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Comment on When all else fails…what next? by Kenneth

Kenneth — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:26:59 +0000

Hey,

I have an idea for your husband. From only what you have written he sounds like a hard working man. Clearly he has a ton of experience in his industry. The economy today demands that businesses become as effecient as possible. Due to your husband’s knowledge of the industry he must be able to think of ways the industry could go green or save money in one way or another. I suggest he become a consultant for agencies in the card making business looking to become more efficient. Lets face it he has been applying in the right fashion for a while, business won’t hire him unless he can make them money or save them money. The inspiration from this comment came from the blog with a link below. I wish you and your husband the best of luck in your future endevours.

http://msn.careerbuilder.com/Article/MSN-2054-Job-Search-Try-Before-You-Buy-How-to-Get-a-Job-that-Doesnt-Exist/?sc_extcmp=JS_2054_home1&SiteId=cbmsnhp42054&ArticleID=2054>1=23000&cbRecursionCnt=1&cbsid=18e6ace373b448efbec10388331aa896-309621672-ws-6

Comment on Career Development for Clients with Significant Barriers: The Creative Job Search by Lesa Caskey

Lesa Caskey — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:44:08 +0000

Elisabeth, you are an inspiration to all of us who work with clients with employment barriers. I am so grateful to have found and befriended Chris on Twitter to connect us all together. It’s officially a boon in my book!

Comment on When all else fails…what next? by Chris

Chris — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:52:01 +0000

Hmmm, I’ll have to think about this some more and I feel like I really should express that not knowing the situation in more depth it may not be the perfect solution. However….
I guess one thing to consider could also be volunteering. I know that his skills are not as easily transferred to a volunteering role but with some creative thinking there might be a place. I thinking of this as a primarily motivational tool rather than a job opportunity. This comes mainly from your comment that “it’s important he continue to feel like a productive contributing member of the family and society.” While a job is obviously the ultimate goal I feel there is often a need for assistance that isn’t directly job search related. Something that would enable a sense of fulfillment, make a difference, or of making a contribution. Reading this back I guess he could also look at mentoring or assisting at a technical college.
I guess it’s kind of like when you are ill in hospital for a long time it’s nice just to get out of the situation and see the sky. Perhaps some non-jobsearch activities could have the same effect, plus it wouldn’t look bad omn a resume to explain what was happening in the meantime.

Comment on When all else fails…what next? by Felicia Vaughn

Felicia Vaughn — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 02:59:41 +0000

Wow! It sounds like your spouse is doing everything that can be done. The one thing that wasn’t mentioned and you may already be doing it, is to pray. I love the verse in Genesis 39:23 it says, “….because the Lord was with Joseph and gave him success in whatever he did”. We, too, may think that our success comes from the work of our own hands, but in reality God delivers us through His mighty work into times of famine and times of success. If we are His, He does it for our good. I thank God that you seem to have a loving, healthy, and optimistic husband. Use this time as a couple to pray together in Jesus’ name and ask God what His will is for your husband’s career. Read His word together. Seek His guidance in this matter. I try to always remember to pray for my career clients. God cares about everything we do. God bless!

Comment on Stuck by Chris

Chris — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 19:12:53 +0000

I know what you mean. I noticed that I needed to break some stagnation problems early this year and so I’ve just made sure I keep trying new things, mostly to keep my brain in learning and active mode.
The thing I find hardest has always been the physical things so I’ve taken beginners classes in pilates, kung-fu and aerobics and last week just started a beginners class in Scottish Dancing. What’s more, I’ve had a lot of fun along the way.

Comment on The “Un” unemployed by Lisa

Lisa — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 04:04:06 +0000

This is so powerful. I know so many career professionals who spouses or adult children are unemployed and struggling. They too share stories of watching helplessly and wondering how to balance caring, helping and feel frustrated. And you are right, there is little support for these ‘un’ unemployed [perhaps a need you could respond to?]. Thank you for so honestly sharing your story, reaching out a hand to the ‘un’ unemployed, and reminding those of us in the field that this important group needs support too. Take care of yourself.

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Top 5 Posts for July | The WorkNET — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 13:26:01 +0000

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Comment on The “Un” unemployed by Sharon

Sharon — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 20:24:46 +0000

I couldn’t believe that I was reading this story written by someone other than myself. I also help individuals find employment and yet my husband lost his job July, 08.

All I can say is thanks for writing your version of my story. Good luck.
Sharon

Comment on Career Development for Clients with Significant Barriers: The Creative Job Search by May Forsyth

May Forsyth — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 14:09:02 +0000

I work with the long term unemployed and it’s great to be able to keep in touch with all the Worknet offers-just to remind you of the how and why – keeping it all fresh!