Networking Retirement Temping 
Small Business Labs
MAY 16, 2012
CNBC's The Rise of the SuperTemp in the C Suite is another version of the HBR article focused on the increasing use of executive temps. The demand for executive temps is growing and companies are responding. independent workers could be considered Super Temps. independent workers could be considered Super Temps.
Practically Perfect PA
SEPTEMBER 7, 2015
In London, I met my husband-to-be (now ex) and I ended up retiring and moving to the Caribbean for 5 years. I worked and temped at various places in general administrator/secretarial roles until I found a job where I really felt I could make a difference. I got married, moved countries (with a cat) and had a baby in 9 months!
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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
DECEMBER 18, 2013
The staffing agent asked if I was open to temp to perm, even though the position was for a full time EA, he feels the CEO may need time to see if it is a good fit. I have no idea how long "temp" is considered before they would offer the permanent position. It feels like a bait and switch and there are no guarantees.
Job Advice Blog
JULY 6, 2010
Companies are hedging their bets by hiring temps instead a steady workforce. The long term prediction is that a decade from now the retirement of the baby boomers could cause labor shortages which again lead to opportunities. Since most jobs come through networking therefore more and more networking is the answer.
Small Business Labs
JANUARY 5, 2012
This growing ability to network, collaborate and socialize is making independent work more attractive, and 2012 will see the trend towards independent work continue to grow. Most of these older workers will choose independence because of the stimulation, freedom and flexibility it provides.
Small Business Labs
JUNE 3, 2010
The CNN article focuses on the growing use of temps. The professionals often have larger networks and more resources, and unlike their counterparts, the employees, they command respect and compensation equal to their contribution rather than their title. This prevents automated programs from posting comments.
Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
JULY 10, 2012
Besides having a checking, retirement account, and a rainy day fund, you should also have a huge savings account of 6 months to a year or more of living funds. Sometimes companies don’t validate for parking especially if you are doing testing at a temp agency and are there for a few hours. Have a huge savings account.
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