Jean has been volunteering as a therapy dog handler for the past 13 years. Her first therapy dog, Bella, was a wild Whippet-Terrier mix from Puerto Rico who, after a lot of training, became an amazing therapy dog. She wasn't good with other dogs, but "read" people accurately, and loved nothing better than getting up in bed with a patient who was scared or in pain. Rudy, Jean's second therapy dog, was certified a few months after Bella died in 2018, and is still working in two hospitals and in the special education classroom of a local elementary school. He's a mix as well and is a sweet dog who loves everyone. Jean became an evaluator for Bright & Beautiful Therapy Dogs, Inc. this past year and Rudy is her test dog. All she has to say is: "Rudy, do you want to go to work?" And he runs for the car. Check out two videos about Rudy.
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"What Do Toes Do?" A board book for babies and toddlers exploring in a fun way the purpose of toes. The first in a series of six books, "What Does Toes Do?" has beautfiul illustrations showing babies of many backgrounds discovering their toes. Printed in the U.S. it uses soy ink and safe, thick pages that babies can turn themselves. A great gift for families of young children and expectant mothers.
Praise for the book
Children's librarians and preschool teachers love this book. As it's just recently published, stay tuned for future testimonials.
"This isn't just another book about a dog and a person rescuing one another. It's about how, together, Jean and Bella share their beautiful gift with countless other people who so desperately need to smile."
— Kim Kavin, author of Little Boy Blue and The Dog Merchants.
"This is a wonderful book full of hope and surprises, one of those rare literary treats that I can open anywhere, at any time, and simply feel better."
— Michael Morse, author of Mr. Wilson Makes It Home
- Features up-to-the-minute job search advice grounded in economic reality.
- Deals extensively with the emotions associated with job loss.
- Reinforces key concepts through case studies about real people who rebounded from sudden unemployment.
As the economy struggles and whole sectors wither, millions of people are out of work. Even people who still have jobs are waiting for the axe to fall. Eliminated! Now What? teaches people how to view their job loss as an opportunity, rather than a crippling dilemma. It explains what to do in the first days following a layoff, how to talk about career transition with others, and how to create a strong foundation for an effective job search. Author Jean Baur dispels myths and lies associated with job seeking and provides case studies of real people who achieved success after losing their jobs. She equips readers with action steps to overcome obstacles and teaches them how to be resilient in any economy.
Praise for the book
“Jean Baur shows you how to cope with the shock, hurt, and depression of a job loss...”
— Kevin Daley, founder of Communispond
“Jean Baur will teach you how to take control, reclaim your self-confidence, and get back to work on your terms...”
— Chris Jones, Director, Talent Development, McGraw-Hill Companies
Worried about an upcoming interview? Not sure what to do? Here's a book that will give you everything you need to prepare for interviews and help you understand employers' needs so you can match your skills and abilities to the job. A unique feature of "The Essential Job Interview Handbook" is multiple answers to sample questions. Rated good, better and best, you'll learn what makes a winning answer and understand the strategy behind it.
Whether you're just finishing school or have been working a long time, you need "The Essential Job Interview Handbook" to:
- identify types of questions as well as different interview styles
- probe for needs so that your answers always fit the employer's requirements
- understand what influences hiring managers in selecting the top candidate
- manage hostile or difficult questions and learn how to burn off nervousness
Praise for the handbook
“The Essential Job Interview Handbook is a realistic guide that gives
every job-seeker all
the tools,
skills, and answers you will need to
impress any potential employer and rise above the competition.”
— Ron Fry, best-selling author of 101 Great Answers to the Toughest Interview Questions
“It not only provides you with multiple ways to answer key
questions, but also helps you understand why
the questions are
being asked and what goes into hiring managers’ decisions. You
will consult this book
over and over!”
— John Beauregard, executive director, Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board
Read this book, keep it handy; it will soon become your best friend. It's in bookstores and available to order online.
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