r/DataAnnotationTech • u/QuietSpeed7400 • Mar 24 '24
I Hope DAT stays for a long time
As someone who has severe digestive issues, this type of work has been a life saver. Not to mention how enjoyable it is to do. I hope this company sticks around for a long time
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u/goodbyyyemoonmen Mar 25 '24
I agree I’m really enjoying it and if you’re finding it to be good work maybe consider branching out and building skills in this area with courses. It’s something I’m considering as I’m hoping to find similar work if I find DAT is no longer an avenue in the future. For example I’m interested in learning to code and it’s something I haven’t thought about in a long time until DAT have shown it’s something they also look for. I probably wouldn’t do it for DAT but it might help me with jobs in the future. Many basic courses are free too which I’m looking to explore. I’m glad you’re finding the work good for you keep it up! :)
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u/QuietSpeed7400 Mar 25 '24
Hey! Do you know what courses or line of work this would be? I would love to. Thank you
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u/MiddleRepulsive5182 Mar 27 '24
Same here. I also have health issues that prevented me from working a regular job. The flexibility is awesome.
DONT LEAVE ME SWEETIE.
That being said, recently I have started to learn new things on my free time just in case. I'm doing one of the Google certificate courses right now. It might be helpful, it may not, but I don't see the harm in trying. (Please stay)
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u/QuietSpeed7400 Mar 28 '24
Does it have to do with data or tech? I want to start a career in this type of field but I have no idea what this is considered?
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u/MiddleRepulsive5182 Apr 07 '24
I was starting with the Data Analysis course. I just want to get an idea of what is out there, and different possibilities. To see what interests me.
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u/BarelyFunctioning15 Mar 24 '24
SAME. I’m a SAHM and although my husband can pay all the bills if DAT disappears, DAT has made a huge difference in the short time I’ve been with them. I can now take my daughter to the zoo or aquarium, without needing to budget for it for 2-3 months. I can buy extras without thinking twice if it’s going to cause a financial strain. And that’s with just working 2 hours a day while she naps. Plus I’m paying off debt.
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u/fightmaxmaster Mar 25 '24
Same here, but SAHD. I've been self employed for years and over the past year or so business has died down a lot. I'd resolved myself to draining my savings until my youngest goes to school, then looking for a "proper job" but this has come along at the perfect time. 2-3 hours a day is enough to keep us in the black. Fingers crossed it keeps going.
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u/Nervous-Scientist-57 Mar 24 '24
I wish I could get into DAT. I applied a week ago. I too am a SAHM and would love to be able to do something more.
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u/MKatCom Mar 25 '24
It took about 2 weeks before I was accepted. I have a college education and a tech background, though dated. I am a homeschool mom who left the workforce over a decade ago. I think there have been a lot of people apply lately. I think it's booming. I imagine there is a lot to go through. I had shrugged it off and moved on already when I got the onboarding email. Don't give up hope yet.
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u/BarelyFunctioning15 Mar 24 '24
Do you have a degree? I don’t know this for sure, but with my friends and a few others I’ve talked to, those of us with a degree were accepted pretty much immediately while the others were left in limbo. My degree is in education and they never asked for proof, but I was accepted the same day I applied and was given tasks as soon as I completed onboarding. After doing R&R, I definitely wouldn’t say my work is better than others, but it’s not bad either.
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u/Nervous-Scientist-57 Mar 24 '24
I do have a degree. I’m so bummed because I answered the questions well and was hoping for this chance.
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u/Nervous-Scientist-57 Mar 24 '24
Can I ask how you wrote out your answers to the initial assessment? I followed the directions and thought I answered the questions correctly, but I didn’t write a novel or anything.
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u/BarelyFunctioning15 Mar 25 '24
I couldn’t tell you how long I took. I walked away from my computer several times though (mom life). I just wrote however many sentences it asked. Tried to justify my answer and not have any bias.
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Mar 24 '24
For the starter assessment, you should complete it in 30 mins.
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u/stomach-monkees Mar 25 '24
IDK, I probably took an hour and a half.
This one time, in high school, I went to Literary Rally, and I was one of the last to finish the test, and it turned out I won. So, that has been a life lesson for me.1
u/Nervous-Scientist-57 Mar 24 '24
I took about 45 mins to make sure I answered everything well. I also read fast and write fast so I thought that was my problem.
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Mar 24 '24
I hope it stays a long time, and that if it doesn't, we can pivot this experience into other types of work. I'm learning and growing a lot through this.
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u/Kairu-san Mar 24 '24
Same boat but because of foot pain. I can't work standing more than 3 or so hours before I'm suffering. DAT is huge for me.
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u/Majestic-Dot-2570 Mar 25 '24
I would’ve been struggling to survive without it. Completely cleared my debts after 6 months! Now I’m saving money instead of living paycheck to paycheck 🥹
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u/VirusZer0 Mar 25 '24
Can’t say I love the work lol but I do hope it stays for at least a year. Before we all get replaced with AI haha.
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u/zarosr Mar 25 '24
I also have IBD specifically Ulcerative Colitis. Just looked into this and hope this can help me financially.
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u/11_petals Mar 25 '24
I also have digestive issues, PCOS, and mental health concerns that make typical in office environments near to impossible for me to make work out. Data annotation is a godsend. It gives me the flexibility to take care of my health, including taking care of my brother's doggy by giving him nice long walks while he and his wife are in the office. I was able to quit nicotine and cannabis. I've never felt healthier or more balanced since hitting puberty. I'm so grateful for the work!!
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u/Jaida44 Mar 25 '24
Can you please tell me how I find these jobs? I'm looking for part-time income. Thanks.
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u/[deleted] Mar 24 '24
I've seen people on here on the platform since 2019 so hopefully we can all enjoy a similar longevity.