Rickysa Posted March 8, 2006 Report Share Posted March 8, 2006 Dentist Salmon Steelhead fishing guide on the side Too funny!! Dentist here and.....Offshore fishing guide on the side :P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AceOfHeart Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 undergrad in national university of Singapore majoring in Information Systems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luke warm Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 i retired as training coordinator at an oil refinery (well, the refinery was sold and i had a choice - take the retirement package or don't take the package)... i did absolutely nothing for about 6 years, then took a position with the state, speaking to retirees and state agencies about the insurance program Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walddk Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 i did absolutely nothing for about 6 years I'd just love a job like that. Doing nothing for 3 hours, then a couple of hours off (lunch included), back to doing nothing for another 3 hours, a couple of hours off (yawn!), and my day is over. Needless to say, Monday mornings would start Tuesday at noon. Doing this for 6 years must be heaven on earth :) Roland Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
42 Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 i did absolutely nothing for about 6 years I'd just love a job like that. Doing nothing for 3 hours, then a couple of hours off (lunch included), back to doing nothing for another 3 hours, a couple of hours off (yawn!), and my day is over. Needless to say, Monday mornings would start Tuesday at noon. Doing this for 6 years must be heaven on earth ;) RolandIn fact it isn't always heaven. We want to be important for others, be in contact with others, decide, be respected, have a status, get a "wdp" (may be in form of money). I was at home for a long peroid (there for the children who were more and more absent) but it wasn't always fun! BBO was not yet what it is today :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luke warm Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 it was very nice... wish it could have lasted longer (maybe another 30 yrs or so), but unplanned circumstances interfered... i miss doing nothing i didn't want to do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keylime Posted March 11, 2006 Report Share Posted March 11, 2006 Gee, what job haven't I done? lol Currently I work as a system admin for an I/T managed care services company in Fairfax, VA. The job is excellent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr1303 Posted March 13, 2006 Report Share Posted March 13, 2006 I'm currently attempting to write up my thesis on some computational chemistry rubbish, ultra dull and as a result I keep getting distracted. Apart from that I edit my bridge magazine when I have any interesting thoughts, and otherwise bum around. Bumming around is fun when you have a student loan to live off of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finch Posted March 13, 2006 Report Share Posted March 13, 2006 Originally a mathematician, I now work in "strategic planning" (strategy some of the year, planning some of the year, research some of the year) for a large multinational company, emphasis on the financial side. I bummed around mainly playing bridge for 4 wonderful post-grad years at university living on a student grant. Never got round to writing up, got a real job instead. Currently commuting weekly from Surrey (England) to the Netherlands and not enjoying it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nickf Posted March 13, 2006 Report Share Posted March 13, 2006 I landed in my dream job about 8 years ago. I bought the only store in Australia specialising in bridge. I believe it's one of only 12 in the world too, but I'm struggling to name them all. Maybe Forum readers can advise (I'm talking bricks and mortar). There's London x 2 (is this right?), Paris, Lyons (I think), Sydney, Perth, I think a couple in Germany. nickfsydney Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walddk Posted March 13, 2006 Report Share Posted March 13, 2006 I landed in my dream job about 8 years ago. I bought the only store in Australia specialising in bridge. I believe it's one of only 12 in the world too, but I'm struggling to name them all. Maybe Forum readers can advise (I'm talking bricks and mortar). There's London x 2 (is this right?), Paris, Lyons (I think), Sydney, Perth, I think a couple in Germany. nickfsydney Bridgebutikken (The Bridge Shop) in Copenhagen, Denmark. http://www.bridgebutikken.dk/Cart/index.ph...25380.161.21.38 Not sure if this counts, but the Danish Bridge Federation also has a large bridge shop at their premises 30 miles north of Bridgebutikken. http://www.bridge.dk/forlaget/ Roland Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanrover Posted March 13, 2006 Report Share Posted March 13, 2006 I only know of 1 in London (The one on Euston Road) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanrover Posted March 13, 2006 Report Share Posted March 13, 2006 Oh, and that one specialising in mind games, not just bridge (bridge takes up approximately 20% of the floor space). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joshs Posted March 13, 2006 Report Share Posted March 13, 2006 Originally a mathematician, I now work in "strategic planning" (strategy some of the year, planning some of the year, research some of the year) for a large multinational company, emphasis on the financial side. I bummed around mainly playing bridge for 4 wonderful post-grad years at university living on a student grant. Never got round to writing up, got a real job instead. Currently commuting weekly from Surrey (England) to the Netherlands and not enjoying it. Is there somewhere that fits your job description other than KBR? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hrothgar Posted March 13, 2006 Report Share Posted March 13, 2006 Originally a mathematician, I now work in "strategic planning" (strategy some of the year, planning some of the year, research some of the year) for a large multinational company, emphasis on the financial side. I bummed around mainly playing bridge for 4 wonderful post-grad years at university living on a student grant. Never got round to writing up, got a real job instead. Currently commuting weekly from Surrey (England) to the Netherlands and not enjoying it. Is there somewhere that fits your job description other than KBR? Royal Dutch Shell is noted for the quality of its strategic planning group...Ifs often considered a rather plum assignment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joshs Posted March 13, 2006 Report Share Posted March 13, 2006 Originally a mathematician, I now work in "strategic planning" (strategy some of the year, planning some of the year, research some of the year) for a large multinational company, emphasis on the financial side. I bummed around mainly playing bridge for 4 wonderful post-grad years at university living on a student grant. Never got round to writing up, got a real job instead. Currently commuting weekly from Surrey (England) to the Netherlands and not enjoying it. Is there somewhere that fits your job description other than KBR? Royal Dutch Shell is noted for the quality of its strategic planning group...Ifs often considered a rather plum assignment Oh, are they in surray also? there probably are a few companies that fit this discription. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walddk Posted March 13, 2006 Report Share Posted March 13, 2006 The only place worth mentioning in Surrey (county south of the Thames in London) is The Brit Oval. The Oval cricket ground in Kennington is the home of Surrey County Cricket Club and was the venue for the first test match between Australia and England. In 1882 a spectator is said to have bitten through his umbrella handle during a tense defeat of England by Australia. This was the first time England had lost on native soil and The Sporting Times produced an obituary lamenting the death of English Cricket. During England’s next tour of Australia, the victorious England captain was presented an urn of ashes- said to represent the cremated ashes of English Cricket. The Ashes are now presented to the victors in test matches between the two nations. Roland Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanrover Posted March 14, 2006 Report Share Posted March 14, 2006 Strangely enough, The Oval is in London, not Surrey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finch Posted March 14, 2006 Report Share Posted March 14, 2006 I'm sorry this thread seems to have gone into a diversion about Surrey! English counties are slightly odd things. The Oval certainly is in Surrey but it is also definitely in London. Similarly, Lords, which is Middlesex's home cricket ground, is is Middlesex but is also definitely in London. Historically, 'London' as a county didn't exist: there was a city called London which was in various counties; mainly Surrey south of the river Thames, Middlesex North of the river. We now have this huge hulking thing called London which has a number of 'metropolitan' boroughs and a mayor/assembly. But the cricketing counties have been around a lot longer than that: there is no London county cricket team. For bridge things are much more relaxed, if you live in London you can choose whether to join London county bridge association or Surrey/Middlesex depending on where you live. By the way, Surrey is not just 'county South of the Thames in London'. There's a lot of Surrey that isn't in London and is quite a way outside London, including lots of commuter towns, some lovely little villages and attractive countryside. FWIW I do work for Shell, there's nothing confidential or embarrassing about that, but it didn't seem in line with the tone of this thread to name (commercial) employers. My husband & home are in Surrey, not Shell's UK offices. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walddk Posted March 14, 2006 Report Share Posted March 14, 2006 I suggest that you get a position at Surrey County Cricket Club, for three reasons mainly: 1. Much closer to your home.2. It will please Jeffrey.3. You can get me tickets for the tests and ODI's. Furthermore, they certainly need an expert on "strategic planning" there. Not sure what they are doing in Division 2! Roland :P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanrover Posted March 14, 2006 Report Share Posted March 14, 2006 You can get tickets for the tests and ODIs by becoming a member. Actually I went to the South Africa tests 3 years back and they mailed me some forms enabling me advanced booking for the following summers internationals. I wasn't a member. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winstonm Posted March 14, 2006 Report Share Posted March 14, 2006 I'm sorry this thread seems to have gone into a diversion about Surrey! I'm from Oklahoma - the only Surrey I know is the one with the fringe on top. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slothy Posted March 16, 2006 Report Share Posted March 16, 2006 I have had quite a few professions in my life (anyone who accidently or otherwise read my BBO profile before i changed it may understand why i chose these particular professions :) ) In 1990 i was an author. My first publication 'Scrabble Strategies For Dyslexics', written in Braille was a failure after my publishers decided to print the first edition on crepe-paper... So i gave this up... In 1991, i became a gynaecologist. Despite my 'I offer a Better Cervix Than Other Gynaecologists' slogan this career was short-lived after i realised i didnt have the tunnel-vision for this particular job... So i gave this up too... In 1992, i took up my long passion and became a concert pianist. However, after the organiser for an outdoor concert in Hyde Park didnt let me wear gloves for my performance ( it was such a cold day!) ... i gave this up too.... In 1993, i did a brief stint as a masseur. But, after a week in the job, i rubbed my boss up the wrong way. He got angry so I threw in the towel (which ensured i got fired as this was the only thing he happened to be wearing at the time)... So, i gave this up too... In 1994, the Church announced me as the Second Messiah. But i found it too much of a sacrifice and i was never able to get my message a-cross. So, i rang John Paul II and told him that it wasnt my calling... and he replied if it wasnt me calling then who was calling??? ....anyway.... In 1995, i became a matador. This spearheaded for a quick end when it didnt reconcile with my newly-found vegetarian life-style. Alas,'never the twain shall meat'. Anyway, what they say about the glory of being a matador is a load of bull... So, i gave this up too... In 1997, I became a Kama Sutra guru, offering couples the opportunity to explore their sexuality. Despite my penetratingly insightful tutorials, i was sacked when husbands complained about me giving their wives 'hands-on', 'filler-in' sessions... So i gave this up too.. In 1998, i briefly became a Samurai Warrior. But, whilst employed as a mercenary during the Afghan uprising, riding into battle on a horse with a sword in my hand was no match for 12 year old guerillas with bazookas... So i gave this up too... In 1999, i was a bridge professional. Had i played my cards right, I may have been very successful :) So, after a quick cup of Lavazza coffee.. i decided to give this up too... i am currently working as an electrician, but i will pull the plug on this soon. I, (also,) design (inaccessible) web-sites and co-ordinate a voluntary organisation to give asylum-seekers educational opportunities that the rest of us take for granted... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finch Posted March 16, 2006 Report Share Posted March 16, 2006 How many times did you change sex in that career? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badmonster Posted March 16, 2006 Report Share Posted March 16, 2006 Criminal defense and appeals. Mostly drugs. And, despite some thoughts I have shared, I get paid in money, not barter. I do customer service for a limo company, but I wish I were a paralegal for Ken. Oh not for the drugs, but because it sounds interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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