I had my very first speed dating experience last night; it was interesting. However the one thing which stands out is how many assumptions people make. Heres the example which really brought it to my attention. Them: So what do you do for work? Me: I’m not employed at the moment, focusing on self improvement rather than work right now. Them: Oh, well we might as well finish here I’m only looking for a person with a job. Ok.. thats fine I suppose. Onto the next person. Them: Hey, so what do you do with yourself? Me: Not a huge amount currently, I’m teaching myself to code. Them: Oh thats really cool. Are you at Uni? Me: Nah, I just do online courses. Them: Oh, well do you have part time job or something? Me: Not currently, I sold my company last year so I don’t really need to work.
