AngelLynn Posted January 27, 2009 Report Posted January 27, 2009 I've been trying to look for a job, but it doesn't seem to be going well. Plus I am living with my parents which of course isn't really helping the situation that much as they keep insisting that I need to go out and look for a job. The thing is most of the applications are online and I am applying for them but they seem to think I need to go down to the place and ask and tell them I've applied. I am not sure if this is the right thing to do as I feel it shows desperation and a sense of neediness. Most of the online applications state that the employers will contact you if they are intrested. So I am slightly confused, do I heed my parents' advice or do I heed what the online applications say? In addition, I feel like my parents don't really understand things as the way to apply for a job has changed since most of the job applications are all online now. Not to mention it really is a a horrible job market. Quote
Jbs2763 Posted January 27, 2009 Report Posted January 27, 2009 when i was starving i went and got a job delivering pizza...cash daily, and a free meal... don't be to proud to work in a fast food/quick serve resturant situation, Quote
AngelLynn Posted January 27, 2009 Author Report Posted January 27, 2009 when i was starving i went and got a job delivering pizza...cash daily, and a free meal...don't be to proud to work in a fast food/quick serve resturant situation,I am not I just put in an application for the Golden Arches. Quote
Hemidakota Posted January 27, 2009 Report Posted January 27, 2009 Right now is not a great time to find any work as we are heading to a path or not already, depression. Many of those who are out of work are searching for the same. Right now, our status is about a blink away from what transpired from the late 20s and early 30s. You will need to fast and pray, seeking guidance and help from GOD. Quote
AngelLynn Posted January 27, 2009 Author Report Posted January 27, 2009 (edited) Right now is not a great time to find any work as we are heading to a path or not already, depression. Many of those who are out of work are searching for the same. Right now, our status is about a blink away from what transpired from the late 20s and early 30s. You will need to fast and pray, seeking guidance and help from GOD.This I am also aware of. Sometimes I feel like my parents don't compleatly understand that either. I feel like they think I am lazy which is far from the truth. It's just that there is really nothing out there. We (my parents and I) keep having arguments over it all the time. I know they want me to be motivated, but it's hard to be motivated when I put in application after application and their is NOTHING to be had. I think I am scared as well. I have a lot of student loans to pay back and I am thinking what am I going to do about that? The university is in a budget crises, the governor of Nevada is threatening to cut the school's budget which will cause more of a burdern on the students and it's making the situation of going back to school look rather dismal as well. *sighs* All I do is read my scriptures, write ( I consider myself a writer) and as there is no work, I've decided I want to write a novel. I've also thought over it, prayed over it and decided I want to take out my Endowments, with the thought if I can't find a job to fullfill temperal needs I can find something to take care of my spirtual needs instead. I've talked to the Employment advisor of our ward and he mentioned I need to go down tomorrow and see about the employment center at the church. I am just really frustrated and slightly moody and emotional as well. I am left wondering what am I going to do? Edited January 27, 2009 by AngelLynn Quote
Lbybug Posted January 27, 2009 Report Posted January 27, 2009 As someone who deals with online applications AND in-person applications, we appreciate in-person applications more than online. In person shows innitiative and gives the person hiring a chance to get to know you a little bit in the time you are handing the application in. Most places take both online and in person applications. I would do both. Quote
Hemidakota Posted January 27, 2009 Report Posted January 27, 2009 Thanks for the added experience advise. Quote
Hemidakota Posted January 27, 2009 Report Posted January 27, 2009 Angel, have you spoken to your ward or stake employment rep? Quote
AngelLynn Posted January 27, 2009 Author Report Posted January 27, 2009 Angel, have you spoken to your ward or stake employment rep?He spoke to me, the ward employment rep, during Sunday School last sunday, as I had told a member of the Bishoprick of my problems. He told me to go down wenesday at the employment center at another chapel between 6 to 8 pm. Quote
Hemidakota Posted January 27, 2009 Report Posted January 27, 2009 I will do my part [prayer] and have high hope for you in finding a job. Quote
AngelLynn Posted January 27, 2009 Author Report Posted January 27, 2009 I will do my part [prayer] and have high hope for you in finding a job.Thanks. I am all teary eyed because I did have an argument/fight with my parents this morning. So instead of having a good morning where I felt okay, I feel really bad emotionally. I know my parents mean well, all parents do. But it all started over a stupid thing on CNN, where this guy was talking about job hunting and how to look for a job. I got upset and said I knew and was aware of all this stuff and stormed out. Needless to say sparks flew and words were parted that shouldn't have been said. I consider myself tender hearted/sprited so needless to say arguments make me an emotional wreck.Sometimes I really want to rip out CNN Quote
BenRaines Posted January 27, 2009 Report Posted January 27, 2009 AngelLynn, A friend of mine is ward employment specialist in Las Vegas, in the ward I used to live in, I am still on his personal email list and when he sends job opportunities out to members of the ward I still get them. I will forward any when he sends them to me. Ben Raines Quote
AngelLynn Posted January 27, 2009 Author Report Posted January 27, 2009 AngelLynn,A friend of mine is ward employment specialist in Las Vegas, in the ward I used to live in, I am still on his personal email list and when he sends job opportunities out to members of the ward I still get them. I will forward any when he sends them to me.Ben RainesThanks Ben. That means a lot to me. Quote
BenRaines Posted January 27, 2009 Report Posted January 27, 2009 Here are 81 jobs in the Las Vegas area. You may not be qualified for all of them but I bet there is one there at least.Job Search ResultsBen Raines Quote
BenRaines Posted January 27, 2009 Report Posted January 27, 2009 Here is another in Clark County.CCSD - HRD Substitute Services InformationSubstitute TeacherBen Raines Quote
AngelLynn Posted January 27, 2009 Author Report Posted January 27, 2009 Here is another in Clark County.CCSD - HRD Substitute Services InformationSubstitute TeacherBen RainesI've actually been considering this and I do have some credits in education but... I got out of teaching because I found out a little late that I have troubles being around kids/ students. Not exactly sure what causes it but everytime I tried to teach I'd choke up. I couldn't handle it and so I had to leave it. Strangely enough I never had any problem tutoring students or helping in an unoffical capacity but anything else I'd lose my nerve and choke. *sighs* Quote
Tarnished Posted January 27, 2009 Report Posted January 27, 2009 Much like LbyBug says, I think that applying online and showing up in person would probably be helpful. Because of the way the job market currently is getting an employeers attention right off the bat is a good idea. Another idea is to apply to a temp agency. Though they may not have work for you right away it does give you the option of having another set of eyes looking for work for you. And with temp work comes the option of asking the people you are temping for if they are looking to hire, if they like your work ethics then temping might just get you in the door. My husband and I actually got our jobs we currently work at by working through a temp agency. Quote
AngelLynn Posted January 27, 2009 Author Report Posted January 27, 2009 (edited) Okay, well this is the first time I've ever went applying for a job so I am really not sure how things really work in the job field. After much thought and a little more discussion about things I've decided to go out and be a little more out and around in my searching for a job. I decided to grab a bite to eat and after contemplating some I decided I need to get a hair cut. I took a look in the mirror and my hair is a bit unkempt and straggly and so decided maybe it wouldn't hurt to go out and at least get it clipped a bit as it's getting to be really long and I haven't really paid much attention to my hair lately. I've also decided that if I also can't find anything I'll try and see if I can get reassociated with Americorps. I worked for them for a little while and it's a community service type job that may help out as well. Edited January 27, 2009 by AngelLynn Quote
Lbybug Posted January 27, 2009 Report Posted January 27, 2009 do you shop anywhere regularily? grocery store? fast food? clothing store? book store? convenience store? gas station? it doesn't hurt to try and ask if they're hiring when you go in. and if you're a regular there, they already have a bit of an idea of who you are. it doesn't hurt to ask. and then fill out an application. some advice i was given, and i always find refreshing when i receive applications is asking for the manager. that way the manager or hiring person has a face to go with a name. Quote
NeuroTypical Posted January 28, 2009 Report Posted January 28, 2009 People don't get jobs by applying for them online. People get jobs by networking. You oughta look into it. Quote
AngelLynn Posted January 28, 2009 Author Report Posted January 28, 2009 People don't get jobs by applying for them online. People get jobs by networking. You oughta look into it.What is networking LMM? Sorry if I seem a bit dense but not too familar with it. Are you meaning like getting a My Space page and going from there? Slightly confused just a bit. I think I've been in the white towers of acdemia way too long. Quote
Lbybug Posted January 28, 2009 Report Posted January 28, 2009 to me, networking means 'it's about who you know'. do you know anyone who can get you an interview at a job you want? you don't need a myspace or anything like that. but did you go to school with people who work at places you want to work? do you go to church with anyone that work places you're interested in? do you have any friends who know people who are hiring? Quote
AngelLynn Posted January 28, 2009 Author Report Posted January 28, 2009 to me, networking means 'it's about who you know'. do you know anyone who can get you an interview at a job you want? you don't need a myspace or anything like that. but did you go to school with people who work at places you want to work? do you go to church with anyone that work places you're interested in? do you have any friends who know people who are hiring?Not that much. Although the mayor of Henderson is in our ward. He asked me once what my plans were. As for people in school, I can't think what they were in or what they were doing. I am really not that great a networking outward through people. Quote
Palerider Posted January 28, 2009 Report Posted January 28, 2009 Sorrry to hear about your situation.....will keep you in my prayers....:) Quote
miztrniceguy Posted January 28, 2009 Report Posted January 28, 2009 joinmeatciti.com if you get to an interview i will give you my id number for when they ask you how you heard about the positions. Quote
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