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post 1585148091 08-02-2019, 08:54 AM
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Just lost my job :l

"The company's moving in a different direction and you're not in that image, etc." The store manager allowed me their personal reference and no ill-will which is good. I'm not even mad, but in the meantime will turn in one or two applications a day and will start making tons of phone calls. Kinda wish like it was a few years ago where I could literally walk door to door and say hi, but everything's done online now so that method doesn't work anymore.

Any advise or insights on the written above misc? Essentially what I can do is any entry-level position since I'm a high school grad. Have cashier, shelf stocking, and labor experience. I have no real preference for any particular job, don't even mind working at a Walmart as long as the store itself is not tilted with inner-store politics, but I want nothing to do with money or medicine. Thanks for reading.
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post 1585148301 08-02-2019, 08:56 AM
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Sorry to hear that OP.

How old are you? If you just need a minimum wage job you can literally find one within a day.
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How do you get fired from a basic minimum wage job? Srs. That's actually impressive
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As a University educated miscer, I suggest going to trade school or becoming an apprentice if you aren't currently engaged in any academic endeavors. Obtaining on the job training and then translating that into certifications/leadership roles that command a hire rate of pay should be a large consideration factor for your future. Sales is also a great path, but it can be difficult to enter the "right" type of sales role based on the situation you described.

Keep researching roles that are becoming more and more popular based on technology as well if on the job training/trades don't seem very appealing.
post 1585148561 08-02-2019, 09:00 AM
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Be a waiter
Get some bitch
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Deliver pizza.

I was making around 20/hr in college (with the fuel calculation taken out of that number) delivering pizzas. It was actually a fun job where time flies and you dont even have to be nice to the people you are delivering to like a server because they already have the tip ready.
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Go join your local union and pick a trade. Don't waste your life languishing in retail that chit is the absolute worst type of job you can have for any type of advancement.
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Bro seriously, I worked tons of retail jobs, how the fuk do you get fired? We used to call in sick damn near once a week and never got fired
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If you haven't already, get a LinkedIn profile and start networking on there. There are tons of recruiters on there as well that can assist, along with job opportunities.

Also, one mistake people make when they lose a job is that they don't network with friends or family out of embarrassment of losing a job. Gotta get over that and network with these people since they will be the people who will help you the most.

Unfortunately, submitting your resume online, a cold submission, is really difficult because your resume basically gets lost in the shuffle and most likely does not stand out among the large number of applicants. Still need to do it, but this is why networking helps, because you can get your face out there and speak with someone directly. You don't necessarily need interviews either. Try setting up coffee/lunch meetings and pick people's brains, see if they have any opportunities for you or if they know someone who can help. Try not to leave these meetings without a name or a new lead.
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Sorry to hear man. Is my job, msg me and i'll see what I can do to help; resume, approach, strategy, etc.


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9 out of 10 jobs are through connections. Sending cold resumes takes on average of 72 applications.

Apply for factory work? They seem to be hiring, lots of overtime options it seems.
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Originally Posted By devin45k
Deliver pizza.

I was making around 20/hr in college (with the fuel calculation taken out of that number) delivering pizzas. It was actually a fun job where time flies and you dont even have to be nice to the people you are delivering to like a server because they already have the tip ready.
Hang in there OP. I got fired from my first job out of college at a bank. Terrible company srs. Getting fired from that job was one of the best things that ever happened to me even though I didn't see it at the time.
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post 1585153051 08-02-2019, 09:59 AM
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1-2?

bro you can totally do 5-7 within a two hours.
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You will be fine, happens to lots of people.

Before you waste a lot ot time applying, read this. Craigslist is where you want to go. Real people hiring for real jobs. Just remember that if it sounds too good to be true, it is.

https://www.craigslist.org/about/bes...101949754.html

Basically it talks about having a resume tailored to the job ypu want, pretty basic stuff and should be simple for your needs. Also a cover letter. Just another page on your resume that actually says why you are excited about the position.

Sounds like a bit of work but it will put your stuff on top of the stack instead in the mountain with all the others. This guys method works, I have used it a number of times with success.
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post 1585156321 08-02-2019, 10:50 AM
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Originally Posted By NukYavlen
Sorry to hear that OP.

How old are you? If you just need a minimum wage job you can literally find one within a day.
22yo. Not mininum wage. No shame in the bottom of the bucket job like a carwash if that's all you can find/do, but I've been there and done that. I wish for a long term career, a forever job type deal.
Originally Posted By Hatemee
How do you get fired from a basic minimum wage job? Srs. That's actually impressive
Most leading American grocers and drug stores have a "I understand that by signing/clicking "I AGREE" button that my position in a company can be terminated with or without cause" policy of some sorts. I was told the company was moving in a different direction, as in they didn't explain why. I was an overnight shelf stocker at a smaller store. Despite air conditioning and dressing lightly, I broke sweat for 8-10 hours a day for 40 hour weeks. Earned employee of the month a couple of times too. I honestly couldn't tell you a definitive reason.
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Originally Posted By keanhe
As a University educated miscer, I suggest going to trade school or becoming an apprentice if you aren't currently engaged in any academic endeavors. Obtaining on the job training and then translating that into certifications/leadership roles that command a hire rate of pay should be a large consideration factor for your future. Sales is also a great path, but it can be difficult to enter the "right" type of sales role based on the situation you described.

Keep researching roles that are becoming more and more popular based on technology as well if on the job training/trades don't seem very appealing.
Am definitely interested in becoming tradie scumWouldn't mind being a clerk at a crappy liquor store if that's what's available during this next chapter of my life. I'm not picky. My only criteria is no dead-end minimum wage entry-level positions. The last thing I need is to look like a job-hopper on my resume with a seasonal job at a fast food joint that I up and left out of frustration in three months.
Originally Posted By SolidLager
Be a waiter
Wouldn't mind this.
Originally Posted By devin45k
Deliver pizza.

I was making around 20/hr in college (with the fuel calculation taken out of that number) delivering pizzas. It was actually a fun job where time flies and you dont even have to be nice to the people you are delivering to like a server because they already have the tip ready.
Wouldn't mind this. Don't have a license though, I'm still having trouble learngin how to park.
Originally Posted By TBO1313
Go join your local union and pick a trade. Don't waste your life languishing in retail that chit is the absolute worst type of job you can have for any type of advancement.
What's the formal name for a local union? Or would I just go to my city's website and/or city hall and look there?
Originally Posted By Hatemee
Bro seriously, I worked tons of retail jobs, how the fuk do you get fired? We used to call in sick damn near once a week and never got fired
You're lucky. Every job I've had a "if you call out more than three times you're fired" policy :l
Originally Posted By adigiro1
If you haven't already, get a LinkedIn profile and start networking on there. There are tons of recruiters on there as well that can assist, along with job opportunities.

Also, one mistake people make when they lose a job is that they don't network with friends or family out of embarrassment of losing a job. Gotta get over that and network with these people since they will be the people who will help you the most.

Unfortunately, submitting your resume online, a cold submission, is really difficult because your resume basically gets lost in the shuffle and most likely does not stand out among the large number of applicants. Still need to do it, but this is why networking helps, because you can get your face out there and speak with someone directly. You don't necessarily need interviews either. Try setting up coffee/lunch meetings and pick people's brains, see if they have any opportunities for you or if they know someone who can help. Try not to leave these meetings without a name or a new lead.
Very elaborate response. Will consider.
Originally Posted By Dan916
9 out of 10 jobs are through connections. Sending cold resumes takes on average of 72 applications.

Apply for factory work? They seem to be hiring, lots of overtime options it seems.
Factory work isn't a bad idea for me. I don't mind tedious and as long as I serve a purpose in my community I really don't care what I do as long as I can potentially maintain my position there for a long time.
Originally Posted By RainingBlood
1-2?

bro you can totally do 5-7 within a two hours.
Not sure if scheduling three interviews in a single day for five days straight is my thing. I'll step it up to three though. Thanks for one upping me RainingBlood
Originally Posted By Lefticle
Hang in there OP. I got fired from my first job out of college at a bank. Terrible company srs. Getting fired from that job was one of the best things that ever happened to me even though I didn't see it at the time.
Everything happens for a reason
Originally Posted By crupiea
You will be fine, happens to lots of people.

Before you waste a lot ot time applying, read this. Craigslist is where you want to go. Real people hiring for real jobs. Just remember that if it sounds too good to be true, it is.

https://www.craigslist.org/about/bes...101949754.html

Basically it talks about having a resume tailored to the job ypu want, pretty basic stuff and should be simple for your needs. Also a cover letter. Just another page on your resume that actually says why you are excited about the position.

Sounds like a bit of work but it will put your stuff on top of the stack instead in the mountain with all the others. This guys method works, I have used it a number of times with success.
Thanks for the tips on the cover letter. I knew how to google and check my city's website but damn never knew that craigslist job oppurtunities weren't just limited to "escorting".
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post 1585159171 08-02-2019, 11:38 AM
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Go on the IBEW's website and search for the local in your area. All unions (i.e. pipefitters, electrical, teamsters, etc.) have locals. You need to get out of retail bro that chit is for the birds. At your age you need to buckle down and get a real career... you'll blink and be 30. Don't waste your 20's floating.
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Tradie here, if you have labor experience then thats already a foot in the door to industry. Save some money up and look for a pre employment certificate. After that then become an apprentice and get indentured so they can pay for the remaining school. Good luck op, also check with your local government office-- they might have some booklets on resume and cover letter tips.
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If you need something quick, try local businesses, you’d be surprised how many Now Hiring signs are up. Check Craigslist for factory assembly stuff or liquor and convenience stores always need cashiers
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try a temp agency or recruiting firm.

pros
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Weird, both my best friend and my brother lost their jobs in the past week.
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Sorry to hear brah, maybe post your location and someone on the misc might know of a job in your area?
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Originally Posted By hatemee
how do you get fired from a basic minimum wage job? Srs. That's actually impressive
lol
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Sorry to hear it OP, but I have good news!

You picked a great time to get laid off, the economy is booming and everywhere is hiring right now srs If it was 2014 or so, Id say good luck youre probably fukked, that chit was crazy. Not so anymore, start blasting out resumes and you'll get a bite everyone needs help rn
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Originally Posted By SpeculatorSam
"The company's moving in a different direction and you're not in that image, etc." The store manager allowed me their personal reference and no ill-will which is good. I'm not even mad, but in the meantime will turn in one or two applications a day and will start making tons of phone calls. Kinda wish like it was a few years ago where I could literally walk door to door and say hi, but everything's done online now so that method doesn't work anymore.

Any advise or insights on the written above misc? Essentially what I can do is any entry-level position since I'm a high school grad. Have cashier, shelf stocking, and labor experience. I have no real preference for any particular job, don't even mind working at a Walmart as long as the store itself is not tilted with inner-store politics, but I want nothing to do with money or medicine. Thanks for reading.
Go to a trade union or walk onto construction sites with boots, hardhat, vest, tools. Could also Apply to maintain golf courses. Wake up at 4am to cut grass. Most peaceful job ever. I'm actually in the same boat myself. Should take my own advice. Ayyyyyy
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Update: Thank y'all soo much for the suggestions misc. So far, I have turned in three applications and have already gotten a bite from staffing agency.
Originally Posted By Fuqdatass
If you need something quick, try local businesses, you’d be surprised how many Now Hiring signs are up. Check Craigslist for factory assembly stuff or liquor and convenience stores always need cashiers
I like me some local businesses.
Originally Posted By DAN137
Sorry to hear brah, maybe post your location and someone on the misc might know of a job in your area?
The above have already made a ton of great suggestions. Not sharing my exact location on an anonymous forum, that's how people get killed.
Originally Posted By knightofday
Sorry to hear it OP, but I have good news!

You picked a great time to get laid off, the economy is booming and everywhere is hiring right now srs If it was 2014 or so, Id say good luck youre probably fukked, that chit was crazy. Not so anymore, start blasting out resumes and you'll get a bite everyone needs help rn
Yeah. I remember trying for jobs in 2017, literally hustled applications for 8 months straight.
Originally Posted By l2ambo
Go to a trade union or walk onto construction sites with boots, hardhat, vest, tools. Could also Apply to maintain golf courses. Wake up at 4am to cut grass. Most peaceful job ever. I'm actually in the same boat myself. Should take my own advice. Ayyyyyy
Cutting grass sounds nice.
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Waiters in Manhattan make 120K per year if you get into the right joint
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My 2 cents:

- First, what is done is done. Enjoy your weekend and get back to work next week.

- Second, what is your location? You are 22 so are you going to college? Need details on living situation.

- Third, like other posters said, getting into a trade and networking on LinkedIn are great options.

- Sites like Udemy where you can learn programming or what ever else interests you are fantastic resources and it will help get your foot in the door to a job that you can actually advance in.
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