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Summary
part 2 of a 2 part podcast
Paul continues "bits and bobs with Alexandra" with the
RMH providing background music
They discuss approving BBs. Some are obviously not up to standard but some have clearly made the effort, and yet fail through some minor error. Paul mentions that some rejections don't come with any comment: It's been a thing that some candidates resort to insulting the (
volunteer) assessor when they try to help, so the assessors don't bother any more.
Alexandra comments that the assessment process can seem to be arbitrary and sometimes unfair when a
BB gets rejected where other similar ones have been approved. Paul mentions there's BB court which
should rule on such cases, but Alexandra says it's not actually there. Occasionally, the requirements get updated so earlier submissions may have been approved which wouldn't be approved now.
Paul asks if the amount of bullshit you have to go through in college is more or less than SKIP: Alexandra says it's definitely less in SKIP. She also advises if you have a BB rejected, just accept it and do it over - it's a better use of your time then trying to fight it. It's good to do BBs at the labs: other candidates are supportive.
They talk about the time invested in SKIP vs the expected gain if you inherit property. There is an uncertainty about SKIP that you don't know what the ultimate reward will be. You have to commit to doing it and trust that it will pay off. Paul mentions that if you go to college, you get no guarantees either.
Paul mentions many people are doing BBs to help with depression, which surprised him. Alexandra comments on how learning skills and being validated is empowering.
Paul touches on the commerce badges: Otis needs reassurance that someone inheriting must be able to support themselves financially, so someone doesn't burn through all the value of the property and
sell it 5 years later. Otis wants their property to be cherished and kept long term. Alexandra hadn't really thought of that aspect.
Relevant Threads
All about SKIP, PEP, Badges, BBs and More!
Operate a RMH for One Month - PEP BB rocket.wood.month
Alex's Operate a Rocket Log
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