<p>“Bob transitioned from full-time caregiver to full-time job hunter.He might as well have worn the scarlet letter "L" — L for looking for work, L for long-term unemployed, L for loser. He fought hard not to feel that way.</p> 
<p>Pantano drew inspiration and a roadmap by reading Dana Manciagli's book, Cut the Crap and Get a Job! Networking became his guidepost. He took four classes through WorkNet Pinellas that addressed his eroded skills in interviewing, networking and targeting resumes.</p>
<p>Shy by nature, he learned how to cold-call job prospects. The feedback was encouraging, even if it didn't lead directly to a job. "People are willing to help," he found. "It's in their nature to try to help."</p>
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