This is actually my first post in this group. I enjoy writing but I usually take my time to study a group so I can be sure of what the mood is. Thank God this is a group of serious minded individuals. I respect people on this platform that use this as a forum to reach out with respect and encourage others especially in their career struggle. I want to reaffirm the positive power of giving someone a referral. Many of us in this group are still unemployed today, even after about five months of rigorous job search, not because we are not qualified, but because the employer is waiting for someone to say he/she is good. With all my qualifications, I still get application responses like..."sorry , we have decided to proceed to the next stage with other candidates". You start wondering, what other higher qualifications, skills and experiences can you have. It boils down to REFERRAL. ...Please someone should try my IQ, hardwork and dedication and report back to this group. ..... I love working with people, excellent with youth activities, public speaker, writer, presenter, customer service , HR generalist, 15 years banking experience.. above all, great interpersonal skills,....I'm waiting to be discovered. ...Thanks everyone.