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    Need some advice

    I work at this call center, and I come in at 6am. I spend most of my day surfing the internet trying to kill time, and maybe learn something. I was wondering if you guys can recommend anything to do during this free time. I have asked for more work during my shift, but I have been denied numerous times.

    thx info

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    Check out monster.com, careerbuilder.com. Study construction practices, automotive repair.
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    Quote Originally Posted by pentachris View Post
    One word:

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    LOL! There is even a portable version you can run from your thumb drive.
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    Quote Originally Posted by bassman View Post
    Check out monster.com, careerbuilder.com. Study construction practices, automotive repair.
    You know, I have seriously considered automotive repair, I just can't think of a good reason why. Would you happen to have one?

    And can you please define construction practices for me?

    Thanks!

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    LOL, I suppose my last post was meant to be sarcastic. Kind of like "Find another job"
    As for a good reason for automotive repair, it is a very lucrative business. With computer analyzation, and technical skills needed you are more computer/electronics tech then grease monkey.
    Construction practices is something near and dear to my heart. I am a general contractor. What I am referring to is concrete construction, framing, plumbing, electrical,....Basically the assembly of a building or structure.
    Finding employees who have any knowledge of the trades anymore is very difficult. A decent carpenter in my area is worth every bit of $20 to $25 per hour. Lead man/foremen- $30+

    If setting at a desk waiting for the phone to ring is not fulfilling your day, come on outside, stomp around in the mud, beat your thumb with a hammer, get splinters and blisters from digging 100 foot of ditch,
    Well, you get the idea
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