We're desperate... (2010, crime, to buy)

[mollysmiles]

I would agree with the "stay in school" issue except for one thing--she's in grad school. She all ready has at least one degree which she could be using to help out... when you're going under financially that's not the best time to be putting the energy into grad school.

[RHB]

USA jobs should have a listing for a store associate with DeCA. Under the new system, you don't start at good pay, but it goes up relatively quickly. They only hire part time, but it's something. There may also be one for Homeland Security there also (they have listings every couple of months) and they are full time.
Fed -ex I know is also short handed, but really don't know if they are hiring, or just going to run short handed.

[reloop]

Originally Posted by mollysmiles

I would agree with the "stay in school" issue except for one thing--she's in grad school. She all ready has at least one degree which she could be using to help out... when you're going under financially that's not the best time to be putting the energy into grad school.

True, I guess I missed the "grad" part....

[dramamama6685]

I'm sorry tohear about your situation. Seems like you've already gotten some great advice! Good luck and keep us posted!

[frogcreekwoods]

Originally Posted by mollysmiles

I would agree with the "stay in school" issue except for one thing--she's in grad school. She all ready has at least one degree which she could be using to help out... when you're going under financially that's not the best time to be putting the energy into grad school.

To the OP:

I reread your first post, and I see you are probably in a Master's program. So this semester is already paid for, so there is no sense in quitting this semester, you will just lose everything you paid for and the whole semester worth of classes. Hang in there for this semester, and see what the summer brings. The economy is going to pick up a bit, I think. Summer is usually a better time for jobs in ME, I would imagine. People who have a bit of money will take vacations closer to home. Both of you get summer jobs, work your tail off, SAVE and be thrifty, and with luck and perserverance you'll be able to continue your grad program next year. What are you studying, anyway?

[chaosX5]

Originally Posted by AliceT

Don't overlook taxi or bus driving. These places are almost always looking for drivers. I know Bangor isn't much of a taxi town, but there are both Trailways and Greyhound bus depots there. Check them out.

I also agree with Nor'Eastah. You are wasting your time in school right now. You both need jobs and you need them now.

I disagree with going to another location. If you have a place to live, hang onto it. Now is not a good time to be moving and I disbelieve that other places are any better off right now. In fact, many people think that the areas of Las Vegas or Central Florida are good choices. They are not. Repeat, they are NOT. Stay where you are and both of you need to be looking for work.

Add NC to that list (especially Charlotte) people are coming in in droves thinking they'll find jobs.......but not anymore, our unemployment rate is higher than Maine now I believe. Be very careful to check things out before you consider moving. Places that used to be job meccas may not be a good choice now.

[Nor'Eastah]

Originally Posted by reloop

The days of "on the job training" are pretty much over.

Hey...I never said anything about "on the job training"! I may be older than this OP, but I do keep up with the times!

Originally Posted by sorchamac

I can't DISAGREE more. What worked in your generation Nor'Eastah just doesn't go now.

In my generation...oh, how ye do assume!

I have a bachelor's degree, and a master's degree. I paid to put my 2 children through college, and one through graduate school.

Those were in "fat times". We are no longer there. I believe in education. But I do not believe you should starve yourself to get one! If these young folks are truly desperate, WORK is what they need to do.

I guess you younger folks just close your eyes to all the other new college grads right now who are unemployed...there are so many things they don't teach in college, like how to survive!

[reloop]

[quote=Nor'Eastah;7639199]Hey...I never said anything about "on the job training"! I may be older than this OP, but I do keep up with the times!

Not meant to "offend" or presume anything - just an observation of what I'm seeing in the workforce today.

Two of the jobs posted where I work will require that the person applying pretty much sit down and do the job. They're looking to cut "training time" to avoid the expense of it - understandable in this economy.

I believe that there are far too many kids out there who can perform circles around more "educated" ones if they are given a chance to prove themselves by working hard and learning what they need to in order to perform their task well. There are many who are "hands on" and not necessarily "book smart" - those are the ones I really like to see become successful.

Honest, it's got nothing to do with age.

[reloop]

Originally Posted by mensaguy

Look a little closer and you'll see that this is the second time this has happened; out of two posts. Isn't there a term defined for a post designed to get a reaction instead of to seek or share information? Thanks for pointing this out, molly.

I hope this display of the "kindness of strangers" has not unwittingly become subject matter for a thesis.

[family first]

Forest...If there were more neighbors like you this world would be a better place. Just happened to be scamming through the forum and saw this post. Such a refreshing offer compared to the nonsense we are getting from our gov't leaders. I'm sure the good Lord is smiling down on you and as for the original poster, start looking for a job on "Sunday" and let the good people help you out!