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My situation is that I've been unemployed for a very long time. I was in and out of school during the whole duration and was in a position where employment wasn't a priority. My chances of getting employment is akin to that of a felon despite me not having a criminal record.
Not really.
I think in your case.....you should set the bar lower. A year or two in an entry level job can be a good springboard.
Everyone always has an opinion. What's most important is how you feel about yourself. There is always room for improvement so if you relative has suggestions on how you can improve your efforts then I would listen but if he/ she is just pointing fingers then he/ she should keep his/ her comments to him/herself
At five years of unemployment, you need to make changes in your life. Move, figure out a daycare option, buy a bicycle, learn something to make yourself marketable, something. After five years it is you, and only you. If you actually want to work, you will figure out how to get around you obstacles and find a job.
If you are disabled, you need to work with your local or State organization for assistance in finding and maintaining a job. Same thing with if you are a convicted felon. Otherwise, frankly there is no good reason to be unemployed that long.
My situation is that I've been unemployed for a very long time. I was in and out of school during the whole duration and was in a position where employment wasn't a priority. My chances of getting employment is akin to that of a felon despite me not having a criminal record.
Ok, so employment wasn't a priority the past five years but, now that it has become a priority, you are having a hard time finding work (and explaining the long stint of unemployment)?
Ok, so employment wasn't a priority the past five years but, now that it has become a priority, you are having a hard time finding work (and explaining the long stint of unemployment)?
My father isn't doing as good financially because his business is suffering. I just need pocket money while I finish up my degree.
I'm not sure what problems you are running into when looking for work. Are you currently a full time college student living at home? If that's the case, I'm leaning towards your relative's opinion.
I'm not sure what problems you are running into when looking for work. Are you currently a full time college student living at home? If that's the case, I'm leaning towards your relative's opinion.
How is it possible to get employment when you lack reliable transportation in an region where it's heavily reliant on an automobile to get to point a to b? Nevermind a poor working history that virtually kills your chances of landing a position. Like someone else mentioned, never point fingers if you've never been in anyone's shoe.
To the OP, I think deep down inside you know your own answer as you know your own entire story. Or you might fully realize your own situation more as you get older.
Your relative is correct to some degree when you look at how things are all over creation. I give myself some perspective and it might help you in some way.
I do wish you good luck on the job hunt, I empathize and relate to how it is not easy for some of us out there, whatever the reasons may be.
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