I am looking for a new position I am worried about finding something.

Jessica Smith

January 8,2023 at 6:58PM UTC

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I am looking for a new position I am worried about finding something. I have had many interviews and nothing yet. I am just praying it will not be a year like I have had to wait in the past. I am not sure what I need to do differently. Lots of applications for my skillset. Interviews and no offers. Something has to happen soon. I have an extensive background in implementation.

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AnonymousJanuary 9,2023 at 2:42PM UTC
Every time I was passed over for a job after an interview, when a bit of time passed, I looked back. I was glad that it never materialized, sometimes because something better came along that I DID get, other times because I found out things about the job that would have made it an inferior choice for my career or mental health.
Peggie Arvidson * Career Consultant | Adoptee Advocate | RecruiterJanuary 9,2023 at 2:52PM UTC
Make more targeted applications - and add in networking for the role/company you want.
companies are likely waiting to get final approvals for budgets for Q1 2023. (depending on company size they may not get approvals until Q2 and are triaging until then)
Think about contracting until then and see if you can contract with some of the companies you like best - the often look to convert contractors first before hiring outside.
(Of course I have no idea what you do so this may not help)
AnonymousJanuary 9,2023 at 6:58PM UTC
I feel you. I have put in so many and have gotten nowhere. Never had this issue until now.
AnonymousJanuary 18,2023 at 1:50AM UTC
I have some suggestions. I would start networking with people you know that work at a company you may want to work with in the future. Update your LinkedIn and connect with those around you. Reach out to those you on LinkedIn to connect and see if they know of anything coming open or if they can introduce to someone they know that works for a company you want to work for. Update your resume. Maybe have a professional resume writer look it over. It costs money, but the right resume can help your chances. Make sure your resume and LinkedIn profile do not have any spelling or grammatical errors. Reach out to staffing agencies/ employment companies to help you find a job. The staffing agencies may have direct hire/ temp to hire/ or even contract work to help you find your next place. And last but not least, keep your head up. It can be a process, but you can find something.