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[quote]QUOTE: <i>Originally posted by tormadel</i> <br /><br />Someday you will run out of seasoned railroaders if you don't start seasoning new ones :). <br /> <br />It's a catch22 these days in every industry. Everyone wants experiance but no one wants to be burdened with being the one to provide the experiance. <br />[/quote] <br /> <br />Working at a large regional or Class 1 is the best way to gain experience. If you know what kind of experience you are seeking, you can plan your career accordingly. <br /> <br />In my experience it is not so much the difficulty of finding someone to "give" you experience, as it is your willingness to take the chance and grasp the experience for yourself. That said, there is a general reluctance of employers to hire someone they feel is using their company as a "stepping stone" to further their career. <br /> <br />LC
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