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> When employers find they have to take me on faith, with only vague
> descriptions of what I've done, most of them rapidly lose interest. I'm
> having a heck of a time getting going as a contractor because of that.
>
> Anybody got any ideas as to how I might get around that one???
During slower times, I've done some volunteer work. Most volunteer
agencies really need the help and love to have a professional re-do an
old piece for them at no charge. This way, an agency gets the help they
need and you get a sample to show potential employers.
I am fairly picky when it comes to volunteering my time. So I do some
research and choose groups that need and will appreciate my work. These
are also people you can use for references down the road.
Good luck
Beth
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Beth Weise Moeller, Owner
Interactive Media Consulting
World Wide Web Design & Internet Training http://www.imediaconsult.com
beth -at- imediaconsult -dot- com
