How can I get an employer to consider me with less than an a year of experience?
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The minimum of two years is the "desired" minimum.  Apply anyway.  Wow them at an interview.  Good luck!
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Go to a staffing/temp agency in your area. They are trained to help you. They will help with your resume, tell you what you are best qualified for and guide along.
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Your education is secondary to experience.  Your resume is key.  You won't get an interview in the first place if you have a weak resume.  It may be wise to contact a company that helps you write resumes so that you can highlight your strongest points and convey a more effective message in the document.  Once you get your interview, then you're in direct competition with just a few candidates, so at that point, your education and experience are trivial.  If an interviewer likes your personality more than a guy who has more experience/education, chances are that you'll get the job.  Your ability to work with their team is a very important aspect of the job.  you can have years of experience with a strong education, but if you're a jerk, you'll never get a decent job.
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If you're not being given jobs purely based on your age & cos you got kids its blatant discrimination (which in any country is illegal).\n\nIf you live in Britain the law changes in October to make ageism illegal...so you cant be refused a job purely cos of your age (I dont know about other countries).\n\nMaybe if you call companies who rejected you & ask for feedback as to why they thought you are unsuitable - they should tell you & you can then use this info to help make your next one more successful.
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My advice to you is to let them know what you offer; probably the best way to do this is to get a personal interview. It can be a little difficult to get one of these, but with some behind the scenes networking you might be able to do it. I don't know your full situation completely, but I can tell you that there are certain keywords people look for in your resumes, so be sure and include those. I'm not an expert in your feild, so I couldn't tell you what the keywords are, but once you get past the resume part and start with the actual interviewing, this is your place to shine. Be straightfoward, be enthusiastic, let the company know what you can offer them. Companies are generally looking for someone with the highest skill set to fill a position for the lowest amount of money, and being a young graduate, you fit that description. Companies also are looking for people who want to move up and progress in their particular company, not just somebody who is going to get experience at their firm them move to another one. Let them know you are looking to grow with the company, that you're interested in intracompany promotion. All of these will key the people into you, and help you get the job. \nLastly, I would advise you to not give up. This seems simple, but a lot of people think that once a company says no, that's it. This is not always the case. PROVE yourself. PROVE your dedication. People respect that; I've seen persistance work time and time again.
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Yes, give them your employers number.  It will aid in your employability and create credibility for those you interview with.
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There are many creative way to overcome gaps in employment and/or lack of exp. It would take entire page to name them all. Find a friend in mangement ask him what he looks for. Another tool is ask a recruiter or employment counselor what these tools are. You will find you do have exp you didnt know you had that can go on your resume.
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most companies want  someone with experience\nand all you have is the education\nhappens all the time
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Go to your bookstore and find a resume book in the business/career section. You can also find examples and templates online if you do a search.\n\nIf you have less than 10 years of experience, you want your resume to be one page. Generally, clearly show your name, mailing address, email address if available, and best phone number(s) to contact you.\n\nThen show your education, work experience, any interests, achievements, and skill sets. Under your work experience, it is not a list of your job descriptions (this is a common mistake). You should instead indicate what you have accomplished and the results. Also, try not to use technical words and jargons. Do not abbreviate.\n\nBelow are some sample resumes for your reference.\n\nhttp://www.resume-resource.com/samples.html\n\nOther good references are:\nhttp://www.vault.com\nhttp://www.wetfeet.com\n\nGood luck and have a nice day.
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Apply and interview as many companies as possible.\n\nIf you get a chance to work parttime or an intership during summer sessions, it will greatly increase your chance because you would have work experience.
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try to get an internship (unpaid work experience) sometimes it turns into a job...if not, at least you have some experience already. Congratulations!
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select my answer so i get your 10 points after that we will talk!\n\nfrankly you need to show your capability and qualification before any one will take you for a job
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Consider your qualifications. It may be that there are a wealth of people with the same qualifications as you.\n\nYou need to offer an future employer something that makes you stand out. More qualifications are not going to hurt you. \n\nGo to your local university and see what's on offer. Most universities also have a careers advise centre, talk to them.\n\nGood Luck.
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Quit trying to step around the bad reference and be the first to explain the situation to the potential new employer.  Stick to the facts, if asked, and leave out personal feelings.\n\nI've been in your shoes before, and that's what I did.\n\nWhen I applied, I explained very briefly on the application that my previous employer and I parted on unfavorable terms, and would enjoy the opportunity to discuss with them.\n\nI don't think I was overlooked by any company due to thus statement, a few asked about it, and we had a brief discussion of the issues involved.  When they checked for the reference and my statements and the response from my previous employer were similar, they understood I was being honest, which was a big PLUS.\n\nDuring this process, I received several job offers.  So, by being honest and being first to deal with the issue, I believe I prevented the "Bad Reference" from having much affect.
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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.
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If you have a college degree, you should remove it, i believe that's not relevant information for the potential employer.\n\nYou should focus on your experiences, but specially in what you migth seem as your acomplishments.
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From my experience over the years, it is essential as to WHAT you know but a KEY factor in who you know. \nIf you don't know people on the inside then take different avenues at getting the job. \nIt is much more productive to see, speak or talk to someone in person than to send a resume. Then your not just a name on a paper.\n\n How long has it been?\n\nMy advice is to get a part-time job and have your other job be finding a job in your field.\nThree months is the shortest I have ever heard of and a year and a half the longest.\n\nBe willing to work your way up too.\n\nWish you the best!