I’ve been caring for 3 children out of my home for almost 4 1/2 years now. Now I don’t know why I thought that my babies were going to stay with me forever and never start school, I promise you that it never crossed my mind so when my first child whom I cared for since she was 4 months old, when she started kindergarten I like had the worst panic attack alive and then when I realized that the income had stopped, well let’s just say someone please pick me up off the floor and start fanning my face because it got extremely HOT all of a sudden! My second child, well I was a little bit more prepared for him so it didn’t get as hot but I did have to sit down and squeeze my head a little bit to hold back the headache that I was getting. He was placed in preschool full time and last but least, my 1 year old moved out of the state with his parents and I had, had him since he was 5 months old. Now it’s going on 3 months now and my phone is ringing off the hook. Now I know that those bill collectors know that I would pay them if I had the means to! I was paying them when I had an income, was I not? And there are no pregnant women in site cause I go out looking for them!!! I desperately need to work and my toy poodle got the nerve to be staring me down everyday wondering where the babies are at. I’m asking her the same question so all you jobcasers out there, here in Santa Barbara, CA 93105, if you happen to know, hear of, or come across anyone looking for infant care PLEASE, on bended knees, please refer me. I love children, especially infants, I have excellent references, my rates are affordable and I most definitely need to work. I only need one child and I can get caught up. If you know anyone moving here, write them and tell them about me please. 20 years experience working out of home and out of a couple of local schools here! Please help if you can... Thank You

I have a interview tomorrow for a babysitting position and I have been a stay at home mom since 18 so I’m nervous bad of what to say and how to act. Please HELP,!!

I want to one day become a nurse! Cartaking has been one of my biggest and best assets I have cared for my disabled baby brother with cerable palsy and blind for the first 11 out of 18 years he lived! And then I met my husband whom had become ill with renal failure and had to be on dialysis 3 x a week every week.. at that time I was attending full time community college got my first deans honor roll in my life and was enjoying my criminal. Justice courses I took all of for a certificate.. ! But my anxiety just progressed worse and worse and now I feel like I’m sometimes so anxious I have panic attacks.. I want so badly to return for my education.. and I want to work with people where I can share my compassionate nurturing skills I have ! My question is just for any advice that anyone might have to help me find ways to help overcome my anxiety?

I’m an ADN-RN and I have been “terminated” from the last 3 jobs I have had for being a “great Nurse but not a great fit.” Which in each I can agree with because they were not in the area of Nursing I wanted to be working in. And for those who are reading this and not of the medical field, getting in your specialty can be either a great pain in the butt, because you have to work at least 2 years on a med/surge floor, than another 1-2 years on a ER/Trauma Unit. Plus you must receive & maintain multiple certifications that can only be acquired if you are working in a hospital. That’s the pain in the butt way. Now I know some people I went to school with were able to get onto units of their choice because they knew someone who was able to get them in. Anyway back to my “terminations.” My very first job as a RN was in home Care with NICU babies, which I stayed at for a little over 2 years before I decided to get my first Hospital job. Actually It was the only way I could get a Hospital job was getting 2 years experience in home care first. I went from 1 patient a night to one of the busiest ERs in the metro area. I was let go at the end of my probation because I couldn’t handle a full patient load by the end of my time. I was told I was a Great Nurse with Great skills and that they didn’t like letting me go, but they needed someone who could handle a full load on their own. I was acceptable for rehire in the hospital but I didn’t receive any help from them in relocating. The next two places I work were places said the same. I have been unemployed since August and have tried applying at hospitals only to be told by on HR department I wasn’t hirable because of my terminations. I’ve really lost my confidence and have become very depressed and my anxiety is through the roof. I’m not sure what to do anymore. I have really blown some interviews because of my anxiety. What should I do?

First, allow me to give you a little background history. My name is Katrina Smith and, I am currently in college working towards my major. And before getting accepted into college, I have been busting my butt, in trying to find a job. I had a few jobs through a disability school work program, when I was in high school. And that has been some years now. Once, I have graduated from the program, I immediately started looking for a job. But, have gotten turn away from a few. Therefore, this leads me to my question... I have heard you shouldn't contact a job, let the job contact you. When it comes to you apply for a job, are you supposed to call that business back, or do you let them call you? I have been waiting on the two week period, before contacting that business. So, can you tell me which one is right. Thank you so much for your feedback. #jobsearch #stress #Merchandiser #disabled #discrimination

Job searching is one of the most exhausting and discouraging things I have ever had to do in my life, however, each day gives me another opportunity to review who I am and what I have to offer the many organizations and companies that I am wanting to join. It has been a struggle, but a teaching experience no the less. Giving up is always on the top of my list, but then I find something new that is interesting about myself that moves that thought way down the list or removes it totally. I say to everyone out there who is searching for their next journey, do not give up, just take one more step and you when you look up, you will be further than you ever expected to go.

I have been looking for work and going on interviews for about a month now. I did get hired at the comfort inn rock garden. I worked 2 days in the laundry room for about 7.5 hours a day and I had to resign due to my mother being very ill. I sent in my smock with a letter explaining my immediate resignation and they still havent paied me. I'm so tired of being judged at interviews and feeling like I'm auditioning for a part in a picture. I'm looking at going back to school for customer service. I didnt put a pic of myself because I'm not very photogenic. Good luck to all in your new endevours. I wish you all well.

Unless you are one of the lucky few who works in a high-demand career, finding a new job can be a challenging and frustrating experience. You can make the job search a bit easier on yourself if you use proactive strategies for finding a new job – and the tips for finding a new job included in this article are applicable to all jobseekers, from those just starting out to experienced candidates who need a quick refresher.

1. Get clear on what you want What do you want in a job? What’s most important, title, money, promotion, the work itself, location, or company culture?

2. Research your target companies Once you know what you want, it’s time to find out what the companies you’re applying for want. A great tip for finding a job is to investigate a company’s Glassdoor page. It will help you get a feel for their company culture, figure out what questions they commonly ask in interviews, and even discover what salary you’re likely to be paid.

Your resume is still one of the most critical tools of a job search. One of my best tips for finding a job is to have an achievement-oriented resume that includes quantifiable achievements that are relevant to the job you’re applying for.

3. Tailor your resume to each job Your resume is still one of the most critical tools of a job search. A lot of resumes I see are full of responsibilities (instead of tangible achievements) and jobseekers send the same resume to various openings. One of my best tips for finding a job is to have an achievement-oriented resume that includes quantifiable achievements that are relevant to the job you’re applying for.

Make yourself an obvious fit. Study the words and phrases that are used in the job description? Make sure you include them in your resume (provided you have that experience, of course). Tailor your resume to each job – the recruiter should know within a few seconds of looking at your resume that you have the skills they are looking for.

4. Create your online career brand Building your brand simply means showcasing your expertise and passion online where employers searching the Web can find it. Most recruiters, including myself, use LinkedIn as their primary search tool and if you’re a professional, you need to be using LinkedIn to your full advantage. It’s a great resource for finding people working at companies that interest you and also for positioning yourself to be found by recruiters and hiring managers with relevant openings.

5. Get organized Before you start applying for jobs or interviewing with employers, take a moment to develop a system that works for you in organizing your job search. A simple spreadsheet works best for many to keep a track of the jobs you’ve applied for, where you have been invited to interview, etc.

6. Build, cultivate, and utilize your network of contacts For the vast majority of jobseekers, a large and strong network of contacts — people who know you and want to help you uncover job leads — results in more job opportunities. Networking – in person and online – is essential to your success in your job search.

7. Don’t limit yourself to online applications If you rely only on submitting online applications, you could be looking for a job for a very long time. By the time you apply, the company might be in the final interview stage, or the job might have even been filled. Contact companies that interest you directly – you might get in contact with an internal recruiter or schedule informational interviews with people who work in those companies. Ideally, you want to be known to the people who might influence you getting your foot in the door.

8. Aim to complete a few job-related goals daily It takes a great deal of time and effort to find a new job. In a long job search, it’s easy to get discouraged and distracted, but by focusing on achieving daily goals you can motivate yourself while also building a foundation for success.

9. Be kind to yourself Looking for a job can be stressful. So, take some time to meditate, exercise, watch a movie or whatever it is that helps you unwind. Create a good support network – having people to brainstorm with or vent your frustrations to will help the process be less painful.

10. Develop examples and stories that showcase your skills This is one of the main tips for finding a job. People remember stories, so your goal should be developing a set of interview stories you can use in networking meetings or job interviews that clearly demonstrate your skills, achievements, and passion for your work. Be memorable! Using stories (use the STAR format) may also help you feel more comfortable talking about yourself.

11. Prepare for all job interviews Before you get called for your first interview, develop responses for common interview questions, and then practice them — ideally using the mock-interviewing technique with a friend, network contact, or interview coach. The more prepared you are for the interview, the more comfortable you’ll be – and the more likely you’ll succeed.

For the vast majority of jobseekers, a large and strong network of contacts — people who know you and want to help you uncover job leads — results in more job opportunities. Networking – in person and online – is essential to your success in your job search.

12. Write thank-you notes after interviews to all interviewers A quick note (by email is fine) of thanks that emphasizes your interest and fit with the job and employer will not get you the job offer, but it will help make you stand out from the majority of jobseekers who do not bother with this simple act of courtesy.

13. Continue following up with hiring managers Your work is not done once the interview is complete or the thank-you note sent. Following up with the hiring manager regularly shows your interest and enthusiasm for the job. The key is doing so in a way that is professional while not making you sound pesky or needy.

14. Expect the job search to take longer than you think You can hope to have a new job within a short period, but the likely reality is that it might take months to find the right opportunity and get offered the position. You should mentally prepare yourself for a long battle — and then you can be happily surprised if you are one of the lucky few whose job search is short.

5 Final Thoughts on Finding a Job Here a few other tips for finding a job if your job search situation does not fit the typical model – if conditions are such that finding employment will be unusually hard.

First, having both a positive attitude and outlook is extremely important. Employers can sense desperation and despair; organizations want to hire positive and competent people. If you’ve been unemployed for a long period and depressed or recently downsized and angry, find a way to shrug it off when job hunting or you will only be hurting yourself.

Second, if you’re an older worker trying to find a job, you may face age discrimination. Among the ways to proactively counter any issues about your age are to limit the number of years of experience you list on your resume (by keeping to the last 10-15 years), eliminate dates in the education section of your resume, and focus on adaptability and flexibility in the interview.

Third, remember that you may need additional training or experience, especially if you are entering a new career field.

Fourth, you may need to consider temping or volunteering for a short period to gain experience and build network contacts that can lead to a full-time position.

Fifth, in the most extreme cases, you may need to consider relocation to a place that has a higher concentration of jobs in your field.

Hope you’ve found these tips for finding a job useful. I’d love to hear what you’re going to change in your job search after reading this article.

https://www.livecareer.com/career/advice/jobs/14-job-hunting-tips

One of the many things we aren't prepared for when it comes to job hunting is how long it takes and how demoralizing it can be. Especially if you're a new graduate or out of work. Rejection is awful, I've been there, we've all have and it doesn't matter how many times - it doesn't make it less easier to NOT take it personally. I have learned that sometimes rejection sometimes isn't about YOU. It is about THEM! And here's the good part, once you get a job, you'll be surprised at how quickly you forget how awful the process was.

I've read stories on this forum people posting that they're depressed while job hunting and don't take this the wrong way but that is a surefire way not to get hired. I say this because employers can pick up people who masks their feelings, and employers who did not pick up that you were depressed, they certainly can pick up desperation. And no one likes desperation.

So, how do you process the negativity and come through it as a confident candidate? The key is to cultivate RESILIENCY. Even if you're not aware of it, you developed the skills in this area during your achievements in life. At first step, reflect back on during the rough times when you felt like you never earned something and remember what you did to pull yourself through it.

Here are some of the things I have learned that can help you be more resilient.

Lesson One - MANAGE YOUR EXPECTATIONS: 2 things to understand - job hunting will take longer than you expect. A typical search for a career level position is 6 months. If you are looking to transition into a new field - this is more challenging because you will need to learn about the new industry. In order to do that you will have to change your functional areas and broaden your skill set.

Lesson Two - KEEP TRYING!! No one ever teaches us how to navigating a career search. Remember when you tried to do anything for the first time? It was probably not your best performance. When I look back on my job search/past interviews, I can identify the mistakes I made because I lacked the right knowledge. We've all made rookie mistakes..the key is to learn from them, to right a different approach perhaps stick with the same industry but different functional area. The more you learn as you go, the more prepared you will be for the waiting period and eventually land a successful search. It took my 6 months to land a position out of college but after my rookie mistakes - I had a much better outlook.

Lesson Three- REDEFINE YOURSELF- Employers may or may not dismiss you because you lack the criteria or preferred skills and sometimes they don't know what do with it. And in this case - people struggle to explain their transferable skills that will resonate with them. So when you redefine yourself, you are reframining your qualifications and pick key skills that will be valuable to the employers.

Lesson Four- BUILD YOUR SUPPORT SYSTEM- The jobcase community is a perfect format but don't forget your family and friends too! Talk to them and you'll find that it's easier to be resilient when you can change the focus of attention for a while. Being around people who helped me keep my spirits up and feel more confident definitely helped me during my job hunt/interview.

Lesson Five - TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF - No one likes being rejected. I don't care who you are, but it's the reality of the process of any search. Whether it's for a job, a date, a house - anything really. The challenge is to find ways to redefine the rejection so instead of internalizing it making it about you.. because as I said above- sometimes it's not YOU. It's THEM!

So during your search whenever you get rejected do this - Spend time with family and friends, exercise, find or jump into your hobby, whatever it takes to take your focus off the negativity and on to positive vibes.

Remember if you're stressed or burnt out - your job search won't be successful. So take care of yourself before you launch your job hunt.

Approach on finding a new career as a new research project.Apply the lessons learned and add your own insights and don't forget that you don't have to do it alone.

Good Luck and Happy Job Hunting!

I've tried everything I could to succeed and it's just a losing streak for me ilmy fam don't help I can't find a job and my relationship seem to be worse everyday I lost so much already and I continue to strive but my energy is running low all I ask is for help and that's is something I never had to do till now ugh why Lord y have I forasken my self.... will u please help me