Originally Posted by
himespau
My university underwent a hiring freeze this spring and any offer or negotiation that didn't have a signed letter got immediately cancelled. Made all of use who worked here (and were involved in searches) feel like a bunch of tools. Can't imagine how it felt to the people who may have turned down other offers because the negotiation was in the final stage. Hope you find someone who knows how to treat employees properly.
Jeez that's terrible too. I can't imagine turning down other jobs and then having the rug pulled out. I'm employed at least so while difficult to handle it's not going to ruin me.
Originally Posted by
gsteinb
Working is definitely over rated.
I don't really work anymore, though I haven't found much of a way of getting paid for it. Mostly I'm a house husband. I teach some, and was approached about writing a book, which I'm working on.
It's not the worst life, though it did cut into the funds to play around with.
#lifegoals I would be a house husband in a hot minute.