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Sky
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Cheddar is rolling out his genetics faster than they're rolling out FIOS.
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Paelos
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How many iterations is he up to now?
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Soln
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Amazon is hiring for Social Games Innovation. Need developers, artists, other. More detail on technical other (e.g. Sys Eng, DBA, QA, Test Eng) in the new year. PM me for any info.
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Soln
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Here is the complete list: Open Requisitions ( www.amazon.com/jobs) Senior Product Manager, Social Games Innovation (ID 144621) Game Developer - Back End (ID 147869) Development Manager, Social Games (ID 151412) Technical Program Manager, Social Games (ID 158653) Senior Game Artist (ID 151249) Database Administrator, Social Games Innovation (ID 160570) new Quality Assurance Engineer, Social Games Innovation (ID 160569) new Systems Engineer, Social Games Innovation (ID 160571) new Software Developer in Test, Social Games Innovation (ID 160568) new Upcoming Requisitions: UI/UX Designer (2) PM me for any info.
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Engels
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Heh, looks like Amazon is looking to develop stuff for the Fire.
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I should get back to nature, too. You know, like going to a shop for groceries instead of the computer. Maybe a condo in the woods that doesn't even have a health club or restaurant attached. Buy a car with only two cup holders or something. -Signe
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Merusk
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While the majority of you are geeks or executive types, I know we've got a few creative types here. (Sam & Bloodworth spring to mind.) Please share this with your creative-type friends. Particularly the Interiors and Graphics types. Company's text below. Looking for a new role in the New Year? My company FRCH Design Worldwide is hiring new design talent. Check out our website at www.frch.com and click on Were Hiring to find out more details. Reference my name when you apply. http://www.frch.com/FRCH Design Worldwide is an international architecture and design firm serving the retail, entertainment, restaurant, corporate office and hospitality markets. The firm offers architecture, interior design, graphic design and brand strategy to help create distinct customer experiences. Our most recognizable designs (IMO) are: The new Steak 'n Shake next to Ed Sullivan Theater, Hilton Garden Inn, MGM: Monte Carlo Suites, Taco Bell & KFC's new prototype designs & First Financial Bank's prototype design.
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Yegolev
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I suddenly need a CompTIA Security+ cert and wondered if anyone here had any tips on reading material.
I managed to get 47% correct on the practice test just from guesswork. Whee security!
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« Last Edit: January 03, 2012, 08:40:24 AM by Yegolev »
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Why am I homeless? Why do all you motherfuckers need homes is the real question. They called it The Prayer, its answer was law Mommy come back 'cause the water's all gone
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Chimpy
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I suddenly need a CompTIA Security+ cert and wondered if anyone here had any tips on reading material.
Sky took that one recently. I found when I was prepping for the Net+ that the ExamCram series was very good at covering what was on the test. Also had a nice crib sheet included.
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'Reality' is the only word in the language that should always be used in quotes.
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Yegolev
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Sky took that one recently. I found when I was prepping for the Net+ that the ExamCram series was very good at covering what was on the test. Also had a nice crib sheet included.
Kindle version is $15.92 so that's what I'll get. Thanks!
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Why am I homeless? Why do all you motherfuckers need homes is the real question. They called it The Prayer, its answer was law Mommy come back 'cause the water's all gone
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Sky
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I suddenly need a CompTIA Security+ cert and wondered if anyone here had any tips on reading material.
I'll have to grab the titles when I get home. Main thing was practice exams, I was constantly hunting for fresh ones. Ten days before the test I did a 10-day trial of the safari bookshelf (O'Reilly) and got a few more tests from books on there. It was actually pretty easy, I got a 94% on it and I'm a dumbass working at a podunk library that barely uses any of the tech involved. One book came with certblaster software which was pretty brutal the first take; much tougher than the actual test with a few trick questions (I don't remember any tricks on the actual test). Almost every test software and book had a bunch of errors, though. That would really suck if you don't have the material down, I was able to spot most of the error (I think), which I guess is good in that I knew enough to know it was wrong. Wish I had taken it a couple months earlier to get the lifetime cert
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Chimpy
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Wish I had taken it a couple months earlier to get the lifetime cert Did they change them to three years or did they keep with their original plan to gouge people once a year for re-certs?
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'Reality' is the only word in the language that should always be used in quotes.
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Sky
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Three years.
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Yegolev
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Hindsight reveals that putting my phone number on the resume was a bad idea.
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Why am I homeless? Why do all you motherfuckers need homes is the real question. They called it The Prayer, its answer was law Mommy come back 'cause the water's all gone
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Selby
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Hindsight reveals that putting my phone number on the resume was a bad idea.
Hah! I made that mistake once. One recruiter even did some research into who I was and where I was working, and started calling the desk phone of my current employer. I was not kind to them over that one. My current girlfriend is having a bear of a time finding work. Plenty of interviews, zero response to whether she got the job or not. It's nice to see that it isn't just the tech sector that has that problem...
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Paelos
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Plenty of interviews, zero response to whether she got the job or not. That's pretty standard across the board these days. If you got it, you'll hear within two weeks. If not, you'll never hear anything from them ever again.
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Selby
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Whatever happened to the fine art of just saying "sorry, someone else got it" when you lose out? I still have my rejection letter from Schlumberger, which I framed. The only company out of the dozens I interviewed with to officially tell me no.
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Hawkbit
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I just got an offer letter today, finally! Pretty sweet deal, overall. Not exactly the kind of work I want to do, but the schedule is setup to work around school and is flexible for our family. Most money I've ever made, too. It's for a pretty big web presence and I'm studying development, so its kiinda win-win. Go me!
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Chimpy
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I got an offer letter last week that I turned down. Not going back to first line call center work for less than I make as a temp at the University no matter how good the company's benefits are and how much room for growth there is.
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'Reality' is the only word in the language that should always be used in quotes.
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Cheddar
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Not sure how it works for other companies - but putting your resume into the system will sometimes get you a surprise interview, even when it does not post externally.
I know I get them periodically when looking at my choices on who to interview.
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No Nerf, but I put a link to this very thread and I said that you all can guarantee for my purity. I even mentioned your case, and see if they can take a look at your lawn from a Michigan perspective.
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Paelos
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Whatever happened to the fine art of just saying "sorry, someone else got it" when you lose out? I still have my rejection letter from Schlumberger, which I framed. The only company out of the dozens I interviewed with to officially tell me no.
The internet took it out back and shot it.
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Selby
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The internet took it out back and shot it.
My rejection letter was from 2002. Plenty of online\internet interviews and whatnot going on then, so I'm not sure I necessarily blame the internet...
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Cheddar
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I still have mine from PETA. Most interesting interview, ever. But was nice they took the time to send the letter.
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No Nerf, but I put a link to this very thread and I said that you all can guarantee for my purity. I even mentioned your case, and see if they can take a look at your lawn from a Michigan perspective.
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Viin
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I got an offer letter last week that I turned down. Not going back to first line call center work for less than I make as a temp at the University no matter how good the company's benefits are and how much room for growth there is.
Amen. Call center crap is crap. I started there and I'd rather be homeless than go back to it.
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Paelos
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The internet took it out back and shot it.
My rejection letter was from 2002. Plenty of online\internet interviews and whatnot going on then, so I'm not sure I necessarily blame the internet... I meant more of the mentality. Everything changed when businesses went paperless.
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Merusk
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Try getting some people to return a call instead of chaining email responses sometime. People like their quasi-anonymity, even when signing their name to every single missive.
I'm as guilty of it from time to time as anyone but a 5 min phone call is better than 20 damn e-mails. If you need it in written form to cover your ass, send me a damn summation e-mail saying "per our conversation, here's our current status." or some such.
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luckton
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The agency I work for here in SW Florida is seeking a computer programmer (MySQL, MSSQL, PHP, C#, .net) and a basic computer technician (nothing network admin level type...we've got about 700+ computers and 300+ laptops that need to be cared for 24/7). PM me if you want specifics. Edit: Side-note, I had the computer tech position for four years. Was fun, but got burned out fixing spy-ware all the time . Still, I assure you the benefits are decent and it'll look good on your resume to have worked at my particular agency. Edit #2: It's two separate jobs...we're not looking for some uber tech that can do it all This post is once again valid. The agency is seeking fresh blood since apparently either the last bit didn't cut it or the older blood had a falling out (seriously, I don't know ) Regardless, two positions are open again, one for computer programming and one for computer fixing. PM me for details if interested. Applications must be in by Jan. 23rd.
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Johny Cee
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My company is hiring professional cake decorators in a couple of different major US and Canadian cities right now. I imagine that isn't particularly helpful with the normal skill set on this board.
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schild
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Fuck that, I have an art degree. I'll decorate a fucking cake. Where can I sign up? Does it pay more than unemployment?
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Merusk
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Fuck that, I have an art degree. I'll decorate a fucking cake. Where can I sign up? Does it pay more than unemployment?
Schild; have you considered applying for the graphics position with my firm? I don't know if you're qualified but hey better to try than not. Here it is again. http://www.frch.com/us/about/careers.aspxGraphic Designer - Cincinnati, OH
We are currently searching for an innovative, highly creative Graphic Designer who is self-motivated and excited to work with a diverse base of specialty retail clients. Experience in designing retail environments is a plus. Candidates must have the ability to include concept design, development and documentation in their work, with demonstrated abilities in conceptual ideation, rendering and presentation skills, an understanding of graphic design within 3D environments as well as high proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and Indesign. We are looking for individuals with strong problem solving and decision-making skills as well as a true passion for creative design and all things retail. This position offers tremendous opportunities for involvement with a wide variety of clients and project types that range from fashion and themed retail to entertainment destinations, restaurants, beauty, and everything in-between.
3 to 5 years of proven experience supporting client and vendor relationships from the Conceptual Phase through Design Development and Fabrication Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative suite Understanding of the use of graphic design in 3D environments Degree in Graphic Design or similar field Sketch-Up and print production skills a plus
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Yegolev
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I get lots of offers for jobs that would be "great" if I didn't already have a job or was single. It's the job-hunt variant of Diablo loot, and I need higher than blues. If anyone here has any idea about UNIX, a job is waiting for you somewhere. True, mostly it is contract work but if you're out of work then why not? Hell, fake it for a few weeks and get some cash. Trust me when I say anyone of reasonable intelligence can probably stay in one of these positions for a few weeks before they escort you out... and then you have some experience!
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Why am I homeless? Why do all you motherfuckers need homes is the real question. They called it The Prayer, its answer was law Mommy come back 'cause the water's all gone
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Salamok
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I get lots of offers for jobs that would be "great" if I didn't already have a job or was single. It's the job-hunt variant of Diablo loot, and I need higher than blues. If anyone here has any idea about UNIX, a job is waiting for you somewhere. True, mostly it is contract work but if you're out of work then why not? Hell, fake it for a few weeks and get some cash. Trust me when I say anyone of reasonable intelligence can probably stay in one of these positions for a few weeks before they escort you out... and then you have some experience!
lol it's like programming in the 70's except back then you could fake it for 6-12 months.
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schild
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Fuck that, I have an art degree. I'll decorate a fucking cake. Where can I sign up? Does it pay more than unemployment?
Schild; have you considered applying for the graphics position with my firm? I don't know if you're qualified but hey better to try than not. Here it is again. http://www.frch.com/us/about/careers.aspxGraphic Designer - Cincinnati, OH
We are currently searching for an innovative, highly creative Graphic Designer who is self-motivated and excited to work with a diverse base of specialty retail clients. Experience in designing retail environments is a plus. Candidates must have the ability to include concept design, development and documentation in their work, with demonstrated abilities in conceptual ideation, rendering and presentation skills, an understanding of graphic design within 3D environments as well as high proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and Indesign. We are looking for individuals with strong problem solving and decision-making skills as well as a true passion for creative design and all things retail. This position offers tremendous opportunities for involvement with a wide variety of clients and project types that range from fashion and themed retail to entertainment destinations, restaurants, beauty, and everything in-between.
3 to 5 years of proven experience supporting client and vendor relationships from the Conceptual Phase through Design Development and Fabrication Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative suite Understanding of the use of graphic design in 3D environments Degree in Graphic Design or similar field Sketch-Up and print production skills a plus
Would far prefer to stay in Austin.
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schild
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Speaking of Austin, we were rated as the best city to get a job in, or at least, the highest jobs available rate.
So, if anyone wants to be a contractor that pays less than unemployment here (I know, right) or work in the service industry, Austin is THE place for you.
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Salamok
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Speaking of Austin, we were rated as the best city to get a job in, or at least, the highest jobs available rate.
So, if anyone wants to be a contractor that pays less than unemployment here (I know, right) or work in the service industry, Austin is THE place for you.
It just took us 4 months to find a semi-qualified candidate for a 50k a year government job, I think you are being a bit melodramatic.
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schild
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Point me to the government job posting.
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