Overemployed

Salaries in computer engineering keep dropping, and stable jobs are disappearing. I’m often paid the same as people who do a fraction of the work, which makes me want to quit, but there’s nothing better out there.

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Social media can be considered a positive or a negative. When I first started using social media, I was able to reconnect with schoolmates, long lost friends, and former colleagues.

In the world of ov… more

How enjoyable does work need to be? I hear stories from friends about having fun at work or team building activities and it makes me wonder - does this help productivity?

Especially if you're overe… more

So for arguments sake, let's say you do not wish to be a W-2 employee. Instead, you decide to be your own boss and determine your worth.

I wonder, are you still considered overemployed if accepting more than o… more

So many changes! With all of the discussion of flat tax, no tax, and refunds, I'm wondering how much will change for the average Joe Lunchbucket. If he only has one job, he may notice a few more pennies in hi… more

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WFH has its advantages and disadvantages. If you are able to work from home, you can set up your work station to suit your needs. At the office, not so much. At home, your schedule can be adjusted to allow for ov… more

There are many variations of the definition of deception. One may say deliberately hiding the truth, or the action of causing someone to accept something as true, or intentionally misleading someone.

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Wait...what distractions? Depending on where you live, the weather may play a part in your ability to stay focused. If the sun is shining and the temperature is tolerable, I find myself losing ambition with all o… more

Having experience helps, whether you have one job or more than one. The more experience you have, the more your confidence increases. The more confident you are, the more willing you are to take on new challenges… more

Time is changing! Not to be understood, but in some areas, clocks will move forward by one hour. What does this mean? Making an adjustment for one less hour of rest on Sunday or missing church service, at least f… more

Most positions are salaried, rather than paid hourly. That being said, "full-time" employees can complete tasks or fulfill responsibilities within 20-30 hours.

If a salary is based on "f… more

Are you dressed for success? The majority (if not all) of overemployed people are working remotely. The advantages include no need to drive into the office or pack a lunch, but what about your outfit?

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Hi everyone,

I’m currently looking for a remote work opportunity where I can contribute and grow. I’m open to any entry-level position that doesn’t require specific qualifications—I’m a fast learner, adaptable, and read… more

Today was a rough day. A family member fell ill and had to be rushed to the ER. End of life is imminent. It was difficult to concentrate and even worse to keep everything organized between the jobs.

I … more

Is there a secret handshake? Asking for a friend...

So, you're happily overemployed and keeping your secret. One day you realize that a fellow co-worker is also overemployed. Here is your quandary,… more

I was on a break! Let's say you are successfully overemployed and you reach your first goal, so you decide to step away from J1 & J2. You enjoy the break & you return to J1, but find a different J2. D… more

Micro-managing. Does anyone really like it?

Imagine, you have an amazing job and you have all of the independence you could have wished for. You're able to find another job in the same field (and not with a co… more

Competition can be considered good or evil. Just like the turtle and the hare, each one had their own skill and yet, slow and steady won the race.

In the workplace, there will always be competition and… more

Word on the street is the request for 5 accomplishment at work. It seems like a simple request and yet some people are struggling to decide whether to respond.

With overemployment, I would think this i… more

So, today is election day in Germany. How does that affect the US workers? I'm not quite sure.

The electorate seems to be moving away from liberal policies to a more conservative approach and more tariffs, put… more

Let's say you have 1 W-2 job and in your free time, you start a hobby in your garage. With this hobby, you share pictures and social media posts, but now people are asking for what you are making.

You realize… more

With the possibility of a change in the tax laws, tax brackets, or taxability of income, Larry Lunchbucket may see an increase in "take-home" pay. There is talk that Social Security for seniors may not … more

How do you all manage being overemployed when you have so many meetings at both the places

Have you read any books or articles on OE? I am currently reading the Overemployment framework by Steven R Thomas and I love it! Now I want to read all that I can. Anyone have any favorites to share?

Tolerance at any level can be a challenge while working. Depending on the employer(s), you may be subjected to "corporate talk". When "Leadership" calls a meeting, you may be bombarded with a… more

In general, people handle stress differently and depending on your support system, it could make you or break you.

Your stress could be created in your personal life, a result of your environment or from the mult… more

To be or not to be part of an Employee Resource Group (ERG). These groups are generally found in larger corporations for like-minded employees with interests in supporting the military, exercise, non-work activi… more

Getting back into OE. Before to laptops was fine, but I think I need a better setup. Any suggestions on how to make things easier? I’m in more on screen meetings now. Im getting tired of putting my co… more

If you have an open mind, you can learn something new every day. I read an article that refers to the use of information technologies or the internet for personal purposes during work hours as cyberloafing.
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Under the surface of remote work, one can find a motivated group of individuals that can balance multiple roles. Their motivation can be by desire or necessity.

People on the outside looking in are quick to judge,… more

I recently read an article that reported a person from Connecticut that was employed for 2 separate government entities (1 state and 1 local) who was caught, fired, arrested, and prosecuted.

I'm initially stru… more

What tools are you using to stay organized? ClickUp, basecamp,

I’m looking at what tools should be on my list to learn next. Tech moves so fast now.

With all the speculations regarding tax laws and possible changes to them, the effect would be more far reaching than most expect.

With overemployment one may have multiple W-2 jobs and/or 1099 (contracts), so gro… more

Motivation comes in different shapes and sizes. Some people are self-motivated and others may need a little nudge from an outside influence. Are you self-motivated or do you need someone to light a fire?
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Change is inevitable. Sometimes it happens as a knee-jerk reaction or in the name of progress. In certain industries, change tends to happen every few years.

Previously, many companies allowed WFH for business con… more

Meetings - Meetings - Meetings. In my 40+ years of employment, there has always been a meeting, a stand-up or huddle. Are they a necessary evil? Most attendees would rather not have them, because they're disr… more

I recently read an report that said 84% of people have financial stress to the extent that they are physically exhausted and some even burned out.

With overemployment, one may believe that financial stress goes do… more

When you have one job, you try to budget based on your income less expenses. As you add more jobs (J2, J3, etc), your income increases while your expenses are relatively the same.

Do you change your sp… more