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>Perhaps some of the members of the list could give examples of
>experience gained outside the museum that have proved useful inside.


Having worked as a retail clerk at a bakery/cafe taught me a lot about the
benefits of good customer service (for the company and the customer) and
about keeping my cool with belligerent customers.  I also learned a lot
about people and being aware of their needs.  I've found that all of this
transfers over to serving visitors at our museum.

Bill

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William H. Stirrat  (Bill)
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Science Museum of Minnesota          /( )\
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As always, opinions expressed are my own.
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