how long did it take you to find a job?

Question

I have been on careerbuilder everyday, putting out resumes, checking for job fairs etc. and nothing is it just me are do all people around the world have trouble finding a job. where did you look, how long did it take, and are you happy with your current job.

Answer 1

I've been out of college (graduated) for nearly 9 months now, and I still have yet to find a job.

I've had 2 interviews that were promising, and we're still crossing our fingers on this latest one. We're not in a rush, but it would be nice to have a job.

It's frustrating for a new grad. Either you're underqualified without experience or you're overqualified because you're grad. Very frustrating.

Answer 2

When I got the job I have now, I got the interview and offer within a weeks period. That was almost 6 years ago now, and at the beginning of the massive layoffs that occured.

Now, however, is a different story. Depending on how picky you are with a job, it can take you a very long time, or you could have something fairly soon. I have been able to find maybe 10 jobs a year that I would be interested in, and of those, I get shot down for qualifications on most, but have been to a few interview rounds as well. If, however, I were looking for a straight across move, I could find a position within a few weeks.

Dont get discouraged. If you get to the point of desparation, and are able to manage, take a job that is not 100% perfect, and continue looking. Who knows, the non-perfect job may actually be the perfect job anyway.

Answer 3

I haven't worked in 3 years, I have little experience, and even less education, and it took me about a month to find a job. Try using Work Source (if there is one in your area), another thing that helps, call EVERY employer you apply at. Just sitting at home on the computer clicking *send resume* isn't going to get the job right away, apply in person, fallow up with a call in a few days to a week, it takes work to get a good job.
My first day back to work was yesterday, it was alright, but learning everything, is going to take a while, I just need to get used to working hard again.

Answer 4

It took me over 6 months, and now I'm at a great job. I used Monster, Careerbuilder, and hotjobs, even applying for jobs 5 hours away. Worth the wait.

Answer 5

It depends on what field you are looking at really. If you are looking for a position in a field that is not hiring because business is slow (Real Estate Lenders), you are in for a long wait. However if you are looking in an industry that is hot (engineering), or is always hiring (retail), your wait will be shorter.

I am an operations manager that is currently active in the Navy, and yes I am.

Answer 6

it took me about half a year! i sent out 100s of resumes and went on at least 20 interviews but I am very happy with my current job! it takes time, dont worry..but it will be worth it

Answer 7

I search for the right one but i have NEVER had a problem getting a job. I looked online for my current job, took a while to hear back from them, but they hired me, and i like the job a lot!

Answer 8

i have a friend whose been looking for a job for 5 months. he passess all interview but his asking price is too much for the company. he finally decided to accept a job lower than his market value. prolly you're under the same crisis. he's doing good right now, thankful for the jo but looking into a better career with other companies. ;-)

Answer 9

3 weeks

Answer 10

I have never been unemployed so I apologize but I can't help you. I don't know why you are unemployed but, instead of sitting on the computer and looking, get out of your house and hunt for one.