Have you ever been unemployed?
813920
I was out of work for a while and it was awful. I was so broke and so bored. I hope you will find something soon. Just don't give up and start hanging out. That is the slow road to more unhappiness.
256216
I think the above answers are very optimistic. \nIt is really a difficult question to answer considering that the data is very well hidden by large companies that don't want you to know that they are very unstable in that department.\n\nThe best way that I could think of would be to compare the numbers on The Bureau of Labor Statistics. They will crunch the numbers on Employment and Unemployment over the years and even print you out a little line graph. Keep in mind that the information you see on this site is not perfect. For instance, the US defines "unemployed" people as ONLY people who were previously employed, recieving checks for unemployment and currently looking for work. There are other kinds of information available as well.\n\nSee the link below.
1081146
yes. I lost a job that way once. They let me start before the police background check came in and they fired me a week later.
673214
No, but that is the way it is. It makes it very hard to get a job but there is nothing anyone can do. the police got you
132345
Thats my question too...\n\nWere you actully planning on donating or were you contacted for a job???
657098
You can measure unemployment yourself, count one percent per every person you know personally-like family and close friends- that is actively looking for a job unsuccessfully. It's not a big problem at all.
818130
My Daughter had the same problem, She Quit went to the unemployment office,got unemployment,although She should have Sued them!!! she was in warrentys in a Axel Co.\n   Her boss screamed an threw things?? one day he screamed\n "If you all dont F***** like IT you all can hit theF******* door??\n  an she did.. now she is getting Paid while looking for a good job.
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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!!
832896
Experienced...YES, unless you were a horrible employee.\n\n:)\n\n==========================
799252
Yes. I arrived this morning to find that the person I was taking over from, didn't know and was the first person I spoke to!.\nHe was in a temporary post and had no contract, but  he had hopes of getting the 2 year contact given to me. It was a bit of a surprise for him, when I said that I was starting.\nHe spat his dummy out and had gone by 10am, just after speaking to the boss!\nIt could have been better, but it could have been much worse. At least he doesn't know where I live!\nYou should look on the bright side. Even if it doesn't last, anyone can manage to blag their way in a job for a couple of months and that gets you past Christmas (Sorry Winter Holidays!). I have the guilty feeling of taking food away from someones Children for Christmas. (I don't even work for a Hamper Company.)
490688
Are you looking for a job as one?
729814
Call back anyone who has interviewed you recently and talk to them.  Ask them if there is something you can do to improve your chances of hire!  Good luck.
337532
I have.\nHe had the money and the looks was great but never had time for me.\n So i dated a guy that was great in showing me a good time out and giving me the attention i needed.
341400
Everybody is right about filing for unemployment immediately. Just taking care of that will help you focus on other tasks.\n\nUpdate your resume, and call people who you'd like to use as references when the time comes. Connecting with them will also help you network and maybe find a position that has not been advertised yet.\n\nIn addition to sending out resumes, try signing up with a temporary agency. It's a great insight into companies in your area. You get a behind-the-scenes peek at what really goes on, not just what they tell you during the interview. If they like you, you'll also hear about positions in the company, even if they're not in the department you're temping in. Money-wise, you'll probably make more in a week than you would on unemployment and it will extend your benefits that much longer.\n\nThere are tons of recruiting firms out there. Look for one specializing in what you do and review the jobs they have listed. Some agencies include 'fake' job listings to generate responses, by the way. Submit a resume and cover letter as you would to a regular job posting. Even if they have filled that position, they will keep your information on file.\n\nThe best thing you can do, though, is talk to everybody you can. You never know who's talking to whom, or where the next job is coming from. And don't be embarrassed about being laid off. It happens so much now that most people are very sympathetic.
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No. \n\nThe long answer...\nNothing was available in my area of study when I finished school so I took the job that paid relatively well.\nIt's a physical job with little mental activity which leads to pains and boredom.\nIt's a lousy environment which compounds the resentment built up over the years... now there's a feeling of being trapped with old skills.\nConstantly tackling being grateful for the employment and being disappointed with each work day. I really shouldn't complain.\nI know it's up to me to change the situation but it's terribly difficult to leave the security of a steady income.\nI guess that's why vacations are so sweet and hobbies are important.
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go here and that will answer your ?.. good luck on finding another job!!\n\nhttp://jobsearch.about.com/od/unemployment/a/unemployment.htm
1106517
i'm in the same postion - unemployed for six months.  i have learned that if you have to 'invest' money - its a scam.  keep checking your local unemployment office and also social services may be able to help.  my problem is i'm over quailifed for 'low end' jobs and under quailifed for the 'better' jobs.  \n\ngood luck