's nothing to worry about, everything will be OK." and went back to what she was doing. I then recorded this video.
EDIT: There is a lot of speculation that the footage is edited. I'm not a video guy, but if it's possible to prove whether a video has been altered or not, I will GLADLY provide the raw footage to anyone who is willing to do so. The jumping frames are a result of the shitty camera app on my Android phone, nothing more.
EDIT2: I have been contacted by NBC Universal and BBC News.People say I should be more humble I hope they understand, they don't listen when you mumble
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Originally posted by Iago View PostEven if I'm wrong in my assessment of the amount paid to IPBers, surely they would have to announce a correct figure. They are a public company subject to audited accounts aren't they?
A difference between a liability of €25,000 versus £400,000 as mentioned in their blog would flag issues with auditing I would have thought.
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Originally posted by V for Vendetta View PostNobody would bat an eyelid at you for working there. It would at least mean you might have an interesting Anglo story for your next job. I can't imagine it would be even close to stressful.
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Originally posted by Strewelpeter View PostYou can be sure of one thing and that is that they are paying out less than the equivalent amount of publicity would cost them.
It would have nothing to do with audited figures, as a publicly traded company or a private one they are entitled and almost certain to lie in order to gain the maximum amount of free advertising.
a) %chance of Romney winning + the cost of paying out both v's
b) % chance of Obama winning anyway and no publicity
Where the extra publicity is > the cost of A
Ultimately they believe Obama is going to win and it would cost them more to get publicity than they lose by paying out early and being wrong.
Originally posted by NewApproach View PostThese aren’t audited financial statements, they are marketing press releases. They say what they like.
It also has more chance of gaining publicity and free marketing of course.
Edit: I guess I just don't buy the €25,000 exposure piece, there is no way it was that low imo.
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Anyone been to Carlingford? Myself and a group of mates heading there for New Years. Would you recommend it? Many pubs, clubs etc?
One of the girls is organising it and recons it's a good spot to go but I always thought it was in the middle of nowhere, none of us have been there before except her and she could be off in her own little world...
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Originally posted by Caf View PostAnyone been to Carlingford? Myself and a group of mates heading there for New Years. Would you recommend it? Many pubs, clubs etc?
One of the girls is organising it and recons it's a good spot to go but I always thought it was in the middle of nowhere, none of us have been there before except her and she could be off in her own little world...
More of a golf & few pints after place than a mad spot i'd say
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Originally posted by Caf View PostAnyone been to Carlingford? Myself and a group of mates heading there for New Years. Would you recommend it? Many pubs, clubs etc?
One of the girls is organising it and recons it's a good spot to go but I always thought it was in the middle of nowhere, none of us have been there before except her and she could be off in her own little world...
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Originally posted by Dice75 View PostCorbett should know but iirc, 4/5 pubs & a hotel outside village. Clubs, don't think so.
More of a golf & few pints after place than a mad spot i'd sayOriginally posted by Percy007 View PostIts a great spot but no Clubs im afraid, lots of pubs. Although im sure the 4 Seasons hotel will have something on on NY. Strange time of year to think about going there imo.
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Originally posted by Caf View PostCheers lads, yeah strange time to go there alright. She's away with the fairies but I wasn't about to stop someone else from organising it. May as well push to go to Kilkenny again.
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Originally posted by Dice75 View PostKnowing what your'e like you'll probably end up heading into Dundalk looking for action after midnight anyway.
SPOILEROriginally posted by Caf View PostFML brought a girl home last night and she left with my laptop. I wouldn't mind but the tide wouldn't take her out!!! RAGE!!
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Originally posted by smoothcall View PostQuick Q for people who have a clue bout computers, got one today and only one DVI connection on the back even though I asked does it connect two monitors. Can I just connect one using DVI and one HDMI ?
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Originally posted by Caf View PostAnyone been to Carlingford? Myself and a group of mates heading there for New Years. Would you recommend it? Many pubs, clubs etc?
One of the girls is organising it and recons it's a good spot to go but I always thought it was in the middle of nowhere, none of us have been there before except her and she could be off in her own little world...‘IF YOU had not committed great sins, God would not have sent a punishment like me upon you.” Genghis Khan
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Originally posted by V for Vendetta View PostGreat craic in that hotel with a hillbilly crowd. If you want fancy nightclubs then its a no. But if you want some decent food, mad cross eyed locals and an early morning hike or sea paddle on New Year's Day then it's a cracker.
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Originally posted by Strewelpeter View Post
Its an iPhone 4 not 5 if you are lucky you might get someone dumb to give you 40 for it.
So if anyone is selling either in good condition for a reasonable price I would be interestedHer sky-ness
© 5starpool
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Pretty sure SP is just ranting about Apples marketing ability to make consumers covet the new model and not even consider the old after the release.This may or may not be an original thought of my own.
All efforts were made to make this thought original but with the abundance of thoughts in the world the originality of this thought cannot be guaranteed.
The author is not liable for any issue arising from the platitudinous nature of this post.
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Originally posted by 5starpool View PostInterview next week with Anglo/IBRC, not sure whether I want it or not even though the money is decent (daily rate contract thing)."We are not Europeans. Those people on the continent are freaks."
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SPOILER
People say I should be more humble I hope they understand, they don't listen when you mumble
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this is just brilliant
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People say I should be more humble I hope they understand, they don't listen when you mumble
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A bit harsh?
I don't think so he can fuck right off IMO I've asked him a few times to stop spamming me and to tell me who gave him my email address.
Hi Neil,
I've previously asked your business not to contact me again and yet you continue to do so. In future I will be invoicing you at at rate of €50 per e mail received as a handling charge for dealing with your unsolicited mails.
However I do want to know where you got my email address from. and I will accept free of charge a mail from your personal account explaining how you acquired my contact details as I never gave them to you.
Please reply within 24 hours with the answer to the above question or I will be forced to report you to the Data Commissioner for your repeated refusal to stop sending me unsolicited e mails.
RegardsLast edited by Strewelpeter; 06-11-12, 21:11.Turning millions into thousands
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