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

Drawing on her experience at more than one hundered 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
   •  Going permanent