Hi! Thinking of applying to Keystrokes.....
Posted By: MEOW on 2008-10-01
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Would really appreciate any help/comments/pros/cons of this company.
Do they outsource?
Have steady work?
Use voice recognition?
Pay competitively?
Health insurance?
Offer part time?
Allow you to choose your own hours?
Thanks in Advance for any replies!!!!  
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