2007-02-15 03:43:28 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
You might want to re-work your resume. It's possible you arent getting many responses because your resume is dry or out of date. Spiff it up a bit first, then try a few other things-
Expand your search. It's possible you might have to commute a little farther than you hoped if there arent many jobs to be had in your immediate area.
Try new ways of searching- look online at all the job posting sites (careerbuilder, monster, etc) and also go to companies websites directly and click on their "Careers" link or similar to see if they have any openings in your area.
All else fails, consider an agency. I was having similar problems getting a job when I was in college, and ended up with an agency for a while- they ended up finding me a job with the company I'm still in and happy with today!
Good luck and dont get frustrated!
2007-02-15 03:53:53 · answer #1 · answered by Siren61 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi,
It's kind of hard for me to say what might be wrong without knowing you, but I can offer some suggestions while you are job searching:
The most important thing to remember about job searches is that you should use a combination of methods regardless of your location.
Networking - Register at your local Unemployment Office (you don't need to be on unemployment to register for their assistance). They often will have networking groups on a regular basis. They also are a good source for the jobs that never show up in the paper or online.
Check your local paper -- In many cases the paper's classified are now online.
Search Smart Online -- If you don't have a lot of time, spend most of your time at sites that aggregate the job feeds from several job search engines. Prominently these include indeed.com and thingamajob.com.
Organization -- I use a free online application that allows you to track your ads, jobs you apply for, send or print mail merged correspondence, and track your job search history. This site is jobsearchlog.com and it has been very useful to me, please go and check it out!
Good Luck,
Karen
2007-02-15 04:28:40 · answer #2 · answered by karbenite 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did you get any feedback from the people didn't hire you? Even if they don't hire you, the feedback as to why can help you in your next interview. Change your resume, clothes, attitude based on feedback. Try and be flexible about the pay, the job that you do and the hours that you work. Be happy and smile in an interview. Sell what you can do for your employer as much as possible.
If you are going to work in an office, wear a conservative suit.
In general, try and match your clothes and attitude to the place you are interviewing at. No reason to wear a suit if you are applying for a cashiers job at Wal Mart.
Do you have a Resume? Have someone check it for content, grammer and spelling errors.
Do you have any qualifications? Go to school to get qualifications if needed for the job you are applying for.
Without knowing what kind of job you are applying for, it is hard to get into specifics.
2007-02-15 04:01:34 · answer #3 · answered by jacbob 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get creative. Updated your resume, login to the job boards and most importantly use Yahoo, Google and MSN to there fullest extent.
Try queries such as "job title AND your city AND your state" to search jobs that you are looking for. Not all businesses use the big 3-5 job boards.
Search for "job boards" on yahoo and upload your resume or search for local companies.
Without knowing what you do, i can't give much more advice besides keep on looking!
2007-02-15 04:02:49 · answer #4 · answered by Byron M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm with you! Here, in the Atlanta Area. Companies are going through Temp Services. And their pay, sucks! I'm working. But looking for something better, ($). Keep your name out there. And let those Companies, that you are really interested in, Remember your name. Call `em, every once in a while. It shows interest, and it impresses all. Good Luck
2007-02-15 03:53:38 · answer #5 · answered by Goggles 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can register for temp agencies. Contract work is better then no work and continue calling every week for availability until you land the job you want or until the agency have something long term. something is bound to happen, so don't give up.
2007-02-15 04:28:49 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to develop a new approach. There are no quick answers. Everyone must find their way. Make yourself useful. Learn how to do something well. Research, research and more research. If you don't have specific training, you will always be looking.
2007-02-15 03:50:26 · answer #7 · answered by The Rabbi 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried a temporary agency?
Temp agencies can often find you jobs fast.
2007-02-15 03:47:49 · answer #8 · answered by SomeInfo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
temp agencies and keep trying,and applying
2007-02-15 03:50:56 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Give up and find a sugar daddy.
2007-02-15 03:51:39 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋