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Rich DeMatteo

I hate James Bond, but I love the “007 Lifestyle”

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This program has everything you need to be the man that you desire. Since going through this product, I’ve checked my notes and re-read some of the sections that apply directly to me. I’ve already looked for ways that I can improve my financial situation now and in the future, and have also found loads of other useful tips for my daily life.

It’s a job offer, don’t get your panties in a bunch

By Rich DeMatteo on February 17th in Career 28 comments

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How often have you seen people freak the hump out when they receive a job offer? All the time, right? I mean, I have. Each time I’ve received an offer, I’ve ran around screaming at people, dogs, even caterpillars telling them how “amazing” and “perfect” the job and company is.

The last thing I want to do is burst your bubble, but sometimes that excitement and optimism can greatly cloud your vision, resulting in you accepting and starting a job that really isn’t for you.

Gen Y, Job Hopping, and Starship Troopers

By Rich DeMatteo on January 27th in Career 54 comments

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Raise your hand if you’ve seen the sci-fi film, Starship Troopers.  Everyone with their hands down, please find a permanent marker and write “Asshole” on your face.  Thanks. If me calling you an asshole wasn’t enough motivation, I can certainly drop a few reasons to watch SST immediately.  Watch it for ridiculously oversized alien bugs

Thinking Outside of the Resume

By Rich DeMatteo on January 13th in Career 64 comments

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Your resume bores me.  Nothing personal, its just resumes in general are boring. When have you ever said, “Shit, I can’t wait to write up my CV”?   Right, you haven’t, because they are boring.  Do you think recruiter’s get excited to read 78 resumes for an open accounting position?  Of course not, at least I