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    Over-rated / terrible movies?

    Trainspotting. 8.1 on IMDB. I wouldn't even give it a 4
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    US: Billions (2016)

    I thought this season was as great and better than a few of the old ones
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    90's US sitcoms

    The Wonder Years Fresh Prince Full House Hang Time Boy Meets World That 70s Show California Dreams Blossom Moesha
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    Gf being pushed/managed out of her job - looking to be signed off.. Any advice to help?

    Many companies are desperate to recruit candidates they think can do the job. Recruiting can be a pain in the ass. If she passed the interview they clearly think she can do the job and fit in. I wouldn't worry so much about references as most are handled by HR to be generic and say almost...
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    Fixed term contracts - Disadvantages?

    more and more companies are using FTC as a way to fill roles now but with an end date in case the markets and business have future issues arising from covid. Therefore they are not stuck with the additional headcount costs on the books if things go south. If all goes well the companies will...
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    Split Air con

    I just had a 2.5kw Samsung split unit installed in the bedroom. Best money I've spent and was a dream finally being able to sleep in the heatwave as our bedroom has the sun all afternoon and evening and is 5 degrees hotter than the opposite side of the house. We paid £949 (including VAT) which...
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    Performance reviews - quit while I'm behind?

    Personally, if I were you I'd really make an effort in the current role while starting to look elsewhere. Also, get one of those 'today's priorities' notepads. Build a to-do list each day and work through it. Keep each days pages, as if you are being managed out you have some evidence of the...
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    Withdrawal of Conditional Employment Contract

    the same thing happened to my wife previously, but due to a 'restructure'. Nothing we could do after taking legal advice. I've got a new starter to help onboard on Monday then he will work remotely. Luckily I work for a financial services employer that is continuing with a recruitment campaign...
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    Advice on whether to stick with contract role or to take permanent role

    Because contracting is a natural progression for both experienced and quality BA's. If the average salary for a BA is 38-50k and the day rate for a good contractor is 400-500 the money is the a lot more tempting. I've found that better BA's often move into contracting or go to PM or PO route...
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    Negotiating an offer.

    As someone who recruits for roles ranging from 25-50k or up to 500 a day I can honestly say just ask for more, but in a professional way that makes it clear you're asking because you are losing a number of benefits and need the compensation to remain the same overall to justify the move. Don't...
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    Advice on whether to stick with contract role or to take permanent role

    I run a team of 12 BA's containing both perms and contractors and i'm recruiting 4 more. I can say that both have benefits. IR35 may cause significant issues for you, and of course, all companies would rather replace contractors with perms so your stability isnt guaranteed for the full term. I...
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    Jesters* Crossfit Journey

    Our session was brutal today: http://www.crossfitbfg.com/wod/
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    Official Home Gym Building Thread

    As a competitive crossfitter and someone who does a fair bit of oly lifting these setups are like a wetdream! I'd loved to have picked up up a set of the Klokov plates in the AF black friday sale but didnt have anywhere to store them at the time. Still have my eye on a set of the 25's they...
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    Memorable movie soundtracks

    Almost Famous
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    Albums which you like you like ALL of the tracks

    Nirvana - Unplugged in NY Staind - Break The Cycle The Wonder Years - Suburbia I've Given You Everything A Wilhelm Scream - Mute Print New Found Glory - Hit or Miss Gaslight Anthem - The 59 Sound
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    Anyone been to milton keynes snowdome?

    Just go. If you hate it you dont have to go back again and at least you will know. I love the freestyle nights.
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    How do you get your books?

    readitswapit.co.uk is brilliant
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    Sky player - away from home?

    just hooked up my old mans sky subscription on my xbox in the new place and it works a treat
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    Good documentary films?

    brilliant film
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