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I’m having trouble getting in gear today. And, most days, I feel like I’m on auto-pilot. Since sifting through the murky, muddy world of job hunting, it can be difficult to stay driven enough to remain motivated, much less stick to being positive.
As of late, I’ve been toying with the idea that it may be better to hunker down and hang on (for dear life) to my temp job and hope they hire me permanently (although, I’m not that interested in co
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10.17.08
"I don’t know what’s worse: being fired from a job you didn’t like in the first place or working somewhere in which you are totally miserable so you can pay the bills."
I know what's worse: looking at your unpaid monthly bills, your sick spouse, and your hungry children, while holding the letter telling you that your unemployment benefits have run out and that you won't be eligible to reapply for another 3 months, along with the 16 rejection notices you got today.
10.17.08
Great post! As someone who's been doing temp work for over a year as I seek permanent employment, I know how mundane it can be, especially when you are eager for more responsibility, stability, and frequent work.
While I don't want to be a temp forever, I've learned so much in these past months that I absolutely know I'll take with me. And that's what I constantly remind myself: I'm not giving up on my search, yet I'm lucky enough to have an income, meet some wonderful people, and, maybe most importantly, continue to learn about the workforce (and myself) in this process.
Keep your post in mind and hang in there -- you'll find something in time.
10.17.08
@JRandom -
Sometimes being in an unhappy job situation can cause one to lose a little perspective about what one should be thankful for. Although we can find ourselves in extremely difficult circumstances (professional or otherwise) - its always helpful to have an optimistic mindset instead of abandoning hope.
@Susan
Thanks for your great comment. Sometimes, when you find yourself performing less than "inspiring" work, it can be a little disheartening. I try hard to remember that it's not a reflection of my current abilities or past accomplishments.
10.17.08
Optimism is only for those who have some prospects, not for those where the local unemployment rate is running 40% of those who are left looking for work, and you have executives and engineers fighting to work at Best Buy. Don't believe me? Ask anyone who was in southern California in the late 80s and early 90s. Why do you think the Rodney King incident caused such destructive rioting?
10.18.08
@jrandom
Sounds interesting. I'd love to see a post addressing the perspective and questions you brought up. Your comments present another part of the spectrum that various segments of the American population are forced to deal with (the desperately unemployed and under employed). It'd be great to see a constructive response on how those particular problems could be addressed socially or politically.
10.28.08
I can't really make any generalizations that would work for everyone. All I can do is relate my own experiences in what I saw, what I did, and how I handled it. It may not work for anyone else.
10.28.08
I so needed this.
I'm in the midst of a 8 month job hunt now and I needed some optimism. Thanks.
10.28.08
@ JRandom
In my opinion, I think a post about your job experiences would be interesting to read as well as provide some invaluable insight for others to learn from. Besides, if anything, one can learn from what you saw, what you did and how YOU handled it.
10.28.08
@Robin Monique
I'm glad you were able to get some much needed optimism - it's difficult job hunting and you need all the positivity you can find! Good luck on your search!
*Side note* - I found that while looking for work - much needed distractions helped to fill in the "gaps." I know everyone needs to make money, but if you can, getting involved with an organization that works on a cause you are interested in (or needs someone with your professional background) can help keep your skills "fresh" as well as provide another outlet for networking.
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