March 4, 2010
By Sandi Vidal
I received some interesting mail after my last column about online applications. It seems employers are defending them and applicants do not care for them at all. Thank you for your insights.
Today I spoke with a professional lady who seems to have all of her ducks in a row. She has a great work history, presents herself well, has been networking and applying for every opening she sees in her field and yet, she feels no closer to getting a job than when she started the search.
Another professional told me he thought he would take a month off to rest before beginning his search, and I cautioned him not to in this environment.
Unemployment is still 11.9 percent, and the average job search is longer than the unemployment benefits are received. The competition is stiff. I probably don't have to tell you that.
So what do you do if you are doing everything you think you should be? My answer is, keep the momentum going. You need to find someone you can talk to and vent to when things don't go right and someone to celebrate with when things do.
Keep networking. For professionals, you have several choices including ProNet, www.pronetcareerresources.com, Career Management Network, http://careermanagementnetwork.blogspot.com/ , and Transitioning Professionals of Orlando.
Above all, don't give up. This economy is tough, don't be down on yourself.
Until next time,
— Sandi
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