Sunday, August 13, 2023
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Wednesday, January 18, 2023
The Dog Bus (video)
Will you be my miracle savior from certain death of euthanasia? (aspca.org) |
Thursday, December 4, 2014
The Christian Story of Job ("South Park")
Hey, baby, I'm godly and rich. |
"If God doesn't exist, then who wrote the Bible? Think about it!" Oy vey. She's not kidding. |
God told Satan we could attack Job! |
Then Satan answered the Lord and said, “Does Job fear God for no reason? Have you not put a hedge around him and his house and all that he has, on every side?
- Job 1:5 The Hebrew word bless is used euphemistically for curse in 1:5, 11; 2:5, 9
- Job 1:6 Hebrew the Accuser or the Adversary; so throughout chapters 1-2
- VIDEO: Richard Dawkins as a voice of "reason"
- PHOTOS: Almost naked, Taylor Swift, Victoria's Secret
- Corrupt U.S. Prison-Industrial Complex: Inmate, sex, drugs, and money fuel jail corruption
- Overpolicing Ferguson (but not policing themselves): Michael Brown's stepfather apologizes for angry comments
- PHOTOS: His and Hers (pinterest.com)
- Tommy the chimp is not a person, but corporations are
Help me! I'm being tormented by my captors.
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Help Wanted: Paid Position (Web Designer)
- designer with experience and knowledge of SEO software and Adobe In-Design C S3 or C S4
- individual with 3 to 4 years experience in publication lay out
- commitment to two-year term
- salary negotiable (reasonable for a non-profit)
The goal of AfB is to protect the Order of Nuns (Bhikkhuni Sangha) for present and future generations. Present magazine is one of the key ways to accomplish this mission. Qualified individuals, please contact Susan Pembroke, AfB president and founder, at spembroke@bhikkhuni.net
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Beware the lottery "curse"
Everyone dreams of hitting the jackpot, but the windfall may turn into a nightmare. Shattered dreams
Secrets of frugal Millionaires
Interviews with 70 millionaires reveal how they spend their money and keep more of it. Habits of the rich
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Help Wanted: Blogger
Friday, May 8, 2009
Economy Sinks; How to Nail Job Interviews
What is it that certain people say or do during a job interview that makes them stand out? Why do some people struggle to find work, while others land a job in no time? I wanted to know, and the only way to find out was to experience the interview from the other side of the table.
If I could be the one asking the interview questions, not answering, I could see first hand what made candidates stand out. I could then take that knowledge and cater my behavior in any future interview to give myself the best chance of getting hired.
First, I needed to create a "corporate presence." I found a company that rented office space by the hour. It was in a downtown Seattle high-rise, had a killer view, and came with a secretary, who'd call me once an interviewee arrived. It was perfect.
Next, I posted a job on craigslist for a marketing coordinator at a "soon to launch" web company. Literally minutes after the posting, resumes poured in, 142 on the first day, 356 in the first week.
Finally, giving the interview wasn't enough. I wanted to be able to go back, review the footage, and dissect answers, body language, everything, to really see what makes someone look good or bad. So before scheduling any interviews, I got online, bought a couple of small cameras, picked up a couple lamps and lamp shades, and with a drill, some super glue, a little bit of cardboard, and electric tape, I constructed 2 hidden camera lamps.
Of course to make sure everything was legally kosher, everyone was required to sign and fax back an appearance release waiver before an interview was scheduled. The reason, "some company meetings will be filmed and we needed proof you'd be comfortable appearing on a video blog if hired."
After 6 interviews I decided to step down and have a friend take my place. I wanted to review the rest of the interviews from a completely objective perspective.
28 interviews later, and what did I learn? 22 tips
1. Cover letters are worthless
If you think a well-crafted cover letter (or email) explaining your lack of experience is going to make you stand out, you're wrong and shouldn't even waste your time. With 100's of people applying, there's just no time to read your "pitch". It's all about your resume. That's what sells you. That's what gets you the job interview.
2. 10 seconds to sell or say so long
Unless your resume catches the interviewer's eye in 10 seconds it's over, you're done. So the big question is how do I catch the interviewer's eye? Here comes the best advice on how to get a job interview you'll ever get. Cater your resume to the job description!!! I can't stress this point enough. It's imperative that you cater your resume to each position you apply for. And I mean taking each line on the job description and writing a line on your resume to reflect your experience with regard to that line.
Yes, it takes more time than sending the same resume to 100's of jobs, but you're far better off applying to a fraction of those jobs with a resume specifically written for each job. Put yourself in the interviewer's shoes. Their job is to hire the most qualified candidate. They've been given a set of qualifications to look for: aka the job description, and that's exactly what they're after, so give it to them!
3. Be on time
There is no excuse for it, none! You don't want a... [19 more tips and videos] More>>
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Job? Work for Obama
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Make Food Last Longer
Here are storage tips to help produce, fruits, and grains outlive their expiration dates.
VIDEO: Volunteering can lead to paycheck
Volunteering for charities may make you feel good, but it can also help you land your next full-time job. Details