u/LolitaLobster

I would love to hear from people that have lived in Portland and decided to move to Seattle for lifestyle or career reasons. How did it work out and was it a worthwhile change?

I’m interested in making the move in the hopes of getting access to better career, dating (early 40s woman who dates men) and social life opportunities. I’ve been several times it definitely feels like a bigger city, which I like. It would be an increased COL with less disposable income but seems doable to maintain roughly the same lifestyle (albeit probably a smaller and worse apartment for my budget 😔). I work remotely so getting a local job isn’t a concern.

My hesitation is that the life there is largely the same, but more expensive. Which would be a really disappointing thing to realize because I would be giving up a spacious and affordable apartment and a routine that works for me.

Context: I’m not from the PNW and don’t have family here. I like all the typical PNW activities and would be looking to join groups for hiking, reading, sailing, walking, sauna, etc. I’m more outgoing and socially active than the PNW stereotype. My goal would be to to join professional networking groups and eventually level up my job and salary. I’m hoping the energy of a bigger city, a bigger economy and presumably more career oriented knowledge workers will help provide some momentum for growth.

My biggest challenge in Portland has always been social life, finding like minded people and some of the limitations of a smaller city (economy, city governance, etc). Portland definitely attracts a certain type…I know - dating sucks everywhere, it’s hard to make friends as an adult, the Seattle freeze, etc etc… that’s why I’m asking the question. Curious if it’s been different for folks in Seattle or more of the same.

Thank you!

Looking for recommendations for a reproductive endo is Seattle that manages POI cases for medicine management, not for TTC.

Would love any recommendations. Thank you!

I recently started offering marketing services on the side of my FTE in the hopes of building confidence in my ability to build a business and experience so I could understand what potential clients want and need. I signed one client at a very low hourly rate and I have been LOVING the additional ~$1600/month income. However, this client is very difficult to work for. Her business is a mess, with no systems, no processes, a tiny audience and seemingly low revenue. However, she seems to be in denial about this. She critiques every move I make and complains about the work she wants to be prioritized vs what I know would actually move the needle. She says she’s really happy with my work and grateful but she sure doesn’t act like it.

I want to up my rate and create better boundaries but I don’t want to lose this client because I haven’t had a chance to build out my own business enough that I’m confident I could replace the income.

Any advice on how to deal with critical clients who have no idea what they’re talking about but insist on having control? Is it not worth it if one’s knowledge is being constantly undermined? Should I have a conversation with her?

Thank you!

Hi - new to Seattle and looking for a 1 bed/ 1 bath apartment for around $1800/month. I’m realizing that because residents only need to give notice 20 days before move out I could use the hive mind’s help in identifying buildings to target for monitoring available units.

I am walking around neighborhoods, scouring CL and property management company websites, and touring apartments that are available now. The amount of buildings is over whelming and I understand that most inventory will open up June-September so hoping to get some tips to hone in my search.

Neighborhoods wants - walkable, on safe block, quiet, with greenery, accessible to transit and ideally feels like living in the city but offset from noise/shenanigans (currently identified Capitol Hill, Queen Anne, First Hill, Fremont, maybe Green Lake, Wallingford. Ballard feels too isolated, open to other ideas)

Building/apartments wants - open to vintage buildings that have made quality of life improvements like bathroom and kitchen ventilation and dishwasher or newer buildings with larger floor plans that don’t price gouge or nickel and dime. Generally floor plans over 500 sq ft and distinct zones for living room and kitchen, lots of windows/light, some outdoor space (yard, courtyard, room top or balconies) no carpet is ideal but def no carpet in living room, no ground level or basement units. No washer dryer in unit is ok)

If anyone knows of buildings that are great options please let me know. Thank you!