Temp: How To Survive & Thrive in the World of Temporary Employment - Paperback

by Deborahann Smith (Author)

Drawing on her experience of more than 100 companies, Deborahann Smith guides the reader throughout the world of temporary employment with humor, common-sense, a Zen-like appreciation for the ever-changing moment - and a healthy dose of enlightened self-interest. Among the topics covered are: marketing yourself, dealing with agencies, negotiating pay and benefits, getting though the first day, community in the workplace, difficult relationships, job recognition, surviving job lulls, and going permanent.

Back Jacket

Drawing on her experience at more than 100 companies, Deborahann Smith guides the reader throughout the world of temporary employment with humor, common sense, a Zen-like appreciation for the ever-changing present moment - and a healthy dose of enlightened self-interest. Among the topics are marketing yourself, dealing with agencies, negotiating pay and benefits, getting through the first day, community in the workplace, difficult relationships, job recognition, surviving job lulls, and going permanent.

Author Biography

Deborahann Smith is the author of Temp: How to Survive and Thrive in the World of Temporary Employment. She lives in Boulder, Colorado.