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SaschaJoanna asked:

Song: One to make her Happy by Marque
Bones Belongs To FOX

Heres my second one today To calm you down, I’m aware of that fact max is brennans father. Please dont be mad about my choice to take him…
Thanks for watching!

ROLLA

Seattle asked:


I’m thinking to transfer and Collins is one of my choices, anybody who goes there can tell me their opinions about the school? Thanks a lot!

KRENZ

dunric asked:


What are the best and cheapest apartments to rent in Tempe? Anything close to the University that isn’t a slum or crimeville?

Seriously, the apartment reviews at this particular place made me laugh:

http://www.apartmentratings.com/rate/AZ-Tempe-Desert-Palm-Village.html

Paul

MAHONE

theyargs asked:


Does anybody know a good website to show all the best restaurants in the phoenix, az area? This can include Chandler, Tempe, Scottsdale, or Phoenix.

HOUSHOLDER

Heather Eagar asked:


Sometimes finding the job you want requires that you take unorthodox methods to get there. More and more people are finding this out as the economy dries up and competition for employment gets stiffer.

This is why, for many, temporary work is a great route to take to get their foot in the door. It might work for you too. But before you sign on with a temp agency, take a look at some ways you can use it to your benefit.

Test Out or Cement Career Options

Whether you’re looking to acquire your first job in the field you hope to work in, or you’re simply looking for your first field, taking on a temp job can help you achieve your goal. It gives you the opportunity to test the waters at different companies, look at their organizational cultures, and decide which jobs suite your professional preferences.

Even better, if you secure a temp job and find you are interested in moving forward in the company, you can make connections to get your foot in the door if a position opens. Since they already know your work ethic and capabilities, they will be more likely to hire you than a complete stranger. This gives you the opportunity to bypass the hoops other employees had to jump through to get their jobs.

Get Experience Along the Way

In the world of temping, you may find yourself working a job here and one there, with some lasting six days, and others lasting six months. But no matter how long you work at an employer, you still have an opportunity to test out different organizational cultures. Even more, you have the opportunity to gain experience that you can take with you to the next job.

But what experience can you gain? Well, for example, if you work temporarily as a secretary, you will gain experience organizing documents, managing files, answering phones and much more that you can take with you if you decide to apply for a permanent job. It’s actually similar to receiving paid training - and nothing is better than that. Essentially, the more temp jobs you work, the more experience you gain, until eventually, you will have a full list of skills to note on your resume.

Take Advantage of All Fields and Professional Levels

Depending on what temp agency you approach, you will find that temporary work is not just available for entry-level jobs. There are some that specialize in placing senior managers and executives into companies. Then there are temp agencies like Enterprise Medical Services that place medical doctors and other healthcare professionals into hospitals, clinics, and other facilities on a temporary or sometimes permanent basis. You’ll see by exploring the temping world that the opportunities can be plentiful no matter your field or professional level. You simply need to be open to all opportunities that arise.

Being a temp worker can seem to take you down a road to nowhere. But on the contrary, it can be a very beneficial experience. So if you’re looking for a job, don’t be shy about joining one. You might find that your next temp job could lead you to the career you’ve been dreaming of.



HILGENDORF

buttadawg asked:

Triple Sexxx Games Xtreme Athletes training for this winters games at the local skateboarding gym performing mind blowing stunts. Jelly Bird Jon & KuM Shot Korey are two of the leading pioneers in this Xtreme sport pushing the limits of getting Xtreme on there sk8board.

ESPONDA

Temp asked:


many a pet lover out there who delight in adorning their dog with NFL dog collars (or perhaps MLB dog jerseys), and for whom, their dogs are their best friends, their constant companions. For others, putting a Nascar dog collar on their working dog seems a bit foolish, seeing as how the dog would only get it dirty, and what do sheep care if the dog is sporting a racecar driver’s name about its neck. Regardless of what kind of dog you’ve got, you know the value in having canine friendship in your life. What you may not know, or haven’t made the connection to, is how your dog, or any well-trained loving dog, can help others. Studies have long shown that being raised in a household with a dog helps children to learn how to socialize. The empathetic skills to understand how another being feels and how one’s actions affect others is greatly enhanced by having a dog. Here, children learn simple black and white truths- the dog is happy when you pet it- the dog likes to get treats- the dog is scared when somebody makes a loud noise- the dog is hurt if you accidentally step on its foot- the dog is annoyed if you pull its tail. All of these lessons translate (not always literally, such as with the tail-pulling) into human interaction. Dogs are also used in several forms of therapy, where they can help children improve their self-esteem and self-confidence. They can also be used to help children heal. In cases where children have been neglected and abused, there is a cycle of abuse that becomes perpetuated in their own lives. Learning to care for animals can place them in the role of a nurturer, which breaks that cycle. Learning to love and care for another being is a very powerful gift for those children. Caring for wounded animals is a experience that carries a very similar weight. When children are allowed to care for a puppy or a dog that is injured, they often relate to the animal, as they themselves might feel they are injured or broken in some way. As the animal heals, it has a certain power of transference in helping the child to heal their own wounds. Children who have suffered abuse or neglect in the past can also benefit from these experiences.

GIRTY

Amy Nutt asked:


Whether you are a job seeker or a major corporation, there are certain qualities one should look for when trying to locate a temp agency to service your needs.

Just what are these qualities?

1. Reputation

There are many upstarts that come and go, but the hallmark of a great company is staying power. The best hr consulting firms have been around and know what the market trends are in regards to employment opportunities. They also know what jobseekers and business want and can consistently bring the two together.

2. References

All business, no matter their nature, should have a database of individuals who can give feedback on the performance of the company. It is your right as a business owner or potential employee to ask about these references. Be leery of any company that doesn’t appear to be forthcoming in regards to this information.

3. Quality control

The best temp agencies utilize tried and true methods to assess the abilities of potential job candidates. They also screen businesses so they know workers are going to be in a safe and beneficial job environment. Both career seekers and companies often feel comfortable knowing that a screening process in place that protects both party’s interests.

4. Attentive to needs

A great business knows that they have to be attentive to the needs of their client. Noteworthy temp agencies understand these fundamental principles and work hard to answer questions and return calls in a timely fashion. If you find that you can’t get the recruiter or the contact liaison on the phone, or fall into the voice mail run around trap one time too often, you may need to find a temp agency that is more diligent in providing quality eservice.

5. Ethical and up front

There are horror stories on both sides of the fence when it comes to hr companies that have not been on the up and up. On the corporate end, some staffing firms have sent over less than qualified candidates to fill positions just because they are looking to fulfill a quota. On the flipside, workers who have expressly stated what they are looking for are bombarded with calls and offers for positions that do not fit their qualifications. This is due to the fact that recruiters only get paid when they place someone. This fact also means some of them knowingly try to place individuals in a job they are ill suited for. Investigate the agency to make sure that this is not a common practice within their firm.

6. Online/Offline Presence

Any agency worth its salt will have a web presence - and a big one at that. You should be able to contact them online and research them online. Beware of companies who are difficult to find on the Internet as they could be a fly-by-night service with no viable background in temp staffing.

There should also be free standing building that you can visit to talk to the recruiter face to face. This can also help assure you of the legitimacy of the company.

If you can check all of the above items off your list you have found a worthwhile hr consulting firm.

To get the most out of your temp agency interaction, be sure you know what you want prior to an in office visit. Focused workers and employers are more apt to get precisely what they are looking for if they seriously consider what they desire from a working relationship.

In the end, the true beauty of utilizing temp agencies is the variety they can bring to workers and the time saving benefits they deliver to busy companies.

This is why consulting firms have been around for so long, and why, no matter where the job market turns, they will always be a blessed necessity.



CACACE

wrtrchk asked:


I’m moving to Arizona from Cali soon, can anyone recommend a couple of salons where they cater to the styling of African American hair? Also, do you know of any places where they do braids? Thanks so much in advance.

CLAYBROOKS

Handsome808 asked:


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