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Dear Kid Attitude lesson for teen job seekers echoes Boss letter
A Cincinnati Enquirer column reprint features Karen Rak’s Dear Kid letter from an employer. It urges teens to show clean appearance, preparation, and genuine effort, arguing attitude beats raw experience in securing summer jobs. The Boss note emphasizes neatness, readiness, and willingness to start modestly to earn trust.
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Abby
Summer
Portland
Ore
Cincinnati Enquirer
William Raspberry
Karen Rak
Center Junior High School
Strongsville
Ohio