Nobody is better than me for the job.
I don't mean that I am better than every other applicant. I mean that each company thinks that it is better for nobody to fill the position than for me to fill it.
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Friday, May 18, 2012
Nobody is better than me.
I receive letters thanking me for my applications but telling me that there are too many other qualified applicants to make consideration of my curriculum vitae possible and then the next day I see the same positions re-posted on a job board.
Nobody is better than me for the job.
I don't mean that I am better than every other applicant. I mean that each company thinks that it is better for nobody to fill the position than for me to fill it.
Nobody is better than me for the job.
I don't mean that I am better than every other applicant. I mean that each company thinks that it is better for nobody to fill the position than for me to fill it.
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I completely understand the frustration! When I was laid off for 9 months I might as well have taken up printing my own paper for as many resumes that I was sending out with no avail. Finally, finally I got a response and now hav an amazing job. Hang in there someone soon will realize your talents!
ReplyDeleteHun that must be driving you mad. Is it because you are not a 'local' do you think? Is there any freelance stuff you could set up for yourself?
ReplyDeleteI hate looking for employment. I don't know if there could be anything more disheartening and demoralizing, except for, you know, infertility. This temporary move to PS has at least allowed me a reprieve in the job search. For that I am immeasurably grateful.
ReplyDeleteOh that is frustrating. I agree with Em, maybe you could branch out on your own and try to make something happen. Maybe turn a hobby or a interest into a career. I know that is easier said then done but you might discover that there is a market just waiting for a skill you have.
ReplyDeleteOuch. You have my sympathy. And best wishes and good luck with the hunt. And, if you like, me sneaking over the Channel with a small box of horse-manure in my luggage to ceremonially present to the worst offenders.
ReplyDeleteJob hunting is no fun, and it really takes thick skin. It must be even harder when you're not local. Have you had someone review your resume? I know that the types of information included can be different in some countries. (The US values brevity, for example, but when I was in France I was told that people tend to include all of their previous jobs to minimize gaps in employment.)
ReplyDeleteSomething will come your way. I'll keep my fingers crossed that it comes soon!
that must be so frustrating! I hope you find something soon!!
ReplyDeletehugs
Ugh...how absolutely frustrating. Essentially a huge slap in the face. Hoping that THE one is around the corner.
ReplyDeleteHow disheartening! Obviously none of those companies deserve you. I hope, in the very near future, that you will find a place that recognizes your talents.
ReplyDeleteUgh. Job hunting sucks. We've got quite a collection of rejection letters around here, too. I hope something comes along that's the perfect fit for you (and soon!).
ReplyDeleteOh crap, how frustrating! Hope it turns around soon and you find something that you really enjoy in the end, that it's worth waiting for so to say!
ReplyDeleteJust a little moment of self-pity yesterday in light of seeing the reposting of yet another position for which I was rejected ... I appreciate all of your words of support and will continue trying to enjoy being a lady of leisure as much as I can!
ReplyDeleteEm: Yes, that's part of it, and that I've never worked in this country before, and that I was a consultant rather than a direct employee, which is what I'd have to be here.
Kristin: Pools, pregnancy, and date shakes: enjoy that reprieve!
Sunshine: If only I could earn a salary blogging ...
May: Ha!
Sass: Yep, that's such a good point. I've added all the illegal in the US-type info, as well as talked to several consultants about how best to present it. (All with conflicting opinions, of course.) The last person I talked to told me that my CV looked great and that all I needed was a stroke of luck ... and a little patience too, I guess.
Daryl: I was thinking of your husband after reading your last post and hope his search reaches an end soon too. In the meantime, perhaps we could do a rejection letter stack comparison?