Debts in the City. A Modern Girls Guide to Life in 2009. My story.

laura2481

I would totally try to sort yourself out rather than rely on an agency. Companies will always go for the cheapest option, especially in the current climate! I know it's a bit sneaky but what about when the agency contacts you about a position at such and such company you say you are not interested- but then contact them yourself? So the company doesn't have to pay a fee, you may look even more enticing! Just a thought-don't know if it would work

ps. interestlingly,the position I am waiting to hear if I got or not (a year down the line :rotfl:) was a recruitment agency. Says something doesn't it when they can't even respond to applicants to their jobs!

blondiedebtfree

Thanks ladies.

Its just so frustrating, i guess im panicking today. It really knocks your confidence as you cant help but think their is something wrong with me???

I've had another row with Sparky too, i was upset and called him to tell him about the job and he yelled at me and put the phone down. Serious troll behaviour. I texted him asking him why hes being so mean and he said 'putting the phone down isnt mean'. !!!!!!???!!!:eek: Im on the verge of smashin his head in.

Promptly told him that us 'making a go' of things is not working and told him to leave me alone.

Seriously having a shocker for a day aren't i? :rolleyes:

Ive found three jobs on Guardian jobs to apply for so will do that today. If i have another one of my friends email me saying 'DO TEMP WORK' i might actually explode all over the (now clean) kitchen floor. Ive told every agency im willing to do temp work, as as there are so many qualified temps out there im at the bottom of the pile.

ARHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
*screaming to try to release anger so not to explode*

Might have to sink low enough to put Enrique Iglesias 'I will survive' song on.
" i will survive, i will make it through, i will survive i will get over youuuuuuuuuuuuu':D

poddle911

blondiedebtfree wrote: »

Just emailed the useless recruitment agent and he finally replies, the vacancy is being given to someone internally.

Im never going to get a job.:eek:

Course you are! It's just tough times at the moment. You've obviously got the skills and a great CV if you're getting interviews. Just remember, each one is a step closer to getting a job.:T

Righto, that's the sensible stuff out the way. I'm sprawled out on the floor with my kitty, Jasper (who is doing his best impression of a starfish) and trying not think about food. Damn, too late, I'm off to eat something - what do you call a meal between brunch and lunch? Maybe it could be delayed elevenses...

poddle911

blondiedebtfree wrote: »

If i have another one of my friends email me saying 'DO TEMP WORK' i might actually explode all over the (now clean) kitchen floor. Ive told every agency im willing to do temp work, as as there are so many qualified temps out there im at the bottom of the pile

OMG, tell me about it! I know I shouldn't laugh, but you have do have a way with words *confidence boost alert* I was made redundant just before Christmas (nice!) and I swear my friends think I'm just sitting around in my dressing gown, stuffing my face and watching daytime TV and it's JUST NOT TRUE! Well, not entirely true...

rosered1963

Hi Blondie and the ladies.

Just popped in to say hello. I am having a day a bit like yours - where are all the jobs?! I agree with the others about recruitment and temp agencies - I fear a lot of them are like parasites, so I avoid them - I want to go to the organ grinder direct - not the monkey!
I haven't been on here to chat with you and the ladies for a few days - real money trouble is looming, so I'm not feeling very positive- arghhh - I wish I could just take my younghusband and wait out the recession in Cyprus or somewhere like that. RR XXXX

laura2481

blondiedebtfree wrote: »

I've had another row with Sparky too, i was upset and called him to tell him about the job and he yelled at me and put the phone down. Serious troll behaviour. I texted him asking him why hes being so mean and he said 'putting the phone down isnt mean'. !!!!!!???!!!:eek: Im on the verge of smashin his head in.

Promptly told him that us 'making a go' of things is not working and told him to leave me alone.

Seriously having a shocker for a day aren't i? :rolleyes:

Troll Alert!
Seriously? Putting the phone down is just down right rude! Grrrrr. Silly Troll. Kick his butt good and proper when he gets home!

mrscmr

hi, just adding my tuppence worth...
snoring... OH snores so much some times i get the phone, dial his mobile no and record him snoring. then the next morning he has a voice mail message which is his own snoring. then he gets some idea of what i go through.
recruitment agencies - well i used to be a recruitment consultant in the 80's and it was very different. i recently sent my cv to an agency - they mailed me back after 2 weeks saying they had nothing for me.. welll how do they know what i want cos they certainly didnt ring to ask me. duh!

have a good day - there will be a job out there - it just needs to find u!

blondiedebtfree

poddle911 wrote: »

OMG, tell me about it! I know I shouldn't laugh, but you have do have a way with words *confidence boost alert* I was made redundant just before Christmas (nice!) and I swear my friends think I'm just sitting around in my dressing gown, stuffing my face and watching daytime TV and it's JUST NOT TRUE! Well, not entirely true...

Well the dressing gown and food thing is true......i mean why get dressed why you dont have too??

blondiedebtfree

rosered1963 wrote: »

Hi Blondie and the ladies.

Just popped in to say hello. I am having a day a bit like yours - where are all the jobs?! I agree with the others about recruitment and temp agencies - I fear a lot of them are like parasites, so I avoid them - I want to go to the organ grinder direct - not the monkey!
I haven't been on here to chat with you and the ladies for a few days - real money trouble is looming, so I'm not feeling very positive- arghhh - I wish I could just take my younghusband and wait out the recession in Cyprus or somewhere like that. RR XXXX

Hiya Rosered. Know exactly how you feel. Have no idea how to pay the bills. If you get a flight to cyprus i will be on that plane next to you. (hiding under the seat so not to pay the air fare).
I havent had a holiday abroad in years and i tell you i need one so badly right now. Ahhh the feeling off the sun on your skin. Toes in the sand. Hot waiters bringing you mojitos....

tilly2484

To cheer up those that need it and are crazy cat ladies watch this clip, it made me giggle! Ps am i allowed to post a clip? PLease don't let me be banned!!!!!!!!!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0ffwDYo00Q