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[quote=tryfuhl;665794]Education
heh.. some college

Work Experience
Industry: Retail, Computer Hardware/Software, Web Admin, Fitness and Nutrition
Specialties: retail management, desktop support, malware removal, web forums and other script support/install/customization, search engine optimization, workout supplements, goal based fitness programs, nutrition, body recovery, alcohol/liquor (not so much wine, but a bit)

How I can help
- Finding good deals on products, how to save money when doing blah blah
- Advising/constructing lifestyle plans towards fitness goals
- If there's a liquor or workout supplement (mostly ingredients than every label) I've probably tried it and have an opinion on it
- Cutlery, Cookware, [SIZE=4]Kitchen Gadgets[/SIZE], even linens I have substantial knowledge of as far as what most people will need, specific product experience, etc
- Help starting/running websites, especially forum software (mostly vbulletin but also phpbb, mybb, smf, etc), some major Content Management System softwares, search engine optimization and organic traffic generation

More
Will add later as I think of things[/quote]

I'm looking for one of those french fry cutters like they have at George & Steve's Steak House.

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I do drafting too.

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[quote=firstdown;665660]I'm a Spelling and Grammar teacher for public schools. My special interest are in helping people not willing to help themself.[/quote]
I laughed..........out loud at that! NICE

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I have my BA in History with a Minor in Political Science because my aspirations of being a Team Doctor for the Redskins died during my freshman year of college. Computer Science at Salisbury was a Math concentration until my final semester, so I missed out on that. So I used history as a means to a degree and to get out of school.

I currently work as a Web Manager and Systems Administrator for a Professional Services Firm. My main duties are the build and maintenance of my company's web presence (Internet, Intranet, Sharepoint) as well as secondary point of contact for all IT related issues for the company and several of our clients (Desktop/Blackberry Support, Hardware, Software, Active Directory/Exchange, Network).

I'm a HTML/CSS/JavaScript guru, having built and maintained various websites for the last 12 years. I hate Flash with a passion, but I'm finally starting to learn it because my company has decided to let me add Flash to the website. I'm fairly handy with Photoshop and Illustrator, but not to the point where I can create masterpieces. So any of those related issues, I can help with.

I'm a slow pitch softball whore, having played as many as 5 nights a week in the past. My name's probably on 6 or 7 different rosters at any given time, and have a working knowledge of the bat and glove technologies that exist. Although with 2 daughers under the age of 3, my softball playing time has been cut dramatically, which will transition into coaching when they are old enough to play ball on their own.

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Work for a large Network/Telecom VAR. Run a territory for them in Hampton Roads. We do larger corp & gov't work. If anyone needs a Cisco Gold partner or Nortel (now Avaya) partner we've got a good footprint on the East Coast.

Outside of that, I can hook you up with a pretty good pizza or sub at my place in VB. I can help with some small business questions, if needed.

[URL="http://www.pembrokepizza.com"]www.pembrokepizza.com[/URL]


Also, ex-USAF.

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[quote=SmootSmack;665742]I coordinate, develop, and manage the planning and implementation of strategies that leverage our assets in order to optimize revenue generating streams and grow the business while increasing viewer awareness and consumption. (There's that MBA!!)
[/quote]LOL at the corp buzz-phrases:

- Planning & implementation of strategies
- leverage assets
- optimize revenue streams
- grow business
- increase awareness

Sounds like one of our corp sales meeting :vomit:

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[quote=firstdown;665814]I'm looking for one of those french fry cutters like they have at George & Steve's Steak House.[/quote]
Not familiar with what they have but there are quite a few commercial style ones that operate basically on the same principle.

This is the one that we got at the place I lived in Charlotte. One of the roomies was very picky about fries being the same exact size, so hand cutting had to be replaced.

[ame=http://www.amazon.com/Weston-Restaurant-Quality-French-Cutter/dp/B000T3OO8C/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&qid=1267045607&sr=1-2]Amazon.com: Weston Restaurant Quality French Fry Cutter: Home & Garden[/ame]

Liked that it was nice and heavy cast iron body, the blades and their mounting plates were all stainless, etc. It comes with the 3/8 inch blade and we picked up the 1/4 as well. Don't forget that most of these things mount, but you can find suction cup feet for them as well. We just put it on a silicone baking mat on top of the cuonter and that worked fine. If there's something more specific that you're looking for let me know.

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I'm a software engineer (B.S. in CS) that's also a part-time wise guy life coach. Whether you need assistance in making life choices or have a software development related question (mainly Java and SQL) I can help you.

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To you guys doing dev, etc what are the better degrees/focuses right now?

I know MIS was big here recently but it seems that there's always something new to focus on for getting hired. I know that SharePoint specialisits seem to be in demand.

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I have a BS in Computer Science and MS in Software Engineering. I can answer functional questions about code, and can also give advice to folks thinking of jumping into this line of work. I have been both a government contractor as well as a federal employee (currently).

I love cars and the automotive industry, so I'd rather talk about that (we need more car threads around here).

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[quote=tryfuhl;665843]To you guys doing dev, etc what are the better degrees/focuses right now?

I know MIS was big here recently but it seems that there's always something new to focus on for getting hired. I know that SharePoint specialisits seem to be in demand.[/quote]

MIS = Product Manager.
Database Admin = $$$$$$$.

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[quote=SmootSmack;665617][B]This is like the sober version of Angry's Pay It Forward idea I take it.[/B]

When it comes time to buy a home, I'll be asking a lot of questions to many of you here[/quote]

LOL, I was thinking the same thing.

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[quote=tryfuhl;665843]To you guys doing dev, etc what are the better degrees/focuses right now?

I know MIS was big here recently but it seems that there's always something new to focus on for getting hired. I know that SharePoint specialisits seem to be in demand.[/quote]
Comp Sci and Comp Eng will be better than MIS...

Like saden said, Oracle/SQL/DBA type stuff is always in demand and gets big bucks. My company is always on the look out for Java developers. On the networking side, any Cisco experience is a big plus.

Since Sharepoint is relatively new, if you can get the training and become a specialist, there's a market for that. One of the things I'm looking into training for is Sharepoint Branding, because the way it's built, it's very nit-picky when it comes to customization of the initial package. Very tedious work.

Many IT shops are getting their trial by fire since many companies want the Sharepoint presence, but aren't willing to pay for training. That's where I'm at now. We have an internal Sharepoint site as well as having stood one up for a client (both WSS 3.0, no MOSS 2007 yet), and the Senior SysAdmin and I have basically done everything via Google and Textbook.

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+1 for CS.

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BS--Forestry

I schedule tree crews for care of related needs with-in the PA-MD-NJ area. I can give advice on tree pruning, insect pest management, landscapes, patios, cabling, lighting protection, plantings, etc.

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Application development mostly of the web variety but plenty of client app work in the past. I do this for a local municipality now but spend at least half my time performing director duties for the entire IT dept.

I've bought and sold more houses than most do in a lifetime in the past 10 years and have experience with the rental markets.

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I have BA's in English and film studies from Penn State and almost 4 years English teaching experience in Japan (as well as about half a year in mortgage sales like the homeboy GM). So yeah, I have no skills other than social, although I do plan on starting law school in September so holla at me in three years and I hope to be a little more useful.

I was also a techno DJ for several years and have traveled a ton in Asia, so if you are looking to disappear into a great club for a Saturday night or a remote jungle for a longer stretch, I can help with either:)

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[quote=djnemo65;665983]I have BA's in English and film studies from Penn State and almost 4 years English teaching experience in Japan (as well as about half a year in mortgage sales like the homeboy GM). So yeah, I have no skills other than social, although I do plan on starting law school in September so holla at me in three years and I hope to be a little more useful.
[B]
I was also a techno DJ for several years and have traveled a ton in Asia, so if you are looking to disappear into a great club for a Saturday night or a remote jungle for a longer stretch, I can help with either[/B]:)[/quote]

I would love to take you up on that. East Asia is high on my list of places to travel.

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I am here for all of your many Tibetan language needs.

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[quote=Lotus;665989]I am here for all of your many Tibetan language needs.[/quote]

So is my little brother. He's nearly fluent.

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^ Good for your brother. He's helping to save a dying language.

But I was being a little tongue-in-cheek in light of the theme of this thread. Most Americans have no Tibetan translation needs. Perhaps my only skill is useless to most people.

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[quote=Lotus;666078]^ Good for your brother. He's helping to save a dying language.

But I was being a little tongue-in-cheek in light of the theme of this thread. Most Americans have no Tibetan translation needs. [B] Perhaps my only skill is useless to most people[/B].[/quote]
Hey, don't fret it, my best skill is making lousy relationship choices, I doubt anyone will be asking for my help anytime soon!

(I also have a BS in CS that I haven't used in 10 years, MS certifications in Exchange, not used since NT was da bomb, VB and other misc MS stuff, was an MP in the Army, and now am an office mgr in a hospital privacy curtain manufacturer/cleaner. I am truly chocked full o' worthless information!)

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[quote=CRedskinsRule;666114]Hey, don't fret it, [B]my best skill is making lousy relationship choices,[/B] I doubt anyone will be asking for my help anytime soon!

(I also have a BS in CS that I haven't used in 10 years, MS certifications in Exchange, not used since NT was da bomb, VB and other misc MS stuff, was an MP in the Army, and now am an office mgr in a hospital privacy curtain manufacturer/cleaner. I am truly chocked full o' worthless information!)[/quote]

I forgot, I have that skill, too. :)

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Holy crap we have a ton of IT and IS professionals up in here.

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That's what I was thinking schneed, I know this is a big place for it but dang lol

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[quote=CRedskinsRule;666114]Hey, don't fret it, [B]my best skill is making lousy relationship choices[/B], I doubt anyone will be asking for my help anytime soon!

(I also have a BS in CS that I haven't used in 10 years, MS certifications in Exchange, not used since NT was da bomb, VB and other misc MS stuff, was an MP in the Army, and now am an office mgr in a hospital privacy curtain manufacturer/cleaner. I am truly chocked full o' worthless information!)[/quote]


lol...I can help you with that.

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This is a good idea but I recommend...

Maybe some kind of chart, something like the "Warpath location map" or whatever that thing is called.

You could have different industries with the appropriate names underneath (ie finance - schneed, ego boosting - Matty, snow removal - canuck, etc.)

That way if I need a hand in a certain industry I can know right away who might be able to help me. If I have to scroll through a 20 page thread (like every other thread on this site) it will become useless.

Ok there's my suggestion, now get to work mods... ;)

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^^ sounds like something an excel person could whip up, you know someone who makes cap figure worksheets or the like.

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[quote=CRedskinsRule;666324]^^ sounds like something an excel person could whip up, you know someone who makes cap figure worksheets or the like.[/quote]

True but right now we're looking at an uncapped year... so I'm on permanent vacation. :)

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[quote=CrazyCanuck;666323]This is a good idea but I recommend...

Maybe some kind of chart, something like the "Warpath location map" or whatever that thing is called.

You could have different industries with the appropriate names underneath (ie finance - schneed, ego boosting - Matty, snow removal - canuck, etc.)

That way if I need a hand in a certain industry I can know right away who might be able to help me. If I have to scroll through a 20 page thread (like every other thread on this site) it will become useless.

Ok there's my suggestion, [B]now get to work mods... ;)[/B][/quote]

Go right ahead :)

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Right now I'm pretty useless.

As of May 2010, I'll be a college graduate with a B.A. in psychology with a focus on criminal law.

I work at Petsmart... Taking care of other people's dogs (its the kennel. You people in Bethesda know what I'm talking about). I've been doing that to get me through college. (So the past 4 years). So basically when you're going to the Skins game and you don't wanna leave Spot at home to chew up your shit... Give us a call.

Btw, if anyone knows any sort of psychology/criminal law based entry level jobs. [B]Please please PLEASE[/B] point me in the right direction. Psychology is such a useless major to hold a B.A. in cause you can't do shit with only a B.A. as a psych major.

DC/MD/VA area only. Though I am willing to look into moving (no further than PA) for the right job/salary.

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Did I mention that we need to draft a QB?

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[quote=CrazyCanuck;666323]This is a good idea but I recommend...

Maybe some kind of chart, something like the "Warpath location map" or whatever that thing is called.

You could have different industries with the appropriate names underneath (ie finance - schneed, ego boosting - Matty, snow removal - canuck, etc.)

That way if I need a hand in a certain industry I can know right away who might be able to help me. If I have to scroll through a 20 page thread (like every other thread on this site) it will become useless.

Ok there's my suggestion, now get to work mods... ;)[/quote]
this is just for the info, I'll likely be compiling it into something after we get some more.. then it could be encouraging to others

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[quote=DynamiteRave;666328]Right now I'm pretty useless.

As of May 2010, I'll be a college graduate with a B.A. in psychology with a focus on criminal law.



Btw, if anyone knows any sort of psychology/criminal law based entry level jobs. [B]Please please PLEASE[/B] point me in the right direction. Psychology is such a useless major to hold a B.A. in cause you can't do shit with only a B.A. as a psych major.

DC/MD/VA area only. Though I am willing to look into moving (no further than PA) for the right job/salary.[/quote]

heh.. I was going to say that it might be useless afterwards too, but best wishes

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[quote=DynamiteRave;666328]Right now I'm pretty useless.

As of May 2010, I'll be a college graduate with a B.A. in psychology with a focus on criminal law.

I work at Petsmart... Taking care of other people's dogs (its the kennel. You people in Bethesda know what I'm talking about). I've been doing that to get me through college. (So the past 4 years). So basically when you're going to the Skins game and you don't wanna leave Spot at home to chew up your shit... Give us a call.

Btw, if anyone knows any sort of psychology/criminal law based entry level jobs. [B]Please please PLEASE[/B] point me in the right direction. Psychology is such a useless major to hold a B.A. in cause you can't do shit with only a B.A. as a psych major.

DC/MD/VA area only. Though I am willing to look into moving (no further than PA) for the right job/salary.[/quote]

What the hell do you mean that right now your useless? Your going to college and working what else can you do for yourself and others? Nothing, as far as I'm concerned unless your 45 and have been going to schoool and working at Pets R Us for 20 yrs. Getting your degree is what your suppose to be doing so don't sell yourself short.

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I can locate people for you!

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[quote=DynamiteRave;666328]Btw, if anyone knows any sort of psychology/criminal law based entry level jobs. [B]Please please PLEASE[/B] point me in the right direction. Psychology is such a useless major to hold a B.A. in cause you can't do shit with only a B.A. as a psych major.

DC/MD/VA area only. Though I am willing to look into moving (no further than PA) for the right job/salary.[/quote]
Check out the FBI, or the Federal Government in general.

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[quote=BDBohnzie;667894]Check out the FBI, or the Federal Government in general.[/quote]

learn arabic and this suggestion is ++

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[quote=tryfuhl;665843]To you guys doing dev, etc what are the better degrees/focuses right now?

I know MIS was big here recently but it seems that there's always something new to focus on for getting hired. I know that SharePoint specialisits seem to be in demand.[/quote]
[url=http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/10things/?p=1387&tag=nl.e101]Top 10 tech skills for 2010 | 10 Things | TechRepublic.com[/url]

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[quote=BDBohnzie;667894]Check out the FBI, or the Federal Government in general.[/quote]

DRave, a good friend of mine works for the FBI if you want to go that route. I could put you in touch with her if so. Lemme know.