sara.hassell asked:


My father has spent his whole life, literally, working with his hands. He is a highly skilled artist in his field, but his field is suffering from the recent recession. It’s been 8 months to no avail and depression is starting to take hold. I’m at a loss on how to help him. Does anyone have advice on how to move on without total loss of dignity. I would appreciate anything, but specifically technical advice regarding resumes and maybe public resources we aren’t aware of.

Shaun Parker asked:


Finding a job can be a real pain in the rear. If you are recently out of work then finding a job that suits your skills in a location that suits you can be as daunting as climbing Kilimanjaro. The main problem is that throughout our lives we are unlikely to have had to apply to thousands of jobs and as a result many of us are inexperienced in conducting a job search. Worse still there is no set formula to finding a new job and as a result there is no simple and straightforward way of finding a job. A jobseeker has to take great strides to seek jobs in a number of different places to ensure that they see everything that is on offer.

This is because there is no central point from which all jobs are posted. The job centre is a very good resource for jobseekers and employers that are looking to fill placements but it has not been able to completely canvass the job search market and as a result agencies now play a massive role in linking people with jobs. There are also traditional methods of finding jobs such as applying online and finding jobs in the newspaper. All of these methods need to be utilised in order to maximise the chances of success in your job search. So where should you start?

Writing a CV is the most fundamental aspect of your jobs search. Sadly it can be an extremely tedious task. It is the document that is designed to inform the potential employer of your skills, qualifications, interests and experience. It is often sent to the people advertising for the job and these people usually scrutinise the CV before deciding whether or not to invite the individual for an interview. For this reason it is vitally important. A well written and engaging CV is likely to get the jobseeker an interview whereas a poorly written CV that does not present a good image of the potential employee is likely to damage the chances of getting an interview and ultimately a job. Bearing in mind the importance of writing a good CV it is well worth the effort of setting aside a day to write it.

The best way to do this is to find a CV online that you like and use it as a template. Replace the information on the CV with your personal details and take time to write a personal statement that emphasises your positive points to the employer.

Once you have written that winning CV you need to send it off to as many jobs as you possibly can. Try not to be too picky at this early stage just apply to as many jobs as you can that relate to your area of skill or interest. What you will find is that you will learn a great deal more about the job when you go for interview.

In many cases a job that looks uninspiring in the interview can be a great deal more interesting if the work atmosphere is good. If for example you are applying to what looks like a really boring office job but you find that the office is full of people that you think you might get along with then it may turn out to be a good job.

Hilary asked:


I just graduated from college this past may with degrees in Economics and Politics Government. I have been looking for jobs since March it seems with no luck.

Does anyone have any suggestions? Should I be looking in a better job market (right now in WI)? What kind of industries should I start checking out? Any advice would be much appreciated!!!

i’maskingyousguys asked:


I’m a senior in highschool, been jobhunting for two months now my resume is on monster and careerbuilder, and i search those sites and craigslist everyday applying to at least 10 postings a day. i’ve also applied at all the local stores n shops i could walk into and still not even one interview. anyone have tips on how i can land a job????

hrcdrc asked:


I’m a recent college graduate that works part time (technically full time hours in the summer), as tattoo artist at Six Flags theme park. The pay is great, got promoted, but there’s no health coverage since it isn’t full time. My health coverage under my parents stopped when I turned 22; about three years ago (I’m at the old age of 25 now). While looking for other work that’s full time, I’ve applied for private insurance with GHP (Group Health Plan). I get a letter today finding out that my application was denied due to my health problems which is having anxiety/depression, and OCD. I’ve also been on Effexor medication for the past four years for it. According to GHP, I qualify for high risk pool and would have to pay a higher rate, so I’m guessing it’s about $5000/month, I don’t know hopefully I’m just exaggerating on that number . It’s like I’m being singled out and wonder if health insurance companies are afraid to approve me because I’m crazy and big fat liablility. My parents said they could help me pay for the high risk insurance until I find a permanent job. I told them that that was a bad option cause it would look like I’m lazy. So ***** that, I don’t deserve their help, I’d rather go ***** in order to save money. I’ve held down my current job for years now and built an excellent reputation toward my boss and coworkers. I even graduated college with Magna Laude Honors and have a pretty decent work resumé. So, obviously, I have my illness under control and I can still function in life. Yes, I’ve been job hunting like clock work and only found very few companies online that closely match my qualifications and applied to those (no luck yet). My field is graphic design. I signed up with Creatives on Call and The Creative Group online uploading my resume and my work. I even have my current boss and an older friend of mine keep their eyes open for me for whatever work opens up in my area. I signed up for work at home that’s not scam. Next week when I have more time, I’m making an appointment for a job placement agency that will help me find full time work. The job market ***** @** right now and I’m doing all that I can here, but I still feel like it’s not enough and that GHP Health everyone else is mocking me. Basically, since GHP turned me down, other insurance companies will for sure turn me down as well. Therefore, if I got turned down due to mental illness, do I qualify for Disability/SSI if it still takes a while to find permanent work within the next few months? My dad said that me qualifying for Disability is bunch of bull****, but I wonder what anyone else’s 3 cents on this is??

Jordin K asked:


I’m getting ready to graduate in December and right now I’m thinking of what kind of job I want after I graduate or what job I can actually find. Do you suggest to actually APPLY for a job right now or after graduation which is after Christmas? I’m scared if I apply now, they want me right away and I have to devote all my time to my studies right now. What do you think?

Kirby G asked:


I’m trying not to put all my eggs in one basket by continuing my job search in an area that doesn’t have to do with the internet. I’m 27, have a 4 yr degree in English, and did too much temping after college so now it seems I’m stuck because I initially moved out of state after college but then moved back home.. needless to say I don’t have many networking contacts for that reason.

Is it ok to just walk in to offices in, say, an industrial park and ask if they have any jobs? I assume I’d be asked to visit their website, but you never know right? Anyone else get a job this way?

I’ve been applying and interviewing for cust service/entry level jobs for the past 3 months to no avail. And can’t afford fast-food salary but am ready to do it. Just maddening. What did my parents pay for? They’re ready to kick me out but I’m busting my *** 8 hours a day looking. Any help is appreciated.
sorry for the choppy sentences, wrote it on a whim.

sunflowerlady asked:


I’ve been looking for a job for more than fourteen months. I have several freelance assignments going right now but really want something full time. I send out resumes and go on interviews and the interviews seem to go well - but no offers. Any ideas or suggestions? I’m open to anything! Thanks for your advice!

Donna Deming asked:


 

Since the collapse of the financial markets I began thinking about what if feels like to get laid-off.  Over the past ten years job layoffs have become very commonplace.  Although many layoffs have nothing to do with job performance you still feel rejected having been run out of an organization and your self-esteem suffers.

 

The stages of grief for losing a loved one are the same for losing a job:

 



You are in shock you have actually lost your job and on some level in denial.

You feel very angry (extremely angry).

You accept the fact you have lost your job.

You begin looking for a new job.



 

Remember you are a unique person with a broad depth of experience and skills.  Do not let a layoff rob you of your self-esteem

 

Panic and Negative Self Talk

 

Unfortunately you may begin to feel very anxious about your future with a blanket of dread coming over you.  You may start to wonder where your next job will come from and even fantasize you will never again be employed.  You are not a fortune- teller and you don’t know what the future will bring so if you are going to fantasize why not fantasize about having found your dream job. 

 

Make a Plan

 

If you create a job-hunting plan and stick to the plan regardless of how you feel you will eventually get a job.   So don’t panic and head out into the market like a crazy person instead be sure to do the following:

 



Update your resume.

Identify and prioritize your bills.   Do you need to take a temporary job if one comes up or do you have a cushion?

If possible hire a life or career coach to work with you.  Perhaps this is a good time to make a career change.  Maybe what you were doing was not fulfilling.  What kind of job were you fantasizing about while working the last job?   Take stock of your skills.  What skills can you transfer to another industry?

Practice what you are going to say during your interview.

Make a list of job sites to post your resume to.

Make a list of networking sites to join.

Make a list of companies to target.

Make a list of employment agencies to work with.

Let your friends know you are looking for a job and ask them for referrals.  You have to get the word out so people know what position you are looking for.

Take care of yourself.  Soak in a hot tub, take a walk or enjoy your favorite food. 



 

Once you’ve landed an interview don’t put all your hope in getting the job.  Remember if you’ve gotten one interview you will get more.  Focus on the type of position you want.

 

The Interview

 

Anxiety can immobilize you.  Remember your feelings are a product of your thoughts.  Watch out for the automatic negative self-talk.  If you have the thought “I will be rejected” on your way to an interview let the thought flow right past you; don’t grab on to the thought and mull it over let it go.  Learn to recognize the distortions in your negative thinking. 

 

What are the potential outcomes of a job interview?

 

You go to the job interview but the job doesn’t interest you.  At least you were able to practice your interviewing skills.

 

You go to the interview and they are interested in you but you are not interested in the job.  The fact they want to hire you shows you are marketable. 

 

You go to the interview and feel excited about the job but they are not interested in you.  So what, it wasn’t meant to be.   Go on to the next interview and be glad there are jobs out there that excite you!

 

You go to the interview and it is a good fit!  Congratulations on your new job.

Good luck on your search!  Let me know how it goes.

 

Loyal7 asked:

I **** this. I am more than qualified for getting any job in this town. I have a 4.0 GPA right now with honors and many places are hiring but nobody wants me. I’m depressed and I need help