Yet another week has passed and I am still not going to be in a new office on Monday morning. We've passed the 100 day mark now and I have to admit I am perplexed. I can't seem to "close the deal" and it is frustrating. A job I'd interviewed for in early October is still in limbo. A job I'd interviewed for and was told to "alert" my references to receive a call still has not contacted any of my references.
Friday ended up being a horrifically unproductive day that started early and is ending late. I have a long task list for this weekend.
I need to do something fun/relaxing this weekend. Let's hope I can accomplish that.
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Sunday, October 21, 2012
Can't Slow the Clock
The clock keeps ticking... soon it will be 100 days. Panic set in about 60 days ago... now I am at a point where I just don't know what to do anymore. It is hard to not just sit and be sick with worry (which I know is unproductive).
I had an interview the other day. I wrote my follow-up thank you letters. I was told to let my references know that they were going to be contacted. As of 5PM on Friday (a full 2 days after being told to let my references know that they would be contacted), not one person had been contacted. I am not impressed that I was told to contact my references and tell them to expect contact and then have them not be contacted.
The week ended without any contact from the agency that set up the interview and so I am still "in limbo" and am not really sure what to expect as far as that position goes. I am trying to not dwell on it but I can't help but feel frustrated.
It's late, though.... and I should head to bed. 100 days won't get here any slower if I don't sleep...
I had an interview the other day. I wrote my follow-up thank you letters. I was told to let my references know that they were going to be contacted. As of 5PM on Friday (a full 2 days after being told to let my references know that they would be contacted), not one person had been contacted. I am not impressed that I was told to contact my references and tell them to expect contact and then have them not be contacted.
The week ended without any contact from the agency that set up the interview and so I am still "in limbo" and am not really sure what to expect as far as that position goes. I am trying to not dwell on it but I can't help but feel frustrated.
It's late, though.... and I should head to bed. 100 days won't get here any slower if I don't sleep...
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
No Thank You... Yes, Please & I need a nap!
Today was the first time I can recall having gone to an interview and walked out hoping against hope that I did NOT get offered the job. I had an interview today that was just SCARY. I sortve imagine it must have been like the meeting you have when you are considering joining a cult. And I want no part of it.
BUT...
I'm far enough into this (almost 90 days now) that I am sure the unemployment folks are chomping at the bit to cut me off for the slightest reason and I would have to take this abomination if they offered it to me. And I really can't imagine myself being anything but miserable working there.
On the other hand, I had a wonderful interview the other day and I'd really, really like the job. I've done all that they have asked of me and now am waiting to hear their decision. It is agony waiting.
And I am sure you realize by this point in the post that I was not murdered at my questionable interview the other day.
I need some sleep... goodnight.
BUT...
I'm far enough into this (almost 90 days now) that I am sure the unemployment folks are chomping at the bit to cut me off for the slightest reason and I would have to take this abomination if they offered it to me. And I really can't imagine myself being anything but miserable working there.
On the other hand, I had a wonderful interview the other day and I'd really, really like the job. I've done all that they have asked of me and now am waiting to hear their decision. It is agony waiting.
And I am sure you realize by this point in the post that I was not murdered at my questionable interview the other day.
I need some sleep... goodnight.
Friday, October 5, 2012
No Office In Sight... *sigh
Another week has passed and I am no closer to being in an office on Monday morning. *sigh
This morning's project was making my office actually look like an office and not a livingroom. I am mostly done with that project now.
My pet peeve of the day is this... I missed a phone call regarding a job. I return the call and get voicemail. I leave a brief, polite voicemail and now it's 2+ hours later and I haven't gotten a return call. I did try again an hour after my first call and got voicemail again. Here's the thing. Yes, I am unemployed. But that does not mean that I have nothing to do other than sit and wait for the phone to ring. And I know that you, Mr./Ms. HR Person, have a job to do, as well. But really, you aren't going to give me a call back just because I wasn't sitting around waiting for the phone to ring?
I do have an interview tomorrow (yes, on a Saturday). I have mixed feelings about it. On one hand, it could be a very fun job. On the other hand, this was a posting on Craigslist and the person wants to meet on a Saturday and it's at their "office" but what if they really just want to steal my kidney or something? Yes, I know that I am probably being ridiculous... probably because I read far too many "true crime" books. Assuming that I am not murdered, I'll let you know how it goes!
Hope you all have a wonderful weekend!
This morning's project was making my office actually look like an office and not a livingroom. I am mostly done with that project now.
My pet peeve of the day is this... I missed a phone call regarding a job. I return the call and get voicemail. I leave a brief, polite voicemail and now it's 2+ hours later and I haven't gotten a return call. I did try again an hour after my first call and got voicemail again. Here's the thing. Yes, I am unemployed. But that does not mean that I have nothing to do other than sit and wait for the phone to ring. And I know that you, Mr./Ms. HR Person, have a job to do, as well. But really, you aren't going to give me a call back just because I wasn't sitting around waiting for the phone to ring?
I do have an interview tomorrow (yes, on a Saturday). I have mixed feelings about it. On one hand, it could be a very fun job. On the other hand, this was a posting on Craigslist and the person wants to meet on a Saturday and it's at their "office" but what if they really just want to steal my kidney or something? Yes, I know that I am probably being ridiculous... probably because I read far too many "true crime" books. Assuming that I am not murdered, I'll let you know how it goes!
Hope you all have a wonderful weekend!
Friday, September 28, 2012
Weird Week
It has certainly been a bizarre week. The first three days of this week I got nary a phone call or email about jobs and then **Whammo** I had an interview on Thursday and have one scheduled for Friday. It's also been the week of responding to ads that seem to want an essay rather than a normal cover letter in response. I can't help but wonder if these are legitimate jobs or if these people have nothing better to do than read these (and, presumably, make fun of the people writing them). One of the ads I responded to had posted another ad about three weeks ago, said they got 150+ responses and not one person from that batch was offered an interview. I am not expecting that they will respond to me, even though I believe that I wrote a clever (but professional) response.
I went to an agency on Thursday and they want to deduct the cost of a background investigation AND the charge for a drug screening from applicant's first paychecks. Honestly, that's ridiculous and is akin to kicking someone when they're down. Ok, let's see, let's use me as an example... I haven't worked in over 2 months, I get about 1/3 of my former salary from UI and you want to take nearly $100 from my first paycheck? Are you INSANE? This, of course, set a rather sour tone for the interview and I sincerely doubt that I shall hear from them again. Which suits me just fine because I don't think I really want to work with people who want to run a racket like this.
I know, I know... I should just suck it up and take my lumps if it gets me a job, right? It just makes me angry when people want to take advantage of people who are in situations that are not of their own creation. I didn't do anything wrong, I just happened to be working for a company that fell on hard times economically and decided that dumping me would save them some money. Honestly, though, my salary for a month was way less than what they pay for their lease. I really hate being expendable.
So, we shall see whether this interview tomorrow is fruitful. I had really hoped to hear from the job I interviewed for last Thursday...but I can't sit around waiting on wishes... gotta hustle and make things happen!
I went to an agency on Thursday and they want to deduct the cost of a background investigation AND the charge for a drug screening from applicant's first paychecks. Honestly, that's ridiculous and is akin to kicking someone when they're down. Ok, let's see, let's use me as an example... I haven't worked in over 2 months, I get about 1/3 of my former salary from UI and you want to take nearly $100 from my first paycheck? Are you INSANE? This, of course, set a rather sour tone for the interview and I sincerely doubt that I shall hear from them again. Which suits me just fine because I don't think I really want to work with people who want to run a racket like this.
I know, I know... I should just suck it up and take my lumps if it gets me a job, right? It just makes me angry when people want to take advantage of people who are in situations that are not of their own creation. I didn't do anything wrong, I just happened to be working for a company that fell on hard times economically and decided that dumping me would save them some money. Honestly, though, my salary for a month was way less than what they pay for their lease. I really hate being expendable.
So, we shall see whether this interview tomorrow is fruitful. I had really hoped to hear from the job I interviewed for last Thursday...but I can't sit around waiting on wishes... gotta hustle and make things happen!
Saturday, September 22, 2012
Insomnia Insanity
It's the wee hours of Saturday. By all rights, I should be in bed. Apparently, I do not have the good sense to go to bed, though and keep combing job sites, looking for things I am qualified for and applying for jobs. (And then coming here to blog about it).
I actually have quite a bit to get done this weekend that does not involve looking for work. I know I will feel like a slacker, but there comes a time at which you have to get a grip and realize that you are doing all you can do and then you just... let go.
This week was REALLY slow in the job hunt department as far as interviewing and contact with potential employers. I suppose there is the fact that I have been out of work for 2 months so I am being viewed as "damaged goods" because, of course, if I was any good at what I do, I would have gotten a job right away. This is, of course, a fallacy. I am being selective about what I apply for (to a point). I don't want to take backwards steps, I don't want to take a job I know I will not enjoy and I really don't want to have to worry about getting two jobs (because finding ONE job is proving enough of a challenge). But, being a realist, I know that if I don't find something that I WANT soon, I will have to settle for whatever is offered. That does not make me happy.
I need to print out a bunch of stuff so I am probably going to need some ink cartridges soon. It's insanity, I tell you. But, what do I expect at this hour of the morning, really?
And, with that being said, I think I will actually try to go and get some sleep.
(Except that I am going to take a minute to, once again, complain about the trend of contact simply ceasing when the job is not going to be offered. I took the time to interview, it would be COURTEOUS if you, Mr./Ms. Employer could take a few seconds to send me a quick email saying "Never again darken our doorstep" so I can quit wondering if I have a chance. Break up with my via text message, if you must, but at least COMMUNICATE YOUR LACK OF INTEREST with some sort of WORDS and not just complete and total SILENCE! Thank you and Good Day! or, ummmm...Good Night!)
I actually have quite a bit to get done this weekend that does not involve looking for work. I know I will feel like a slacker, but there comes a time at which you have to get a grip and realize that you are doing all you can do and then you just... let go.
This week was REALLY slow in the job hunt department as far as interviewing and contact with potential employers. I suppose there is the fact that I have been out of work for 2 months so I am being viewed as "damaged goods" because, of course, if I was any good at what I do, I would have gotten a job right away. This is, of course, a fallacy. I am being selective about what I apply for (to a point). I don't want to take backwards steps, I don't want to take a job I know I will not enjoy and I really don't want to have to worry about getting two jobs (because finding ONE job is proving enough of a challenge). But, being a realist, I know that if I don't find something that I WANT soon, I will have to settle for whatever is offered. That does not make me happy.
I need to print out a bunch of stuff so I am probably going to need some ink cartridges soon. It's insanity, I tell you. But, what do I expect at this hour of the morning, really?
And, with that being said, I think I will actually try to go and get some sleep.
(Except that I am going to take a minute to, once again, complain about the trend of contact simply ceasing when the job is not going to be offered. I took the time to interview, it would be COURTEOUS if you, Mr./Ms. Employer could take a few seconds to send me a quick email saying "Never again darken our doorstep" so I can quit wondering if I have a chance. Break up with my via text message, if you must, but at least COMMUNICATE YOUR LACK OF INTEREST with some sort of WORDS and not just complete and total SILENCE! Thank you and Good Day! or, ummmm...Good Night!)
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
Unexpected Tuesday Internet
Usually Tuesday nights, being writing nights, I have access to internet BUT since I am not working and it is a wine bar.... the temptation to spend money that I do not have to spend is a little overwhelming so I have skipped some writing nights. But tonight we are meeting at a local bookstore which is dangerous because I love books BUT there is no pressure to buy wine. And I didn't think that they had wifi here, but they have wifi so here I am writing.
It's been a slow week, which I realize is a bit bizarre to say when it's only Tuesday, but I haven't had a lot of contacts this week (I did have a phone interview today and I have a face-to-face interview at another company on Thursday....) But the emails from the recruiters aren't coming anymore and all of the leads I had have gone cold/stale (not hearing back when I heard I would and not being able to get a response when I try to contact them). The trend away from common courtesy is disturbing.
Hope you are all having a good week!
It's been a slow week, which I realize is a bit bizarre to say when it's only Tuesday, but I haven't had a lot of contacts this week (I did have a phone interview today and I have a face-to-face interview at another company on Thursday....) But the emails from the recruiters aren't coming anymore and all of the leads I had have gone cold/stale (not hearing back when I heard I would and not being able to get a response when I try to contact them). The trend away from common courtesy is disturbing.
Hope you are all having a good week!
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