I can't get a job ,I'm so upset about it all

[catsanddogss]

I've been unemployed for 4 weeks now
I have applied for everything and I've only had 2 interviews.
1 I didn't get and the other I don't think I will either.
I have a updated CV
I write a personalised cover letter

I just feel so down
Had to sign on today and honestly I could have cried.
I hate it
I want a full time job and earn my own money
I'm terrified it won't happen
I'm 36 so I know there's a lot more younger prospects
I'm looking for admin roles but I would also do retail too.
I just feel so useless when I get rejected
I feel not good enough

I just want someone to tell me I will work again ?
I will get a job won't I ?

Don't lose heart. The interviews and offers may come in thick and fast. It's like buses- nothing for ages then 3 at once! Can you temp? X

Yes you will, four weeks is a really short time. Two interviews in that time frame is great, shows you have desirable skills.
it will work out.

Things are really really tough right now. Lots of places interviewing for jobs they're not sure they're actually hiring for. Lots of places who already have internal hires that have to go through the process just to show 'fairness'.

I'm sure you're doing everything right. Hang in there, it will happen at some point. Use your spare time to upskill - that way you can add to your CV and feel like you are accomplishing things. Lots of free things online via Google, Linkedin etc.

Have you tried signing on with a temp agency?

Of course you will find something again, just keep trying. It's a numbers game, the more applications the more interviews the higher the chance of an offer but it is so demoralising.

Have you considered signing up with an agency? You can normally get temp admin type roles quickly and it could even lead to a permanent offer. At the very least it will get a bit of money in and give you something to focus on rather than the monotony of the job search

why did you leave last job?

Recruitment drops off a cliff in the school holidays in most industries as so many people are away.

Tbh, 4 weeks is no time at all and two interviews in that period is really good going. My DH has been looking since April, in a field where he used to get multiple interviews per week but the market has really dried up and he's not even had an interview.

Ten years ago I was unemployed and I could barely find a thing to apply to in my field, it took me 6 months in which time I only got 8 interviews but I always knew I would get something.

I've also just started a new job after looking for 3 months. I got a LOT more interviews this time but it took a while to land something .

It really is really days. It is possible it will take a couple of months but honestly that's not that long, you will get there.

You’ve had 2 interviews in 4 weeks that’s not too bad going. There are people on the Dole for years who get no acknowledgement at all. It’s only been 4 weeks.

@kimchi81the company went into administration and closed

I think 2 interviews in 4 weeks is really positive. Don't be downhearted, you WILL find something - as others have said, it's quiet in the summer. I would also echo maybe finding an agency, rather than CV scraper sites like Indeed etc though. I don't think half of the advertised jobs on there exist...!

I'm unemployed right now and I spend as much time working on my PMA ( positive mental attitude) as my job applications and interview prep, it's just as important if not more so as if i give in to the negative mindset every time I get a reject, I'll give up.

It is REALLY tough out there, more than I've ever known in my career to date (25y). This can actually be interpreted as a positive, it's not you, it's the market...and bad markets don't last forever.

It's a numbers game, just keep going and you'll get something eventually although there may be a bit of a wait.

That is really tough.
Don't be too fussy about what you apply for/take. Even if it's not related to your skill set, you can gain experience and transferrable skills. Good luck!

Also agree re time of year, summer holidays are always slow

10x rule, whatever you're doing multiply by 10 and you'll see bigger results faster.

Aim to have a job by the time you've applied for 150 jobs. You'll have one before you get to 150.

Go to shops that aren't advertising, ask if you can leave your CV. Contact companies directly. Search LinkedIn jobs. Go on a new job site you haven't been on before. Call recruitment agencies and ask to get on their books. Contact ALL the places who you applied with and ask for feedback on why you didn't get the job.

Good luck, you've got this.

how does that rule if you’re job hunting all day and already doing all of that?

it doesn’t

what american work coach made up that rule?

Yes, realistically this month will be quiet, so don't despair. What industry are you in and what is your skillset,@catsanddogss ?

When all the schools are gone back there’ll be more out there. Best of luck x