Job Hunting: What is hurting me? What am I doing wrong? Help
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Looky-tan
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Job Hunting: What is hurting me? What am I doing wrong? Help.
First off, I have been trying to get a new job since May, anyone that knows me is aware of this pretty much. Since May I have had about 2 interviews a month(of course that first month I had a few more) at different types of places and I am really getting frustrated about none of them offering me a job.
So what exactly is hurting me during the interviews??
Alright, I should set some parameters and mention what I've done at/for/during my interviews.
So all that being mentioned; what is it that could be hurting my chances are getting a job??
Lately the only thing I've been able to think of is that when my current employer is called asking about my work ethic... they lie in order to make sure I don't get any other job. Honestly I only say this because I've become a very essential employee at my current employer, there are very, very few that can take my place/cover my shift and in fact its often two to three people attempting to do it when I am off. Still, I doubt my bosses are speaking poorly about me to prevent me from leaving/working less days, right?
I am open to any other possibilities of course, maybe my current actions during the interviews are hurting my chances?
I am asking for any thoughts and suggestions please. Also, if anyone else has been through this situation some sort of comforting words would be highly appreciated, thanks in advance.
First off, I have been trying to get a new job since May, anyone that knows me is aware of this pretty much. Since May I have had about 2 interviews a month(of course that first month I had a few more) at different types of places and I am really getting frustrated about none of them offering me a job.
So what exactly is hurting me during the interviews??
Alright, I should set some parameters and mention what I've done at/for/during my interviews.
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So all that being mentioned; what is it that could be hurting my chances are getting a job??
Lately the only thing I've been able to think of is that when my current employer is called asking about my work ethic... they lie in order to make sure I don't get any other job. Honestly I only say this because I've become a very essential employee at my current employer, there are very, very few that can take my place/cover my shift and in fact its often two to three people attempting to do it when I am off. Still, I doubt my bosses are speaking poorly about me to prevent me from leaving/working less days, right?
I am open to any other possibilities of course, maybe my current actions during the interviews are hurting my chances?
I am asking for any thoughts and suggestions please. Also, if anyone else has been through this situation some sort of comforting words would be highly appreciated, thanks in advance.
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If you believe your problem is the place that you're working at lying about you, then don't use them as a reference. It'll reduce your chances of getting an interview, but it would increase your odds of landing a job if that really is the case. Using your current job as a reference isn't really too good an idea, anyway. Especially if you're really valuable to them.
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Yeah gotta go with Daggerrise. Maybe the job that you referenced is preventing you from leaving. (Don't want to brag) I told my job (first one and had it for 4 years) that I was quiting and they thought I was lying, then the week after I quite got a phone call from my boss to come in. Lol. So this new job I got (nothing fancy :/a factory job for now) found out that I worked at the same job for 4 years so they found that as a good. How long have you been working at the job you're at now?
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How long are you waiting before you call them back to check on the new job? if the interview is monday, i call on wednesday. after every interview, no matter what they say.
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Lately the only thing I've been able to think of is that when my current employer is called asking about my work ethic... they lie in order to make sure I don't get any other job
. Honestly I only say this because I've become a very essential employee at my current employer, there are very, very few that can take my place/cover my shift and in fact its often two to three people attempting to do it when I am off. Still, I doubt my bosses are speaking poorly about me to prevent me from leaving/working less days, right?
. Honestly I only say this because I've become a very essential employee at my current employer, there are very, very few that can take my place/cover my shift and in fact its often two to three people attempting to do it when I am off. Still, I doubt my bosses are speaking poorly about me to prevent me from leaving/working less days, right?
Offhand, maybe your paranoia and ego are rubbing off on prospective employers.
Seriously, if you're the type of person who think that people are lying to your back to pull you down, it can be seen in your attitude or your responses to question. It sounds like you're making excuses for failure.
Anyway, If you're so "essential" and all-around awesome (at least 2-3 times more awesome than your coworkers), then ask for a huge pay raise and threaten to quit if you don't get it. You're worth at least double your current salary, right?
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Just heard this tip a few days ago. It's a really good idea to send the interviewer/potential employer a thank you email after the interview. Send it about 4 hours after the interview. Express your thanks for the opportunity and keep it short and professional.
Also, you HAVE to be sure about your references before going into an interview. They can't be unreliable, and you have to be able to trust them. The point of calling references is to check if the interviewee is just putting up a front during the interview, or if he/she is actually who they present themselves to be. Take care of this first. When you are satisfied, start your job search again.
Also, you HAVE to be sure about your references before going into an interview. They can't be unreliable, and you have to be able to trust them. The point of calling references is to check if the interviewee is just putting up a front during the interview, or if he/she is actually who they present themselves to be. Take care of this first. When you are satisfied, start your job search again.
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This is where I ask for more information and if at all possible a step by step guide on what I would be doing if hired
Asking the step by step guide might be an error too, because, in most of the case, they are asking for people with experience and able to do what they are hired for without giving them more explication than the minimum needed.
Also, they are two/three things that you have to keep in mind, I learned this from interviewers, and since you did not said them, I think this could be useful to you.
First of all, you must not be the one giving hand first if your interviewer want to shake hands.
You must be firm at this moment, a good hand shaking might be something that will say him/her if you are strong psychologicaly
And third, even if I think it's pretty obvious, do not seat down if you're not invited to.
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What job are you applying for? Care to show us your CV/Resume?
It's hard to say why you're are not being hired based on just what you have listed on top. Anyway, one little tip I've got for you though is to ask them more questions than they're asking you. Try to make the whole interview about them more so than you (just like in dating).
It's hard to say why you're are not being hired based on just what you have listed on top. Anyway, one little tip I've got for you though is to ask them more questions than they're asking you. Try to make the whole interview about them more so than you (just like in dating).
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Which sector are you in now? With current unemployment rate at 7.9% and job prospects still looking bleak, the often-repeated "it's the economy, damn it!" argument may be true in this case...
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Looky-tan
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Daggerrise wrote...
If you believe your problem is the place that you're working at lying about you, then don't use them as a reference. It'll reduce your chances of getting an interview, but it would increase your odds of landing a job if that really is the case. Using your current job as a reference isn't really too good an idea, anyway. Especially if you're really valuable to them.I don't actually have them listed as a reference per say, just as a previous/current employer. Though on applications or during interviews if they ask if they can contact my past and current employers I typically say yes, unless no one works there that can verify my employment there.
lupface wrote...
How long have you been working at the job you're at now?Been there for over 3 years.
Mr.Shaggnificent wrote...
How long are you waiting before you call them back to check on the new job? if the interview is monday, i call on wednesday. after every interview, no matter what they say. When I was first in the process of applying and going to interviews, I would call back about 2-3 days later, but I stopped entirely about 2 months ago after 3 straight call backs I was told the position was already filled, after being told I would be notified(call or email) whether I got the position or not. I felt so embarrassed and stupid. Guess I'll have to get back to doing that.
fatman wrote...
Anyway, If you're so "essential" and all-around awesome (at least 2-3 times more awesome than your coworkers), then ask for a huge pay raise and threaten to quit if you don't get it. You're worth at least double your current salary, right?Well, right now its the holidays... I doubt asking for more money now would do anything, I'd probably be told nothing can be done till after the new year when reviews and pay raises are normally handed out. I can't threaten to quit, I just don't have the guts to, especially since the company has suddenly adopted a quantity over quality method to employment. We've hired a lot more people then we did last year, and cut hours everywhere to compensate for it.
Reborn7 wrote...
What job are you applying for? axeltrinity wrote...
Which sector are you in now? With current unemployment rate at 7.9% and job prospects still looking bleak, the often-repeated "it's the economy, damn it!" argument may be true in this case...I currently work in retail, logistics division, and even my previous job was the same field. I fell I am well suited for it. I kind of want to stick to it, since its what I know best, maybe try to get into some actual "Warehouse" jobs and work my way up to some supervisor position after some years.
Thanks for the advice, and pointers so far everyone. Keep them coming please.
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Nice, I used to work for an IT company that develops supply chain/logistics software. I was in the business side.
Well, working in retail in the U.S. right now is kind of hard. I've got a couple of friends there and they told me that times are pretty tough out there. Speaking of friends, try to ask them about openings or jobs. You never know they might know someone or some company who is hiring (in the same industry that you want to work for).
Networking, mate. Networking is the name of the game in any industry.
Well, working in retail in the U.S. right now is kind of hard. I've got a couple of friends there and they told me that times are pretty tough out there. Speaking of friends, try to ask them about openings or jobs. You never know they might know someone or some company who is hiring (in the same industry that you want to work for).
Networking, mate. Networking is the name of the game in any industry.
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I have to agree with the current consensus. It sounds like your current job doesn't want to give you up. I'd see if you can get a letter of recommendation from someone at your current employers, someone you trust and know won't backstab you. Having the letters attached to the resume can help a lot.
Also, keep with the calls back. The last two jobs I got were because I was the first one to check back. I swung in both times in person, dressed a little more casually than the interview, and just 'checked in to see if they needed anything else to evaluate my application'. Calling to see if I got the job always felt desperate and I didn't want to show any weakness to my potential employers. This other way felt more confident that I had already gotten the job and was just waiting for them to finalize it.
Also, if you are looking at warehouse style position, look into the mom & pop mini chains. I got a good gig for about a year during college working on the freight dock of the flagship store for a sporting good store. At the mega-marts, its even harder to worm your way up into those positions.
Last bit of advice I can offer is to tailor your application clothes to be one or two grades above what you would be expected to wear to work. If they are cool with t-shirts and jeans on the floor, wear a polo and dress pants. If they want you in dress pants and a company shirt, go for the button down with a tie. I can't count how many times I've seen members of management toss out applications on the first impression basis because the person dropped off the application in ripped blue jeans and a band-shirt. (admittedly, this is grocery retail experience talking too).
Best of luck!
Also, keep with the calls back. The last two jobs I got were because I was the first one to check back. I swung in both times in person, dressed a little more casually than the interview, and just 'checked in to see if they needed anything else to evaluate my application'. Calling to see if I got the job always felt desperate and I didn't want to show any weakness to my potential employers. This other way felt more confident that I had already gotten the job and was just waiting for them to finalize it.
Also, if you are looking at warehouse style position, look into the mom & pop mini chains. I got a good gig for about a year during college working on the freight dock of the flagship store for a sporting good store. At the mega-marts, its even harder to worm your way up into those positions.
Last bit of advice I can offer is to tailor your application clothes to be one or two grades above what you would be expected to wear to work. If they are cool with t-shirts and jeans on the floor, wear a polo and dress pants. If they want you in dress pants and a company shirt, go for the button down with a tie. I can't count how many times I've seen members of management toss out applications on the first impression basis because the person dropped off the application in ripped blue jeans and a band-shirt. (admittedly, this is grocery retail experience talking too).
Best of luck!
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Stick to the nicer attire, even if it's just fancy casual.
Also, thank and thank and thank via any correspondence you can. Particularly post-interview, and in all your emails, be VERY formal (perfect spelling/grammar/punctuation/spacing) and be sure to use a signature that shows your quick contact info.
Also, thank and thank and thank via any correspondence you can. Particularly post-interview, and in all your emails, be VERY formal (perfect spelling/grammar/punctuation/spacing) and be sure to use a signature that shows your quick contact info.