Is it possible to be unemployed.....forever?
365411
No, if you're in America and know how to use a computer, you're better off than a lot of people, but with the job market being what it is, either know someone or take what you can get
847578
My occupation is a temp. Yes , sometimes I do like what I do because I am exposed to different industries and sometimes I am not working (wished I was) like today. I am looking for something long term and permanent, but finding a job today is very COMPETETIVE. There is a waiting list of job opportunities for my line of work.  When I am on the waiting list, I just wished something would happen soon.
757542
Well aren't you a challenge??Let's not get depressed yet.You are at the best part of your life.Have you heard of eons.com? Try there for a community uplift.Age 50 is now like 35 was in the fifties.First of all what are your passions?I mean besides the previous jobs that have failed you??Why not give yourself some time to find that passion.I typed in, "printing jobs" on yahoo several came up.Monster.com has some.I mean for now.Lift up  your head and shout "I'm not going to take this anymore" real loud.It will make you feel better.Find a 45 year old and hang out have a Starbucks coffee.Ask whats going on in your business world.Find a common link with society give back,while you mentor someone younger. Get your eyes off of yourself, help some else.Opportunity comes when you help others.
593984
It is possible - but it is harder.\n\nYou will need to be prepared to work very hard, work your way up from the bottom, show initiative and loyalty etc. \n\nIt would help if you did some "work skills" type courses to help get your foot in the door. Exmaples of what I mean would be touch typing, Intermediate Word/Excel courses, trades courses such as welding etc. \n\nAlso looking like a good citizen so people don't lump you into the no-hoper category is important. So dress tidily, have good manners, maybe do some volunteer work.
1116341
I would leave my job because with all that money it would be wrong to keep hold of a job that someone with no money or unemployed could do. To keep me busy, l would use the money to open up a restaurant and create jobs, especially in my area where there aren't many employment opportunities - or decent restaurants!. A syndicate won quite a few million, l think about 10 employees got about £500'000 each at a local supermarket. But they haven't left their jobs because they feel the company have been good to them and have worked there for donkeys years. The 10 jobs could go to the unemployed people who are desperate for work and trying to live on the dole. Why can't these people help in charity shops, work in animal shelters or open their own business to keep busy?. They may love working on the check-outs - but there are other people that are jobless, it's ridiculous!. So yes, l'd carry on working, but either voluntary or through my own business - after a very long holiday around the world of course!.
1094837
It is harder to find a job if you are unemployed.  You could start job hunting now so that you can move from your current job to your new job without having weeks or months in between the two.
17585
Oh, Darlin', BEEN THERE! It's rough, really rough when a man is unemployed especially if he's the kind that takes pride in working and taking care of you...when my husband couldn't find a job for a while and I was making pretty good money at a job I took to fill in the gaps while he was looking, things got so bad between us that I damn near walked.... he found a job, I got fired from mine and things are much better! Hang in there, Sweetie.\nThis is one of those things they warned us about when they made us promise "For better or worse" and it will get better.
200087
Have you looked into filing for unemployment?  There are many misconceptions about when people are or are not eligible.  Even if you think you aren't, you might be eligible.\n\nYou could try a temporary agency.  There are many out there, and they require varying levels of experience and skills.\n\nYou could also try finding a casual labor job.  Construction contractors and farmers (as well as many other types of businesses) frequently hire casual labor on a temporary basis.  Because there is very little paperwork and few obligations for the employer, these positions are easy to get if you can find them.\n\nAlso, if you have things that are worth money that you don't absolutley HAVE to have, you could try selling them or getting a collateral loan from a pawn broker to tide you over until you find work.
1166696
It can be hard but not impossible.  I chose to tell the truth when I was looking for employment and it did pay off.  I have a great job with wonderful benefits and a generous salary.  It helps to have some type of skill to offer.  You may need to take courses or get some training so you can present yourself as a person with something to offer.  \n\nTo stay out of prison and any other circumstances that led you down that path, it is critical that you remain honest, no matter what.  Someone will hire you.
1050091
Yes, find someone who will hire you.  Get a job and pay your debts.
386297
Yes...look at the unemployment rates...pretty low right now.  My organization has 3 professional positions open right now, but we are small.
996807
How many jobs have you had in the past 2 years?  If you jump from job to job every few months, you're going to discover that it's harder to get a job in the future.  Employers don't want to hire someone who has shown a past tendency to leave jobs after just a few months.  You really should suck it up and try to stay in one position for a year or so to show that you have stability.
1089997
You have to apply at the unemployment office in your city/state.  It's easy, but you should probably try to go at least a half-hour before they open to avoid possible lines and a long wait.  The critera mainly involves having worked for the past 6 months steadily, whether it's one job or a combination of jobs.  If you quit your last job, you might not be able to collect, but if you were laid off, or fired unjustly, you'll be fine.
99201
Remember when you are "unemployed" your most important job is to work for YOURSELF.  In other words, spend the same amount each day looking for work as you did working for someone else.\n\nWith so many out of work, it won't be easy.  Use every resource available to you, and find help in the search box of your computer, not only job listings, but job hunting tips.\n\nDon't forget to visit your local colleges and use their job search office (postings are often put up on a board).\n\nI wish you speedy good luck!!
1163600
u gotta continue.. so what if ur temporary?eventually ur gonna become permanent .so just work hard and dont even look at yourself as a temporary employee.. its a job and a job is a job!! try looking elsewhere if u still dont fell too good abt this.
663457
Because of high unemployment, you may have to be a citizen. If you get a job in another country that has a branch there......
700880
wherever you are, you might try to see if there is some kind of employment agency that sould help you find a job.  when you get into a funk its hard to pull yourself out of it, i know.  but keep your chin up, because things will get better.you could also try to learn the language in your area.  maybe you will meet someone who could help you.