Can't get a bloody job!

**beyond** · 18th May 2007, 09:51

Sorry peeps. just have to vent before I blow.

As some of you know, I was made redundant on 31st March 2007 after 28 years with the same company.

The only reason for that is because I was earning way to much for what I was doing and that no fault of my own They went through the whole process legally so there wasn't anything I could do.

Anyway, I have now applied for 55 jobs, I am down to seven and are still getting responses back saying that I missed the shortlist. I nearly got three jobs as I was down to two contenders, myself and one other out of heaps of applicants.

The recruitment agents are saying my CV is the best they have seen in a long time and that I come across as best of the best they have seen as well and yet.....???

I'm finding it bloody tough out there Thought I would have another job inside a fortnight but here I am nearly seven weeks and nothing, the breads running out and when I should be positive I'm starting to get down and depressed.

In another couple of weeks I am going to be forced to stick my 14 up for sale, bugger it!!!
I love riding and love my black K6 but food on the table is what it's going to come down to.

Hope things turn around before then, but it's not looking too hot right now. Next stage will be selling the house and renting. Shit!

Think I need a bit of this right now

**Paul in NZ** · 18th May 2007, 09:53

What line of work are you looking for?

**skelstar** · 18th May 2007, 09:59

Shit thats no good mate. I wish i could help.

I know when Im feeling shit I tend to go for a ride and feel 10x better when I get back...I'm guessing as time marches on this is becoming less and less of a solution for you.

Worst case if you sell your bike, is that you buy another when you get a job. Getting that job is more important than a bike eh?

Chin up bro.

**MyGSXF:Me** · 18th May 2007, 10:01

for you.. from us..

Al · 18th May 2007, 10:33

Feeling for you bro, I went through the same thing but have found employment 4 minutes from home!

I was earning too much and stirring too much in my last job, so "bye-bye" to me.
No more 1 hour commute and no more stress... Still earn the same, saving on petrol money as I walk to work/home for lunch, etc!

Good luck and hang in there. Take any job offered and from there you will progress till you are happy.

Al

**Mrs Busa Pete** · 18th May 2007, 10:34

Originally Posted by beyond

Sorry peeps. just have to vent before I blow.

As some of you know, I was made redundant on 31st March 2007 after 28 years with the same company.

The only reason for that is because I was earning way to much for what I was doing and that no fault of my own They went through the whole process legally so there wasn't anything I could do.

Anyway, I have now applied for 55 jobs, I am down to seven and are still getting responses back saying that I missed the shortlist. I nearly got three jobs as I was down to two contenders, myself and one other out of heaps of applicants.

The recruitment agents are saying my CV is the best they have seen in a long time and that I come across as best of the best they have seen as well and yet.....???

I'm finding it bloody tough out there Thought I would have another job inside a fortnight but here I am nearly seven weeks and nothing, the breads running out and when I should be positive I'm starting to get down and depressed.

In another couple of weeks I am going to be forced to stick my 14 up for sale, bugger it!!!
I love riding and love my black K6 but food on the table is what it's going to come down to.

Hope things turn around before then, but it's not looking too hot right now. Next stage will be selling the house and renting. Shit!

Think I need a bit of this right now

From us

**Fishy** · 18th May 2007, 11:03

Not good Paul, hope something comes through for you soon

Sarah and I might come over for a coffee this weekend, I'll bring some snapper over for ya

**The Pastor** · 18th May 2007, 11:20

sucks dude,

Do you know why they don't want you to work?

Maybe you need to market youself better? Dress up fancier, smile more, die your hair if you are old.....

Hope you find work very soon, I know what it feels like to sell your bike to pay the bills

**Deviant Esq** · 18th May 2007, 11:22

Mate... I know the feeling well. I've been looking for work since I got back from the UK, and haven't managed to find anything so far. Try not to get depressed about it, it isn't your fault! I know it's hard not to, it's so easy to start doubting yourself when you sit unemployed for a while. Sounds like you've been trying too hard and worrying about it too much. Maybe try to relax a little, you'll get one soon enough!

Employers are probably intimidated by your CV...

**Bloody Mad Woman (BMW)** · 18th May 2007, 11:27

My experience has always been something comes in at the very 11nth hour. Release the fear of losing your bike and home - accept ok if that happens I can deal with it. I use to worry like shit - all to no avail. Keep up your positive attitude. Take a job as a stepping stone to something better.

I know it is stressful and my thoughts are with you. Pat yourself on the back tho - for all your positive action.

**gijoe1313** · 18th May 2007, 11:27

Ahh sorry to hear about that, keep being positive and it's hard, but try not to worry (worry never did anyone any good!) Hope something comes along your way and when it does, your previous worries will melt away. Just keep doing what you're doing - every no you get means you're coming closer to a yes!

Hang tough buddy, if you have to sell your ride do it, and look forward to when you can get another newer ride!

**beyond** · 18th May 2007, 13:00

Thanks for the comments, the support, the green, the PM's.

You lot are brilliant.

To answer the questions and comments I'll nick the opening paragraph off my CV:

"Objective

To harness and channel extensive work and life experience into providing a key management role to any business. My aim is to effectively enhance functionality and business work practices with the goal being to ultimately increase business productivity. This is to be achieved through a hands on management style, driven by a strong and passionate work ethic, tempered by a sensitive nature and natural human empathy."

I can do just about anything and have tried many different fields over the years too.

Yep, been for the odd ride to clear my head and yeah it works wonders until you see your tyres wearing away quicker than you would like and then you have to be home to answer calls and can't hear the cellphone on the bike.

Yep, I dress up in the best suit, shirt and tie, new shoes, hair cut, shaved look so good the missus wants to jump me before I head out the door.

Yep, been to the 11th hour and then some many times before and you are right. BUT, stopping yourself from worrying when you aren't in control is a tricky thing aye? Worry is silly I know but hard to stop doing it too.

Thanks people. great bunch as always.

**Karma** · 18th May 2007, 13:12

Originally Posted by beyond

To answer the questions and comments I'll nick the opening paragraph off my CV:

"Objective

To harness and channel extensive work and life experience into providing a key management role to any business. My aim is to effectively enhance functionality and business work practices with the goal being to ultimately increase business productivity. This is to be achieved through a hands on management style, driven by a strong and passionate work ethic, tempered by a sensitive nature and natural human empathy."

My 2c...

Might be that you're not pandering to the market. The HR folks at the agencies will say they love your CV, but that's mainly because they're full of shit and can understand what you've written above.

Dunno really... when job hunting I try to strip it back to the basics;

"I'm a hard worker, I learn fast, I manage people well".