Help, I'm in the same boat
So I am in the same boat as many. I taught for 14 years and had to get out before I lost my mind, so to speak. I have 3 college degrees, 30 years experience, and I get all the time " you don't meet out experience" or some BS like that. I am almost 50 and can't even get an interview for a bartender or administrative assistant. Even though I did their job 20 years ago and could run circles around them. I am trying to get my son through college and yes I have tried everything you could think of. I have my license in real estate but can't afford the fees. I am bankruptcy phase, luckily my family is helping but makes me feel beyond helpless. No idea what else to do.
I went to my school the other day, and spent some time with the career people. She told me the big problem was my resume. I suspect it is your problem as well.
Hi John! Thanks so much for sharing with the community. At this point, it may seem like your experience is holding you back, but there are steps you can take to make your experience work for you. Making several resumés that are tailored to different jobs and industries can help you both cast a wide job-seeking net while targeting specific jobs that you have a particular interest in. Take a look at your current resumé and Jobcase profile to locate some keywords and trends that can point you in the direction of several different industries. I noticed the keyword "Project Management" in your Jobcase profile and took the liberty of searching for Project Management jobs in your area. You can find the results of that search here: (http://www.jobcase.com/jobs/search?q=Project+Management&l=Dallas%2C+TX&r=25&ex=1&group=&sources%5B%5D=CB&sources%5B%5D=ID&sources%5B%5D=GD&sources%5B%5D=JC). I hope this helps you get started!
Hang in there bud,Is all I can say.I completely know what your going through man.I was a Regional Manager for Pilot Travel Centers for 13yrs.I got throat cancer and had to resign my contract.I was only out of commition a yr & a half.But my last interview I was told Im to over qualified for the position and wouldn't be happy.Bullcrap I'd be tickled pink.right now I'm in college getting my doctorate in General Family and Child Phycology.You need to go ahead and look into that bro.Because with all your degrees the college I'm getting my doctorate from Des transfer credits.They transferred 15Credits for me.So I'll hav my doctorate in 3yrs instead of four.And I just started.Plus once out of college find a Jb that Des tuition reimbursement.And get the max student loan to kinda help you get buy.