Blog Post: RANDOM MUSINGS OF A MANIAC

1-       Number 1 reason people can’t find a job.  Failure to follow simple directions in the posting.  It is mind-boggling.

2-       Many job seekers have left past employers with little or no notice, failed to show up for work one day, or actually told the boss to go ‘shove it’.  Not good for recommendations and even worse to mention in the interview.

3-       We had someone mention ‘Tent City’ as a past employer…No really!

4-       Please don’t stop at 7-11 and buy a ‘forty’ before you interview.

5-       One applicant was offered a job and then showed up for a drug screen with 107-degree pee…that is why you don’t use the microwaves at convenience stores.

6-       American Express- the worst credit card company in the world..See earlier post.  Sorry, I just keep picking that scab.

7-       The citizen outrage on the healthcare debate is no joke and the political capital President Obama is spending will strangle the rest of his agenda.

8-       Banks still are not lending and booking profits like a loan shark.

9-       If you use a staffing company in Arizona, you better make sure that they are checking ids and using E-verify.  You will be responsible also if they are not.  Sheriff Joe will be stopping by to interrupt your day.

10-   Resumes are overrated.  Spending time on the Internet sending your resume is not looking for a job, it is a ticket to continued unemployment.

We have had an uptick in business this week.  Companies that have cut back staff are looking for quality hires.  If you have a hopscotch background it is very difficult to compete in this market.  Face time with hiring managers either through industry contacts, friends or networking groups is a must.  If you have not been cultivating these relationships over the years, it may be too late to start.