sianzzzzz

last SG · 2005-07-17T23:16:29+00:00

some become property agent, some do MLM .. kind of self employed running your own business. they said its tough but u r your own boss, u determine how much u...

dragg SG

went for a second interview yesterday.

expecting a call today from the company on their decision.

they did not call. i guess i am back to square one.

sianzzzzzz.

this is so depressing.

my unemployment is coming to 19 months.

littlestream SG

Oh dragg, sorry to hear that. Sad But cheer up. Sometimes, no news means good news. If you are unsuccessful....."zha" (early) they call you up liao.

Anyways, good luck with your job search. Sometimes, this is the best time to re-evaluate what you will like to do or can do. Your skills, interest and talents.

Cheers. Wink

stellazio SG

dun give up..surely can..go for more interviews will do..

ronnie_2600 SG

wah.... what type of job r u looking for? maybe PM me? see if i got lobang?

i also sianz today..... no date.... no dinner yet. Sad Sad Sad

ronnie_2600 SG

wah.... what type of job r u looking for? maybe PM me? see if i got lobang?

i also sianz today..... no date.... no dinner yet. Sad Sad Sad

hopy SG

Sad Crying or Very sad Sad Sad Sad Sad Sad Sad

ronnie_2600 SG

Shocked

gypises SG

Must Salute u man… how u managed to survive for 19 months ?? Ur Savings must be alot in order for u to sustain that long period of time.

a_splash SG

hi drag,

can fully understand how u feel now, my hubby was twice unemployed for a long period....each also over a yr......

indeed it was truly frustration, the industry he is in is so bad, many companies went bust, i can't rem the numbers of letter he sent out.....and the interviews he went thru, (even if you are called the second time, its not necessary higher chances). He was very depressed. Confident level dropped....its very demoralising...

just have to endure lor..........just continue searching, but at the same time....maybe can also consider changing line by taking up a short course to back up....

All the Best to your job search!

maggot SG

me 13 months…and the so called career fair 2005…so few employers…

dragg SG

career fair sucks.

i went in 2004. will never ever go again.

dragg SG

i have been in industrial sales administration/customer service for more than 13 years.

there are plenty of jobs out there. but i really do not understand what the employers want.

i reduced my asking pay by $1000 from my last drawn. guess what?

they asked 'why are you asking for so low? we intend to pay higher!!'

talk cock right? they even told me that i fit their requirements perfectly.

but after the second interview nothing positive.....

wonder if these people are treating it like a game.

maggot SG

HP is chopping stuff soon…read this at channel news asia…

dragg SG

in US. does not concern us.

btw how old are you?

alexkusu SG

wow...19months?

maybe u can go for like some extra training..boost ur skills further to attract more potential?

Rhonda SG

dragg, sorry to hear about this. Sad It's very hard to face unemployment for so long and still try to remain uppity so, kudos to you! Don't give up trying! I hope you can share good news soon!

dragg SG

like i mentioned earlier there are plenty of jobs out there where i can fit the bill.

i was told by the interviewers that i am perfectly suitable. i am very sure the only obstacle is my age.

they have given me the impression that anyone at 40 without a job is like someone with AIDS.

Crying or Very sad

alexkusu SG

where im at, u can sue for age discrimination..nt sure if it applies in Sin tho.

dragg SG

one other company called me for a second interview (contract job) a month ago.

the director said things like 'guys are not suitable for sales administration jobs'; 'fat people are not suitable for office jobs'; 'if your performance is good i might consider sacking my permanent staff and give you the job'; 'we will give you bonus if your performance is good'.

why asked me to attend a second interview if he is already prejudiced? i felt like slapping him then. what an idiot!!!

during the 1st interview i was told by the regional manager and administration manager that there is a chance of converting from contract to permanent staff. but during the 2nd interview the director said no, it is definitely not a possibility. he even commented that my asking pay was too low and they plan to pay much higher. what an a$$hole!!!

i am getting increasingly frustrated with the local managers. these people take interviews like a farking game. they dont even talk with each other. the director and the 2 managers keep contradicting each other.

why cant they spare a thought for job seekers? we dont apply for jobs to enjoy interviews. if they are not serious about offering they shouldnt shortlist for the sake of it.

a_splash SG

ya, that was wat my hubby gone thru....40 and above sorry..we want the young ones (they din say it out lah...but seems the message is such)

he is very practical....willing to reduce salary requirement or 'downgrade' the job post, lagi worst...i think the recruiting ppl all the more are doubtful of the sincerity to work man..so damn frustrating.....and garment say we not practical don't want to downgrade.....but we are not even given the chance to!