Job search?

Question

Im unemployed and search on the net every day and look in the wednesday and saturday age, applying for the jobs that are there jobs like nursery hands, kitchenhands, manufacting jobs ( all not retail ) i send out resumes to buisnesses. my job network member that i have to see keeps telling me im too skiny blah blah blah and that my resume is ruined from too many jobs. so i have low self eistem at the moment and dont visit buisnesses in person, and get so nervous calling them. Are any one else going through the same thing?

Answer 1

Millions of people go through this, and it's sad. It's really hard sometimes due to the economy or what your area is going through. I really want to recommend a few ideas..One thing, go to your local employment office and try to seek assistance finding a job. Log onto monster.com if you have not yet and post your resume' and also look for employers in your area hiring. Also check out craigslist.org sometimes people looking for employees post there as well, doesn't hurt to check.
Next thing you can do is go to a college in your area and see about taking a course toward a career that you can do that has a lot of jobs. Nurses, EMT's, etc and you can become an LVN within 2 years, also an EMT within a year or two, there are quite a few other jobs.. You can also get assistance at some colleges to pay for your education and even get enough money to cover some of your home expenses.

Also, for a job while you are searching there are a couple of online jobs you can most likely get http://liveops.com and http://workathomeagents.com they hire a lot for people to work at home and you can pretty much get a job easy at either one of them as long as you have a pleasing voice and a computer with internet access.

Good luck!

Answer 2

You have to really put the vibe out.
Sign up with another couple of employment agencies.
Send resumes, phone to check they received them, then phone again. Just do it! Bribe yourself with a reward once you've done it. Yes you may encounter rude receptionists but it is more likely that someone will notice how keen you are about the job. It's hard to get over phone nerves but it really is easier than you think. If you have a nice friend get them to call and pretend they are you if you're really struggling.

Put the word out amongst your friends and family that you are looking for work and to let you know if they hear about any positions. Often it's not what you know but who you know and if you come recommended it will be easier to get an interview.

Truncate your resume - extend one or two jobs and delete some of the minor ones - if it gets you a job you're capable of who cares!
Enlist a couple of great people to be references.
When you go to an interview RESEARCH the company background, go with questions prepared and think of two or three reasons why you'd be good for the job, that way you won't be nervous.

Answer 3

well I am going through the same thing, but not to the same extent as you. (just a student looking for a part time job) It sounds like you need to fix up your resume and work on your job interviewing skills. Your job network person is right...a resume with too many items on it is overwhelming. It should be short and simple, while at the same time highlighting your best skills and qualities. If they want to know your full job history, you can include that with your application. As for the interviewing part goes...practice makes perfect. There are some pretty standard questions that come with job interviews. Prepare your answers ahead of time so you know what you're going to say, and can say it with confidence. Practice with a friend if you need to. It also might help to narrow your job search. Exactly what position are you looking for, in what field? If you know exactly what you're looking for, its easier to find more places to apply. Well, good luck. Don't give up yet!

Answer 4

You have lots of company. There are many older people retrenched in the last down turn that are still trying to cope. Be thankful you have your youth and time ahead of you.

If you have lots of jobs in you c.v. I would guess you are taking what's offered and not what interests you. Perhaps you need to take a break. My suggestion would be do volunteer work for a while.

That would give you a chance to focus and perform without pressure. You might develop an idea of what your real desires are and when you finish you have a good entry on your c.v.

Answer 5

My dear, this is what you must do.

Go and get a job in a place that suits you. Which it sounds like a movie theatre or nursing home would be ideal...I mean because both these positions are ideal for quite people such as yourself who are indeed great people.

Many nursing homes are in need of "activity people" to help with arts and craft time for the residents. Then working in the kitchen as a Dietary Aide is good.

Also working at the movies, is nice..selling tickets (behind a booth) or talking up tickets OR working at the food counter will help you in speaking and greeting other people.

Self-esteem can only be raised when you move through your fears and face life head on.. Bookstores like Barnes and Noble are always in need of great people like you..

Since you want to work..or need to work.. Get out there and face these people.. Smile and ask for what you want. Go for it! You can do it..but you have got to try..starting tomorrow.

You can make it! Redo your resume with only the last 3 jobs.. You can make it!!!! Yes, you can!

Answer 6

Many of us are. Don't give up. Sooner or later it will come, and when the first offer comes, 2 or 3 more will come along. It never fails.

You have to call them. What's the worst they'll do! Direct your call to an answering machine that says "Thank you for calling, good bye!"

I went thru a stage-- a co I worked for 14 years went under, got another job, lost it after 6 weeks and thought I'd never have a decent job again.

A few weeks later, I got the best job I had in my life.

D O*********** N O T ****** GIVE UP!!!!

I've heard it said, your career isn't a career unless you get fired or work for a co that went bankrupt.

Answer 7

Don't worry about it, it will all get better, just tough it out oh well tah keep your chin up as Robin Hood would say

Answer 8

Definitely. Try losing your home and your kids on top of it. All because the job market sucks!

Hang in there.