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What “Scrappers” bring to the workplace

by Susan Geary | Sep 10, 2016 | Career, Freelancing, gaps in resume, hiring, job jumping, niche jobs, Update Your Resume Month

Yesterday I saw a Ted Talk that was eye-opening. Regina Hartley, works in HR Management at UPS, and said she prefers to consider the “scrapper” over the “silver spoon” because these people have faced adversity and are more likely to address problems and solve them....

What is a Brand Ambassador?

by Susan Geary | Nov 19, 2010 | Blog, Freelancing, hiring, job search, Networking, Uncategorized

If you’re between jobs or looking to pick up some extra cash, consider signing up to be a “Brand Ambassador” or Field Marketing Representative. These are the folks you see at fairs and major events, or even inside a big box store demonstrating...

Job Searching in a New Town

by Susan Geary | Jun 19, 2006 | Blog, Career, Freelancing, Job Search Advice, Relocation, Uncategorized

I’ve moved around a lot bit during my lifetime and racked up quite a bit of experience on how to find a new job in a strange town. Here’s what I’ve learned: 1. In a slow economy, many employers are not willing to pay for relocation expenses, so plan...

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