>>Actually, the person I contacted with, indicated, that the position doesn't allow telecommuting (though ad states otherwise). So, here is the ad:
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>>http://www.hatzlacha.com/cgi-bin/atl9/jobpostings.cgi?ct=1&md=second&id=2378
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>>BTW, have you heard about any VFP job in Columbus area? The IT market here is very limited...
>Columbus is pretty much in the sticks. My best friend is from Ohio - and my understanding is that it's a nice place to visit - but a metropolitian life is out of the question.
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>But, with your considerable experience and credentials, you might check with the University - heck - maybe you could teach design analysis and VFP. If I was in a college town (like Columbus) - I'd hit the job boards there (not just the internet offerings, but actually go on campus and look at the bulletins posted). There are all sorts of projects there - and they might ask for this or that kind of tool (not VFP). I have sold contract xBase development to offers asking for fulltime C++ and VB - and you - probably have one of the hottest resumes on this board.
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>If you have a full-cycle development background (and have a good math background), I would say hit the financial district. If any stranger in a strange land could make a go of it - you're the [wo]man, Nadya!
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>Check out refineries and carbon storage facilities. Emissions Inventory is a big deal - look up Ohio's "Environmental Quality Commission" (OEQC?). Check out the EPA site regarding AP-42. Regulations have changed - some light organic and physical chemistry functions. There is a big push to update and automate Emissions Inventoy Compliance.
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>If you can't find a market - make one. Independent contracting is something someone with your background could be very successful with. You may have to pester a few people, but thats what they get paid for!
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Terry;

I truly enjoyed your advice and words such as “If you can't find a market - make one”. That sounds like me! Many told me during the last ten years (two recessions) that the market was bad so do not bother looking for a job! With a wife and two kids to support I cannot afford to listen to negative comments. So I put on my thinking cap, smile, and get to work! That is my advice to anyone in life.

It has been said, “Getting a job is a job”! This is so true. One thing I found out – surround yourself with positive people and avoid negative people – even good friends and family members! You have a mission in life and listening to prophecies of doom will not help you.

Tom