Job Seeker Uses GPS Tracker to Spell Out ”Hire Me”

26 Mar 2015

Some people will run in circles, go through hoops, and jump over obstacles to get a job. David Miller in San Francisco did them one better. He ran in text.

A long-time runner, he says he wanted to work for an “awesome company,” and Strava is the one he chose. He then needed to convince the company to choose him, among the many applicants for the job.

The Value of GPS Tracking

Miller installed a GPS route app on his mobile and ran through the SOMA neighborhood of San Francisco in the along a path he had pre-planned. It spelled out “Hire Me” when it was graphically displayed on the app.

The 8.1 mile route was no problem for Miller, who is registered for four marathons this year.

Did It Work?

Strava spokesman Michael Oldenburg is still silent on how effective the strategy was. He did say that “Strava art,”the company’s term for using the app artistically, is not unknown.

One jogger used it to run a marriage proposal. Another athlete created a turkey.

GPS as an Art Medium

Using the display has become a challenge for bored runners or those looking to up the challenge. It is so popular that an art exhibit ran from February to April this year in France at the Centre International de Poesie Marseille called Alpha, Beta, Carta. It was a display of letters, words, texts and sounds using GPS technology.

The website GPSDrawing.com has a selected works from serious artists using the device to explore new realms of art making.

Alternative Uses for Your GPS

But what if you’re not artistic? Are there other uses for your GPS? It turns out this handy device has a variety of practical uses, each creative in its own way. Here are three.

Do you have a teen? Outsmart him! When he uses the car, check his speed by using your GPS teen tracking device. The device in your car sends speed information to a website that you can access. Experienced parents say this method works best if you let him know you are watching.

Take it fishing. Set a waypoint for the best fishing spots on your favorite lake. In addition, you can get fish-related downloads for your device that show schedules of the best times and dates to fish specific species.

Play hide and seek with other adults. The game is called geocaching. You check online for GPS coordinates, then go outside with your handheld device and play a combination of treasure hunt and hide and seek with your techie friends.

GPS tracking devices are clearly versatile. Next time you are bored, get creative. Artwork, treasure hunt, teen checking, or fishing, GPS tracking has you covered.

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About George Karonis

George Karonis is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of LiveViewGPS Inc., a company he established in 2008 with the vision of making real-time GPS tracking more reliable, affordable, and accessible for businesses of all sizes. Over the past two decades, he has built a reputation as an innovator in GPS tracking, fleet management, asset monitoring, and Push-to-Talk over Cellular (PTToC) communications. Under George's leadership, LiveViewGPS has grown into a nationally recognized provider of GPS tracking solutions, serving businesses, government agencies, educational institutions, law enforcement organizations, and public works departments throughout the United States. The company's technology helps organizations improve operational efficiency, protect valuable assets, increase driver safety, and reduce operating costs through real-time location intelligence. Before founding LiveViewGPS, George developed a background in security, surveillance, and emerging location technologies. His passion for innovation and practical problem solving has driven the development of products that combine dependable hardware with easy-to-use cloud software, giving customers actionable information when it matters most. In 2018, George expanded into nationwide Push-to-Talk over Cellular communications by launching PeakPTT, providing businesses with rugged, instant communication solutions that operate over LTE and Wi-Fi networks. His focus has remained the same throughout his career: delivering dependable technology backed by exceptional customer service and long-term customer relationships. George regularly writes about GPS tracking, fleet management, asset protection, business technology, and communication systems. Through this blog, he shares industry insights, practical advice, and emerging trends to help organizations make informed decisions about tracking technology and connected operations.