Alexikokopops Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 Have you got someone to check over your cv? Places with lots of applicants can often dismiss a cv just from a quick glance because it looks shoddy and unprofessional, likewise a covering letter or a photo, you can't polish a turd, but you can at least shave it put it in a shirt and do its hair. I have to say this was my initial thought when I saw he'd been sending off 20 CVs a month.
The People's Hero Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 There is nothing to stop you from furthering yourself without the need for a formal qualification and you can still add it to a CV. What do you want to do? If you want a job in say insurance, then get down the library and get some books on insurance/risk/etc and read it. If you want a job in IT, teach yourself as much as you can and indicate you've done so on your CV. Basically, show a bit of willing. If I was out of work even for a couple of months, I'd make sure I improved my knowledge/skills in that time.
Jon the Hat Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 If I was out of work even for a couple of months, I'd make sure I improved my knowledge/skills in that time. Preferably on the beach somewhere hot.
The People's Hero Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 Preferably on the beach somewhere hot. Preferably, yes! But failing that, I've always wanted to study philosophy, so I'd probably just read a few books on that.
Craig Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 When I was unemployed 3/4 years go I started a blog and posted daily updates of how I was getting on. Most days involved rejection letters/emails and companies sending me away. The major plus from doing the blog was that many people got in touch offering help. One person in particular who helped me specialised in CV's and revamped mine. Two weeks later I was offered a job and I'm still there now. Seek help, Lamby.
The People's Hero Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 When I was unemployed 3/4 years go I started a blog and posted daily updates of how I was getting on. Most days involved rejection letters/emails and companies sending me away. The major plus from doing the blog was that many people got in touch offering help. One person in particular who helped me specialised in CV's and revamped mine. Two weeks later I was offered a job and I'm still there now. Seek help, Lamby. I had someone who was desperate for a job having applied for loads and loads, really wanted to work in insurance, I was offering a role with prospects, training, qualifications within a year if half-able, private healthcare, pension contributions and a few other perks. I offered a salary which was actually a bit over the top for the position. The graduate, who had something like a 3rd in anthropology (seriously) from Portsmouth Uni (you could probably actually track him down from that) turned it down as not enough money!!!
Wycombe Fox Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 The guy lives a few streets away from me. Never seen him before though. http://www.iwcp.co.uk/news/news/billboard-bid-to-find-a-job-47659.aspx
Lamby Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 Is it really that hard to find at job in London, Lamby? I'm from a small town where there seems to be no jobs, but I moved to un at Manchester, a major City, and there are better options (obviously). Thought London was where its at in terms of finding work, but I suppose our society is poor. Most jobs here are for graduates or people with 2+ years of experience. And yes I got my CV re-done by an employment coach about a month ago
The People's Hero Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 Most jobs here are for graduates or people with 2+ years of experience. And yes I got my CV re-done by an employment coach about a month ago Yes but do you have anything to put on your CV? Why not do some unpaid voluntary work? Help out at a sports club? Learn some skills? Self-teach yourself some skills? What sort of job ideally do you want and between us here, we will point you in the right direction/give you some advice.
MooseBreath Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 Preferably, yes! But failing that, I've always wanted to study philosophy, so I'd probably just read a few books on that. Yeah study philosophy, that will definitely get you a job Trollollolol
Lamby Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 Yes but do you have anything to put on your CV? Why not do some unpaid voluntary work? Help out at a sports club? Learn some skills? Self-teach yourself some skills? What sort of job ideally do you want and between us here, we will point you in the right direction/give you some advice. I have. Done 3 weeks of voluntary work in September 2011 Have also been an assistant Beaver leader and started up a Network Scouting Group. Also started up the Eltham Addicks Supporters Group. Basically looking for Office/admin sort of things. Got an application for an apprenticeship at the National Army Museum going through at the moment so hopefully
lavrentis Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 I have just applied for the BHF shop in town volunteering. I think I'd enjoy it.
The People's Hero Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 Yeah study philosophy, that will definitely get you a job Trollollolol It's not about a means to an end, its something I want to do. I think I've got enough in my locker already (ie be half-intelligent, have a half-decent CV and turn up looking like I might actually want the job) to be able to get a job. My point is that someone who is enterprising and interested in furthering themselves and genuinely wants an opportunity will usually be fine.
The People's Hero Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 I have. Done 3 weeks of voluntary work in September 2011 Have also been an assistant Beaver leader and started up a Network Scouting Group. Also started up the Eltham Addicks Supporters Group. Basically looking for Office/admin sort of things. Got an application for an apprenticeship at the National Army Museum going through at the moment so hopefully There are plenty of FREE courses which give a genuine qualification in office administration. Enrol2Learn or something springs to mind. Do a bit of research mate and there is plenty out there. Loads of schemes put in place.
Finnegan Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 Don't do three weeks voluntary work, volunteer indefinitely until you get a job. Part time should be enough and still give you time to job search. It's not about being seen to look nice, it's about not having gaps in your employment. You're infinitely more employable when you're already in a job, even if that job isn't paid. If you've been claiming for years, sending hundreds of CVs and getting nothing then you're clearly doing something wrong or not doing enough. Just firing CVs off is lazy, it isn't sufficient on it's own, especially if there's nothing on your CV. Also, most admin work these days isn't really entry level stuff. People can pick from graduates and those with experience who they can trust to pick up a job quicker. Apply for bar work, kitchen porter work, labouring, litter picking, working the bins and other menial jobs and get yourself an income while you train.
Lamby Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 There are plenty of FREE courses which give a genuine qualification in office administration. Enrol2Learn or something springs to mind. Do a bit of research mate and there is plenty out there. Loads of schemes put in place. I did enrol for one course but when I got the information pack I couldn't do it as I had over 5 GCSE's
The People's Hero Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 I did enrol for one course but when I got the information pack I couldn't do it as I had over 5 GCSE's Open University were offering free modules in a load of different subjects. I know its not a full degree, but it shows willing and nothing to stop you putting you've completed 'x' 'y' or 'z' module on your CV. Aside from that, try volunteering at your local hospice on a permanent basis, not only is it very humbling but you never know how you might meet. Its all about contacts and people thinking of you when an opportunity does come up.
Alexikokopops Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 I did enrol for one course but when I got the information pack I couldn't do it as I had over 5 GCSE's Well do some research and find one that will let you do it with over 5 GCSEs.
Lamby Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 Well do some research and find one that will let you do it with over 5 GCSEs. I have to pay for those
Alexikokopops Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 I have to pay for those Why don't you cut down some away games, save towards a course, and use it to boost that CV?
RowlattsFox Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 I have to pay for those https://www.vision2learn.com/default.aspx try this. Can do Business Admin Level 2 and IT related courses. You've probably been told this site already but you can find admin type volunteering roles, volunteering is more than just charity shops. Try something more challenging. http://www.do-it.org.uk/
Lamby Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 Why don't you cut down some away games, save towards a course, and use it to boost that CV? I have cut down https://www.vision2l...om/default.aspx try this. Can do Business Admin Level 2 and IT related courses. Thats the one I tried first but can't do due to having over 5 GCSE's. It don't say anywhere on the site about that but does in the information pack
DB11 Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 Wasn't really a fan of that video, looks like he's full of himself.
MC Prussian Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 Start your own company. I'm in the process of founding a Ltd. with two friends of mine. The amount of meetings and preparations - oh, the joy. And don't get me started on the risks. But after months of not finding my dream job, I thought I'm better off creating it myself.
pSinatra Posted 3 January 2013 Posted 3 January 2013 Wasn't really a fan of that video, looks like he's full of himself. He does come across as an arrogant dick but he'll probably get a job on the back of it........probably in marketing - the bigger the dick the better
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