Help change my life. I’ve been stuck in a rut for a few years . . . I need to get a jolt so I can start to live again. Looking for any opportunity to get out.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
And from the graphic design world (I must confess, I slightly enjoyed this one):<\/p>\n
There you are! I was wondering how long it would take for you to find me! Well, now that you’re here, we can start.<\/p>\n
I’m your new graphic designer.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Base on this subject line, I don’t think this person is lacking confidence: The god of office administration soon to be in Twin Cities! And here is an objective to avoid: My expirience and work ethic make me a great canidate for any opening you may have. I am looking for an opportunity that is full time with benefits. And a subject line to avoid: John Doe looking for work This one almost hurts: Help change my life. I’ve been stuck in a rut for a few years . . . I need to get a jolt so I can start to live again. 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