Randall S. Hansen, Ph.D., Webmaster, Publisher, and Founder of Quintessential Careers. Read about his background and credentials. Contact him: E-mail: randall@quintcareers.com * 386-740-8872 * FAX: 386-740-9764 * AIM: CareerDocHansen

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Liz Sumner, MA, Contributor and Life Coach, as well as executive director of the Career Management Alliance, the world's leading and most trusted association of career professionals. Read about her background and credentials. Contact her: E-mail: esumner@ne.rr.com * Phone: 603-876-3956

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