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Comment on Update on the Job Hunt by Mike

Mike — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:37:01 +0000

Bill I’m really in trouble. I’ve not worked in a cubicle, let alone one with Royal Blue partitions, since 1994. Thank you for the comment. Check back. I, unfortunately, will have more posts on the job hunt.

Comment on Update on the Job Hunt by Bill from Schaumburg

Bill from Schaumburg — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:17:40 +0000

The people doing the hiring select people they like and will fit in and maybe get some work done. They write the job specs so narrowly so they can reject people when they want to. Rather than say “I think you are a jerk, take a hike!”, they can say, I’m sorry we are really looking for someone with 2.5 years experience working in a cubicle with royal blue partitions.

Of course when they find the person they like, they forget about the job specs.

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Clark — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 22:59:17 +0000

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Comment on This is aggravating by Mike

Mike — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 03:44:26 +0000

Yes, it is a horrible situation.

I kinda think I shouldn’t write much about it as it fast turns into a pity party, and there is nothing worse than having the stench of loser about you.

I wish you luck. It sounds, with the freelance bit, that you are least keeping somewhat busy. I’ve hit a bad patch on that front.

I’ve got a couple of ideas, but they won’t produce money in the next month. That is my problem, I feel immense pressure to get money in the door NOW.

I hope to make it to the ordination, but things don’t look good for travel expenses right now.

We need to keep in touch. Good to hear from you.

Comment on This is aggravating by Chris

Chris — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 20:22:15 +0000

Mike,

Greetings. I couldn’t help but notice your topic here. I’ve been out of full time work for a while, but have been able to keep a busy with some freelance work.

I can totally relate to your thoughts on HR. HR is a joke. They aren’t about resources or helping out. They are just a machine.

I’ve had many experiences where I couldn’t talk to anyone, especially after cordially asking the operator or receptionist.

The normal routine is pretty much getting a form email that says, “we’ve got your resume, don’t call us, we’ll call you” or “although your resume was very impressive, we’ve decided to pursue a candidate who is more in line with our current needs.” I just got one yesterday from a museum that would not let me connect with anyone.

They can’t even acknowledge me by name in the email, just “Dear Applicant”. Make one feel real good. Push a button and get those replies out. I often wonder if these people even care about making a personal connection; just robots at a desk.

I’ve even tried responding to the form letter asking if they can tell me what, in anything, was missing on my credentials so I can work on it for future applications. They don’t respond.

I also agree that traditional skills are still valuable, although I question if today’s workforce even knows what they are.

Hang in there man. You are not alone.

Tell T and the kids I said hi.

Sincerely,
Chris Woodhouse

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Comment on Tuna Pizza by Mike

Mike — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 21:09:18 +0000

You’re one up on me. I never had the opportunity to serve our nation in Okinawa. During the Cold War of ’82 to ’85, the Marines had me in Southern California.

Tuna and corn? My stomach is turning at the thought.

Comment on Tuna Pizza by Richard

Richard — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 18:24:14 +0000

When I was a Marine stationed in Okinawa, the local Pizza Place would serve Tuna and Corn pizzas as part of the lunch buffet.

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