I am 20yr of age,currently unemployed and i think it has driven me into a state of depression,i am Qualified for lots of jobs but it just seams like luck is not on my side because i haven't been called for an interview not even once, my country is very small so i know for a fact that there is not many people who has the same qualifications and experiences as i have, however it kills my self esteem to see school drop outs and people who are not even close to having qualifications as i already have get the high paying jobs while i am stuck at home doing nothing, i enjoy journalism,networking and business management, i have certificates and diplomas with all the above listed,still no luck.i am at the point where i might just decide to join some gang and make money by other means.this is the last time i am asking for some advice so if anyone out there knows anyway,idea,schemes,or even online jobs that are not scams please let me know before,i trip out and do something i might regret.
2007-06-05 21:03:30 · 10 answers · asked by Rendevous 4 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
pls do not suggest a therapist because i am too broke to afford one,i cant even leave the house because i am too broke to afford a bus fair
2007-06-05 21:05:57 · update #1
the country is Guyana in south america
2007-06-05 21:25:01 · update #2
No life isn't worth giving up on and we learn that sometimes in life its not what you know its who you know... but dont do anything stupid because as soon as you do a job will appear and you wont be quailified anymore. I know life is wierd!
2007-06-05 21:11:32 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I certainly hope you don't do anything you will regret later on. It's good that you are aware of this. There are many resources to help people in your situation, which is not nearly as uncommon as you might think. Many of them are free. Here is what I think you should do:
First, get a temporary job. It does not have to be high-paying or skilled, it can just be working in a restaurant or shop. You can usually find these jobs online at the company's website, or by walking in and talking to the manager. This way, you will get a little seed money that you can use for your main job search.
Once you have that for a few weeks, contact a local career center. I don't know what country you are in, but many places have career assistance either through the university, city, or a private organization. Check in the local phone book for the location. If you are qualified for jobs and not getting called for interviews, it is likely that you are making a mistake in the process, perhaps in the style of your resume or something. The career center will help you with this. If you are truly qualified, they will show you what you need to do to get hired.
Lastly, be patient and don't rush. I know people that graduated from college and worked as waiters for almost 2 years before they found a suitable job that made use of their degree. Don't despair, your luck will eventually change. Feel free to e-mail me (yahoo account) if you have further questions.
2007-06-06 04:19:29 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are not being called for interviews, there may be something lacking in your resume, or something that brings doubt to prospective employers. Highlight only the skills and experience that are relevant for a particular job. Many people have different resumes drawn up for different types of work, because too much variation can lead employers to think you are flaky or unlikely to stay in one place for long. Perhaps a trusted friend or college advisor could look over for you?
Also, consider volunteering or taking a lesser job than what you would prefer. You may find that getting your foot in the door is all you really need to then grow within a company you like.
2007-06-06 04:16:29 · answer #3 · answered by dreamzgirl 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
use your journalism skills to write articles and submit them to magazines and papers. it will take some effort and understand you will probably get only a 10% response. So for every 100 you submit, 9 might reject you BUT 1 could print your editorial/article. and it all starts from there. it will take some effort on your part but you are worth it. in a nutshell my advice is to be creative and create your niche. no gangs or illegal activity. Good luck to you.
2007-06-06 04:20:37 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
here some web site that might have some jobs in your area I wish you good luck.
www.careerbuilder.com - More from this site
www.jobsonline.com -
www.monster.com -
jobsearch.monster.com
Don't give up I would surf the net and surely you can find you a job if not something that you can do at home. I be praying for you. GOOD LUCK .
2007-06-06 04:16:16 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Where the hell are you living ?! Is it possible at all, there should be such a country in the world that does not care about its talented students ?! Well, I suppose it is...Whatever you chose, I wouldn't try walking on a wild side if I were you - it may end real bad !
2007-06-06 04:13:43 · answer #6 · answered by javornik1270 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Life isn't worth giving up. You are bigger than that. You've shown it by doing the work for the qualifications. Now you have to work at getting work.
2007-06-06 04:19:41 · answer #7 · answered by bunter 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Things are rough sometimes, but the bad times pass. It's just temporary. Hang-on.
2007-06-06 04:13:21 · answer #8 · answered by Queenie knows it all. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take a "menial" job that's below your qualifications and work your way up.
2007-06-06 04:13:32 · answer #9 · answered by chevyinthedark2 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your 20 stop being a ***** and goto college you fag.
2007-06-06 07:35:38 · answer #10 · answered by jon_hal2002 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋