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overemployed
I have J1 down, completely remote, only requires 4 hours of actual work on a bad day, max 2 meetings a week. But I have had a lot of trouble finding a J2. For some background I have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and have worked as an software engineer for the last 3 years, mostly focused on thermodynamic simulations. I've been looking on Indeed and LinkedIn for remote positions but it feels like I've exhausted what they have. Does anyone have any other good sites for remote jobs?
I'm late-career. I'm good at what I do - I might even say great. I have a unique blend of skills, aptitudes, and personality traits that naturally suit me for what has amounted to a very successful career. Not too long ago I accepted the offer to work the job I have now. While it is not the most money I have ever made, I am certainly paid pretty well - and I am constantly thankful and grateful that, somehow, I have not aged out of what I do. Here is the punch line: this job is ridiculous. With the exception of a couple of in-person meetings, I have probably averaged no more than 5 to 10 hours of real work per week. And yet they love me. And yes, I love them, because I have so much time. I have recently become torn between devoting hours every day to a couple of important hobbies, or taking the plunge and trying to find J2, or at least a side gig.
Are you overemployed (ie. two or more fulltime jobs), toying with the concept, or simply enjoy others’ OE experiences (and “stickin’ it to the corporate _man_”)? Loved this community on Reddit, so would love to get this community going and hear about your experiences!