She has GCSE's of which most are C's and above. She has A-levels in food technology, health and social care and english. She then went to work in a food store for 2 years after that as a supervisor. She has applied for several jobs recently and been turned down for each one. The employers have given the reasons that either she has had no experience or they have taken someone on that has more experience than herself. This is really starting to deflate her confidence.
Doe's anyone have any suggestions with regards to job hunting that i can give her or help her with??
Thanks in advance,
Sam.
2007-03-19 01:40:33 · 9 answers · asked by dukeof23 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
If you have heard of monster.com, you can post your resume on the web and people can look at how experienced/inexperienced you might be for that job. I'm sure that your girlfriend is very intelligent and eager to find a more sophisticated job, but jobs at grocery stores/drugstores/conveniance stores might be a foot in the door for right now. Meanwhile she can still look for something while having a part time job. Just remember also to continue supporting her in all that she does, while right now it may seem frustrating to you, it is also upsetting to her. I wish you and your girlfriend the best of luck!
2007-03-19 01:52:00 · answer #1 · answered by ozzylvr13 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just recently hired a new assistant and I had the unfortunate task of turning a few people down due to 'lack of experience'. My tip for her is to thouroughly read a job description before interview and even make notes if need be of examples that show a wealth of experience in each area. Always emphasize what you have done.
If it's that she is trying to break into a new industry I'd recommend her trying to get a voluntary work placement somewhere to gain more experience while she is still looking.
Best of luck.
2007-03-19 08:54:27 · answer #2 · answered by ausjo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
perhaps its something at interview going wrong - if she gets to this stage. u need to remember that u have 2 start at the bottom and work up, and a lot of people like to promote staff from lower down. she should aim for a checkout, and then show initiative and commitment to the job to move up. try posting the cv on an internet site and get some feedback, and job sites online.
or if she wants a career change then get try and get some free work experience in, then often a full time position is offered or you can at least make contacts for further work.
good luck
2007-03-19 08:54:25 · answer #3 · answered by boo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why doesn't she try temping for 6 months this will gver her a chance to earn some money and get some experience. She can do short term temping which will allow her to move around trying different types of jobs and when she finds one she likes she may get taken on permanently or the agency will help her to find a permenant one. If you are in England gor to Reed or Arrow or Manpower or Office angels. Someone will be able to help I am sure
2007-03-19 11:12:36 · answer #4 · answered by dmbz2000 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just keep trying - could be loads of reasons she wasn't chosen for a particular job. It's in the numbers. Lots of people out there looking for work!
She is lucky to have a caring and supportive friend. You can do mock interviews to see IF she has interview troubles - maybe she gets nervous?
2007-03-19 09:20:44 · answer #5 · answered by Zasu 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not encourage her to go back to college, improve her qualifications and perhaps embark on a career with prospects and the money to go with it.
Care homes are usually crying out for staff and since she has a qualification in social care it might help her; not that you need anything specific to start in care; a good manager or matron will help put her in for her NVQ.
With her food experience, she could work in a care home kitchen.
2007-03-19 08:51:34 · answer #6 · answered by elflaeda 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is whe applying for? All employers match skills to the job vacancy.
She needs to do the same before applying. If she wants a change she will need to get some training.
2007-03-19 08:51:36 · answer #7 · answered by Mark J 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I totally agree with you. My teenage daughter is having the same proble. When I was her age there were loads of jobs advertised for teenagers (school leavers). Obviously they had no experience. I don't know how they get jobs now.
2007-03-19 08:56:02 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is there a career counselor she can speak to? Unfortunately, the job hunt is quite unpredictable, I'm going through it myself.
2007-03-19 08:49:28 · answer #9 · answered by di12381 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋