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Abraham Lincoln's Log Singing Contests
Why did Abraham Lincoln win the log splitting contests so easily?

You have heard the reason: He knew exactly where to place the wedge to give his strikes the most power. When Lincoln won these contests, he was the same age as I am now and like him, I too want to enter the log splitting contest.

I have a good strong wedge and a sturdy hammer, but I need a log: an organization whose growth I can contribute to, and build a career with.

Firstly, I would like to get into the field of "FIELD NAME" as a generalist, starting as a "DESIGNATION". I have strong basic computer skills, excellent communication skills with a vantage level Business English Certification to show for it, minimalist experience in handling customers acquired in my previous

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