Can't seem to find a job
Been looking for month now I am 49 years old been working all my life had to leave my current job do to over activity bladder got better with meds now I been feeling out applications on line till my fingers are numb no response as of 12/ 19/2018 can't even get a dishwasher Job wtf I worked on trucks for 13 years try applying for that type of work I think my age plays a big part of no response employer's think once you approach 50 you are over the hill I have plenty of energy my not as strong as I once was truck parts are hevey now rent is due at the end of the month no money no job can't even apply for food stamps can anyone help with a job of any kind I am desperately in need of one loosing hope may have to live in my van things look so bleek right now
Hi Joe Lund I am glad to hear you are feeling better!
If you feel exhausted from looking for a full-time position it might be time to step back and consider taking a gig job. It’s a great way to start earning money right away while you continue to search.
You are even able to set your hours and be your own boss!
Check out some gigs you can land NOW and start working
• [Instacart] (https://careers.instacart.com/openings/) (shop and deliver groceries) Great for people who like structure, organization, and those little details. You can also make tips!
• [Rover] (https://www.rover.com/become-a-sitter/?ref=header) (get paid to play with dogs) Perfect for those who love animals! Not a dog person? No worries, you can also pick and choose which types of pets you would like to work with. Learn how to make the most money with your Rover experience [here] (https://www.thesimpledollar.com/how-to-make-money-dog-sitting-through-rover/) in this article.
• [Doordash] (https://www.doordash.com/dasher/signup/) (food delivery) Bring home the bacon for yourself and for others in this role where you can make over $10 an hour delivering food from local restaurants.
• [Lyft] (https://www.lyft.com/driver) (driver) Love to drive? You can get paid for it! New drivers have options to earn some really great cash bonuses. Set your own hours and drive when YOU want to! No car? No problem you can also rent one from Lyft's rental program. Find out more info [here] (https://help.lyft.com/hc/en-us/sections/360000293648-Express-Drive-Rental-Car-Program)
• [Amazon Flex] (https://flex.amazon.com/?) (package delivery) Set your own hours and use your own vehicle to deliver packages for Amazon. You can make upwards of $18-25 per hour!
If you’re interested in working from home here are a few positions I can recommend!
• Convergys - Full and part-time job opportunities with benefits and a Veteran Family program for eligible employees. Click HERE to learn more and apply.
• Concentrix - Customer Support Services offered via Virtual Call Center. Click HERE for more details and application information.
• Sykes - Employees receive paid training, health benefits, monthly bonus incentives, and career advancement opportunities. Click HERE to search for jobs and apply today.
• TeleTech - Offers many customer service jobs at call centers across the U.S., the company also hires at-home workers. Click HERE to search for job openings an application information.
• KellyConnect - technical and customer support jobs. Click HERE to search for job openings.
• TTech - Customer Service phone support. Click HERE for more details.
• Conduent - Customer Service Representatives (Technical Support) - jobs available in a limited number of US states. Click HERE for more details.
• Working Solutions - Click HERE for more information.
• Language Solutions - Interpreter services in a variety of languages. Click HERE for more job details and application information.
For other Work From Home Options please refer to FlexJobs article 100 Companies Offering Work From Home Jobs in 2018*
Wishing you the best in your job search!
Don't give up. Keep up the hope.