Well, if anything this is a wonderful support group. I know when I have been unemployed (and it's been more than a few times), you feel like you're the only one in the world without a job. It's comforting to know there are others who understand your frustration.
Here are some suggestions for those who are interested.
For those looking, I found one particular website I used to frequent daily. Basically it takes all the jobs from careerbuilder, monster, hotjobs, etc. and puts them in one search engine. The website is called indeed.com You'll have to specifically search on the position you are interested in. It's better than searching dozens of different websites. By the way, monster and hotjobs have really started to decline in regards to advertising quality jobs. Anyone else agree?
Also, don't be afraid to send out resumes to companies that are not hiring. For whatever reason, some companies don't always list their open positions on the above websites mentioned or in the paper.
Head to Borders, Barnes and Noble, etc. Check out the job employment section. I can find the name of the book, but there is one specifically for each city. In it you will find catagories of different businesses. It's broken down in to manufacturing, health care, insurance, etc. It gives you information on what positions are at that particular company, most times the name of the HR contact, and their fax number. I literally sent out 50-100 resumes a day. If I got one or two calls, it was a success. I remember getting a couple calls from HR people with suggestions of other comapnies that might be hiring. It's worth a shot!
And of course, use your contacts you've made at your previous employer. Don't be afraid to call on the suppliers who called on you. I work in purchasing, and I would call on the vendors I used to buy from. If you formed good relationships with them, they're more willing to help you out. In purchasing and sales, you really do form long standing relationships which can only be of assistance to you when you're looking for a job. It doesn't matter what field you worked in. Everyone either knows someone or has been in the same situation you're presently in. Let them help you!
Good luck to everybody. If anyone has any questions, feel free to send me a message or post it on here for everyone to see.
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