Overemployed

Main job has sporadic meetings (where I either lead or am heavily involved) and random deadlines. Also, in office 3 days a week.

What types of jobs would align to for a 2nd full time role? Where are y… more

Overemployed in Finance. How are you making it work? How did you disclose or did you take your chances with not disclosing?

Currently mid level in a risk-organization (~180k) but looking at alternativ… more

What is your take on having an app / ai automatically applying for you? If hr is already overwhelmed with applications, does this being part of the application overload help or hinder?

I’m trying to validate a product idea. When you were on the job market, would you have found it helpful to have a product that allowed you to track your interview process and to see candidate reviews… more

I’m a workaholic. I love to work. And I’m pretty good at what I do.

I currently hold 2 full time jobs and a 20h/week contract. I can’t get a job that matches my skillset, so I end up doing “senior” work for companies th… more

Got laid off last week from my corporate job. Now reducing from 2 FT roles down to 1. 50% income wiped out. Held on for almost years. I was going to quit at the 2 year point. Ironically, my sever… more

How does your company recognize remote/virtual employees?

Tech strategy consultant here (PMO/SDLC/SOX-heavy background), looking to get overemployed with a second remote gig while keeping my FT role solid. Curious how others in delivery, PM, or product made … more

So I’m employed with 2 orgs that are completely seperate domains and have no conflict. The lesser job my manager wants me to apply for a higher role. I am worried if they do a background check they wi… more

Has anyone ever been caught doing OE? Were you fired?

Tips on not getting caught? I have one full-time remote job and am interviewing for another full-time remote job in the same industry. What are the risks? What happens if I get caught? Is it legal to … more

Finally getting some full time remote roles after almost a year of just contracts. I’m excited to be doing OE again but I’m onboarding at two new places next week. One requires in person onboarding. H… more

It’s crazy how overemployement makes me feel alone.

I can’t share with any of my coworkers that I am a talented individual.
Nor can I share it with friends because they become jealous or have a different opinion of… more

Does anyone know where I can find contracts or temp agency, or know the name of one that has contracts for data entry and/claims processing in healthcare????

I have been OE for more than 1 year now. It is financially incredible. But it has drained all my energy. I don't know how much longer I'll last.

One might say if you are not working for competitors, overemployment is understood. At-will employment goes both ways, especially since lifetime employment is a thing of the past.

While searching for m… more

Motivation comes in all forms. Some people are super motivated and others not so much, but I believe it is part of the DNA.

Imagine having a Spouse that is happy to go along to get along and you are a take charge … more

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Sooo I have worked 2 full time TPM roles since May 2023. I have held Job 1 since 2021 with Job 2 since May 2023.

I had all intention in actually quitting Job 1 when I got Job 2 but found I could work both with ease.

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What are your thoughts on paying elevated technologies $6k to help me get multiple jobs? Is it worth it? I need a job or two or three.. what advice do you have to stop getting auto rejection responses… more

Let's say you're really good at what you do and you are able to have more than one job.

Let's also say you are so good, your manager wants you to be a trainer of the new employees. You are offered a sl… more

I took a respite today from everything to reflect on the renewal following the celebration of Easter.

The urge to start fresh came over me. I made a plan for the rest of the year to improve myself, increase my skills, and ear… more

I recently read an article that reported 36% of people are overemployed and 80% of people have a side gig. I'm not sure if I should believe the results.

If the purpose of overemployment is to keep … more

I recently read in a forum that J2 wanted proof of resigning from J1 as a condition of employment. How can you say the company is anti-OE without saying they're anti-OE?

If this has happened to you… more

Let's talk about anonymity. Posting ideas or comments can be made without identifying yourself. Leaving hand-written notes can be left. Even a phone number can be cloaked.

But with LinkedIn, socia… more

If Applying to Remote Jobs Feels Like Throwing Your Résumé into a Black Hole…
You're not crazy for feeling discouraged. Hundreds of applications. Ghosted interviews. "We're looking for someone… more

Technology is a wonderful thing and it can help you or hurt you. Computers, Doc-u-sign, and high-speed internet can be your friend. Screen monitoring, key-stroke assessments, and no-mute policy makes overemployment challengi… more

One of my bosses recently said there's no such thing as good news or bad news, it's simply news. We'll, that's a great way to look at it, if it doesn't affect the person sharing "the news".
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I have noticed lately that "Leadership" really doesn't want to know what my daily tasks are, just as long as the job gets done. Now multiply that by 3. Although it sounds frustrating, it makes bein… more

One of the advantages of overemployment is the ability to fund your retirement account. I have noticed that my own account is climbing and falling, I'm sure due to the report of tariffs.

I'm no… more

Working with your hands (Plumber, Electrician, Carpenter) is honorable, but does limit your opportunities for overemployment, because you only have 2 hands. Yes, you have to be a problem solver & use your brain.
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Confidence is one thing and arrogance is another. Over the years, I have learned a lot, increased my skills and searched for new opportunities. This confidence has served me well while overemployed.

I … more

I met a co-worker tonight at a local pub. We talked about the office shenanigans, people we don't like and our future plans.

The best part? Not spilling the beans about my overemployment despite the amount of… more

Retirement is right around the corner for me and I know that my life will change. Working more than one job at a time has really made time fly without realizing it.

I may be retiring from one job, beca… more

There are good days that outweigh the bad days. Weather can affect your mood. If you are hungry or thirsty, it's hard to concentrate. When you are not feeling well, your motivation is low.

When ove… more

The best advice I ever received was to stay humble. At first, I was a little surprised, because I have never acted as if I was better than anyone, but then I realized it was sincere advice.

If you are able to mana… more

When I was in high school, many moons ago, there were so many school activities to choose from or not. It was an awkward time to be sure.

But on the other hand, if you were attending all of your classes, played in… more

Job security is something everyone wants to hear, especially if you're overemployed. To have one less worry while juggling schedules and projects helps with focus.

Do you believe that job security… more

Greed is one of the 7 deadly sins.

Most people have their reasons for having more than one job. Self-funding retirement accounts, saving for a large purchase, or planning for a once-in-a-lifetime luxur… more