Since last March 7th, 2019 I have been searching for a job in my field of Respiratory Care. I have worked in this field since 1996. I was retired by my hospital due to circumstances that would take time to explain. I was a great employee, and those that worked with me give me a hug every time they see me. The hospital will not consider me for anything, and I am in an area that is tied up with a huge company that controls the decent paying jobs. I was never reprimanded for having a conflict with coworker, patient or manager.
Edison Community college, in Florida was the college I attended. Before that I was homeless due to a devastating situation in my family that all but killed me. I lost everything. What was it? Well, after 18 years of marriage I discovered that my husband was a pedophile. This happened in Florida where I lived for 26 years.
After, recovering that devastating blow I started college, got a part time job and walked to work. I got a small efficiency type apartment, studied and prayed. I was nearing 40 years old, but did not give up. I found a organization that put in a good word for me. They helped me get grants, which helped pay for school. I had two clinical outfits. I was not on the level I should have been, but that didn't stop me. I prayed for my mind to be opened to learning, and after making a 26 on a physics test, I was embarrassed, but I didn't stop. I sat on the edge of my bed and studied till as they say, a light bulb came on. I ended up with a B at the end of that semester. Two years went by and I never missed one day of class. In the end I won the Directors Award, for outstanding effort.
I just want to get back into what I worked so hard for, even part-time. I cannot take travel jobs, due to custody of a great grandson, hes 10 years old this month. I do have a BS in Business Administration, that I acquired while working as a therapist. I went to fast track classes at Milligan College, graduating in 2004 at the age of 48 years old. So, why am I writing this? It is to show that you should never, ever give up, because thru faith and persistence you will succeed in the end.
I’m glad I was directed to your thread because the spiraling down in my spirits since having been laid off and thrust back into the job searching market is real. It is hard to see that light at the end of the tunnel when you are applying in this digital world of job applications and waiting for a response. And every interview I have to suppress the urge to think this is the one only to be disappointed when no response days later. Everyday I have to find the mental energy to keep going and try again.
Went to college at 38at 62 got a Master Degree now I rarely work 5 days in a month making 1800 and also have my own cleaning company at age 72
Amen
Go get it girl! It takes the will to achieve... It's all a mindset!
I don't think that the whole online employment process is a good idea. It's better to meet in person. Yes you can do some things online but face to face at some point is always better.
Wonderful spirit you have. If even 20% of the population had your motivation and perseverance the results would be astonishing.
You deserve an award.
Your words are encouraging. I needed to hear them myself. You know I just made 50 and it seemed so hard. I was laid off in November but I thank God for everything. My boss fought my unemployment but God showed me mercy. It is hard finding a job. I have Bachelor and Masters degree. But let me make you laugh on last Friday a recruiter called me. Her name was Jasmine. She said she had a big executive position for a Director. But she needed me to shorten my resume. I said ok. Haven't heard back from her. But I have been sending my resume around anyway. It took me all night to rearrange my resume. It wasn't even 24 hours and I have been getting responses. That was Sunday and got 2 calls on Monday. I pray that God blesses me soon. I am already grateful to him.
Amen! God is so good!
Wow! I am inspired by your story in the deepest way! Thank you so much for sharing!!!
I hear you Dalove, just when one gets comfortable, life does what it does best, changes. Yes, this is a very technical world and overwhelming to keep up with. You might have to take a job that might not be a good fit for a while. If you do, be thinking about your next move. Should I take classes to refresh what I already do, or change to a new field of work. Lots of people change direction in their line of work at different times in their life. Hope this may help, its the way I think. Never, give up on yourself, because you do have potential that is yet to be discovered. Keep planning your next move and best of luck.