I finally gave up on the makerbot. Several years ago I got a Makerbot Replicator+ on a grant. I was never really happy with it, but this year it got worse.

The problem is that "auto-leveling" only samples a single point, the right rear of the buildplate. The result was that if the build plate had a cant, there was no way to correct for it. Yes, there are the two screws hidden in the front, but trying to level four corners, with two points of adjustment, was a never-ending frustration.

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Is it just me or have you also noticed that during the endless back to back zoom/teams meetings, people drift away and not take down action points?

What’s the best credit card for points in the UK. I’m from the US and have the Chase Sapphire Reserve and the Marriott Amex

Hi fellow fish need some advice.

I'm planning a wedding and wondering if I should apply for new credit cards to maximize on points. If so, wondering what your recommendations are and or if there are new cards out there I haven't heard of yet. For context I probably have another 20k+ in expenses to pay still and my current cards are:

CSP
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless
Citi double cash
Random card (used to be uber)

Anyone have any resources I can read or any tips on valuing IP? Specifically like a cloud-based data library that is constantly growing with new data points while keeping the historical data points. Kind of new territory for me...

Are there any Marriotts that are ski lodges or near one (<30 min away)? Looking to use points for a ski vacation. Beginner slopes appreciated 😀

Would you rather have 5x amex MR points or 3x chase UR points for each dollar spent on flights? Why? Company let's me book flights on personal cards and trying to decide which to choose.

Failed REG by 2 points... I feel defeated and honestly don’t know if I can do this anymore

How long is too long to take off from GMAT? Spent~8 months on it plus working while living alone and think it’s started to take its toll (panic attacks, etc.). Need to get up ~30 points or so and thinking of getting healthy/deferring application to next year.

Friend asked to buy my SPG/marriott points. How would that work hypothetically? $0.027/SPG , $0.009/Marriott? (According to Points guy) & transfer to their account?

Opinions on entry level Nomos? 33mm ludwig, tagente, or orion? F looking to understand the differences aside from numerals as even the specs look so similar but different price points

With product design questions, I struggle to identify user groups. Once I do everything starts flowing and I’m confident. But the initial identification of user groups is something I find challenging. What’s your go-to way of doing this? For example, the question “design a podcasting app for truck drivers.” What types of truck drivers can I select so that I can prioritize a user group to focus on and begin identification of pain points and solutions?

Hi Fishes,

Do these 2 points in the JD allude to modelling requirements?

• Prepare transaction specific and marketing materials (teasers, information memorandum, pitch books, corporate profiles, and industry data and analyses)

• Perform in-depth company and industry research supporting specific client engagements and marketing opportunities

I’m flying my mom to NY for the 2nd time from Taiwan for the birth of her first grandkid! I would love to upgrade her to business since she’s flying alone, doesn’t speak English, & hates flying. The only direct is EVA air. After researching, we think a good option is to use Chase points. My sister and I are combining our points but still short by a lot. Doesn’t look like we can buy Chase points, so wondering if anyone has any tips/hacks on how to get/buy more points?

What level of Amex earns points?

Shall we start curating a list of comp/bonus?
Saw the main bowl which has this list but few data points for Europe & UK.
Would be good to know what the pay is currently due to the hot market & new joiners with great comp?

I have 7 years of work exp in Data analytics & Data engineering team. Right now managing a team of 12. Will PMP certification help in career growth ? Needed some view points.

Currently have CSR and thinking about downgrading to one of the Freedom cards. I currently have 150k in points. How would that effect it if I were to downgrade to a Freedom card?

Hi Fishes,
Anyone working in Exxat?
Have heard very good points about the company.
Do share your views

Has anyone used the annual elite gift to buy a mattress through Marriott? If I buy it on my Boundless card will I get 6x points?

Post PA outcomes here!

Any idea why the new M3’s got the hideous grill yet the new 3 series don’t? I feel like all past M3’s had the same body as their non (pure) M counterparts.

Hey fellow 🐠, what do you think of making a fishbowl to meet up with fellow consulting professionals in the same city? To grow our network, get some more insights etc.? Would anyone be interested?

what you buying?

I hear, cco left Havas Chicago 😊

Anyone find that early in your consulting career ADD was an advantage... new projects, new colleagues new clients, etc. In brainstorming sessions everyone would come up with 5 ideas and i [CONT]

Open to positions in corp communications. Internal and external. Location - chennai. Please share any leads.

ACCA and CPA qualifications. How useful are they in the line of consulting. I work in the M&A space focusing on FDD. Happy to have a chat to see what qualifications if any are actually useful in our line of work.

Can someone suggest good material for full stack web developer and any platform to learn and get good real life experience

Anyone know how to be selected for Prestige 40 under 40? Don’t think can apply

What's your favorite red wine?

All I want to do is curl up in bed with hot tea and a good book. Recommendations for if I ever achieve said dream?

Here's a question I wish I never had to ask. Is it better to use the code for bereavement leave or just burn pto I'm going to lose anyway? Does it make a difference from a utilization standpoint?

One of very few things I am passionate about is high fashion. But the opportunities (e.g. corp dev) in high fashion seem so limited. Can anyone advise how to break into high fashion? I am a strategy

How do you negotiate higher salaries or stock in an offer?

Planning a babymoon with my wife. Shooting for April-May and looking at Hawaii (Maui or Big Island). Hoping with the vaccine and travel precautions, it'll be okay, but we're also prepared to cancel.

Any recommendations for hotels there that you've liked? I figure the Ritz or Four Seasons, but would love some opinions from those who have been.

In addition to internships, what types of work-based learning experiences do you offer for your students?

Where does the bulk of your budget come from? Perkins? How do you supplement anything your budget can’t afford?

If you could automate one thing about your work, what would it be?

It’s officially October, so let’s check-in and see how the start of the school year is going for everyone. What’s been some wins you’ve experienced thus far? Any concerns?

Class size is a big deal, in NY a new piece of legislation was signed to bring down student count per class from 34 to 25 over the next few years. How big are your CTE classes? In NYC, they’re typically about 28 students.

What do you wish policy makers would consult CTE teachers on?

It’s a new year, NEW DECADE, so what will you try different in your class?

Does anyone have experience with ACT WorkKey assessments? Do you offer them to your students, and if so, who pays? Are these assessments of any value??

I’m a senior career service coordinator for a trades school that recently became accredited as a college. I’m just curious what average pay for these roles are in Michigan?

! The international Girls Academy is launching a Global Education Week from April 11-19, they have some really amazing projects for teachers and students. And it’s free! Email:theinternationalgirlsacademy@gmail.com for more info!

Where do you find your CTE community? Is it through this platform, a professional organization, or another avenue?

Anyone interested in teaching automotive technology in an Ohio CTE high school starting in the 2022-2023 school year. I’m retiring and trying to help find my replacement.

What types of credentials does your program offer to scholars?

At my school, we’re extremely fortunate to be able to discuss expansion plans. This week’s question is: What is one thing you’d like to get if you had the means (Money, Space, etc.) to get it?

Does anybody use the free Quickbooks program for students and teachers?

What’s the highest degree you attained? Is it content area or education related? Did you need to get it for certification or was there another reason?

How difficult is it to locate vendors that work with your school’s procurement system? How do you obtain your specialized equipment/software?

Did you need to do anything special to get your teaching credential as a person of the trades? Do you have to do anything specific for CTE teachers in order to keep/maintain/upgrade your teaching license/certification?