Degreed and unemployed
Just reading others' posts lets me know that I am not alone. I have a B.S. In Health Administration and an M.B.A. All I have wanted to do is be successful in life and move up within a company. After working for two companies taking a job with low wages just to get my foot in the door until I completed my education, I found myself being stuck and struggling to pay bills like crazy. Eventually I landed a job that paid me according to my educational level and due to a reorganization and budget cuts, my position was terminated. Now I am having problems finding work and I have tried everything. Don't people realize you MUST work! I'm willing to work and not stand on the street corner begging for God's sake! Give people work, especially if they have the experience and have been willing to get the education. It's so hard for people who have experience, but no degrees. It's also hard for people who have degrees, but no experience and it's hard for people who have both but are middle aged. For God's sake, what do employers want?
Tracy, have you considered teaching part time at a community college? The pay is awful, but it is a job. I also have an MBA. Mine is in Information Systems. I also have a BS in Math and a Secondary Teaching Credential. Unfortunately, employers don't want to pay us a "living wage." The woman who wrote about slavery and how corporations screw us is right.
Another suggestion would be to try getting a job in a non-profit health clinic. Keep smiling and I pray you find a job you really enjoy!
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Tracy, I'm also in the same position with three bright children who look up to me while I remain degreed with a contracted position which pays me 340.00 a month. However, I continue to tell them "Go to college because it will allow you a better way of life." This is so hypocritical.
Hi Tracy
Similar is my situation, in spite of having 18 years work experience with 6 years in the management and two master degrees I am unable to get a break in top management. Thank god at least I have experience in medical transcription, I am able to survive until I get a break in management.
Don't feel alone. We both are in the exact same boat.
As a former Company President allow me to lay out the unvarnished and unpalatable truth, which is that you are close to 50, the time that employers lay off people, because they are quickly heading for the highly expensive 'retirement package' which is a burden on all companies. Young people, though not experienced, cost much less to employ and are eager learners, plus they have maybe 25 years of relatively 'free work' before the shadow of retirement looms on the corporate horizon.
There is no protection against this, unless you own your own business or are self employed. The best thing for anyone nowadays is to consult an accountant about starting their own business because of this 'later in life' risk. It costs you a little more in the short term to be self employed, but at least your ARE employed, and when businesses are looking to downsize because the economy is 'tight', you are in less danger, because you cost less than many of the employees. They don't pick up your health package, retirement co-payments, etc.
The 'bottom line' is what its all about in business. So by being self employed, you are not directly 'in the line of fire'. From the employers point of view you are a much cheaper option.
So first, look at the costs of hiring you full time, long term, from the prospective of an employer and lay out the pros and cons. Then look at the same costs if they are hiring you in the capacity of a consultant.
So 'pitch' this view in a condensed version on the phone that will catch the attention of the interviewer. HE is seeking to find someone who is going to be less expensive for the company, YOU will stand out. YOU are what he needs. It will work.
Once you are face to face its up to you to sell yourself as a 'product', plain and simple.
Have you tried Seton Healthcare in Austin,TX? Baylor Scott & White in Austin , Round Rock, Temple, and Dallas? You actually answered your owned question. It is not you. Hiring managers do not know what they want. Having the same issue.
It's pretty discusting companies have all the rights this is what happens when we allow the corporate entities to now elect union's we need them in every industry we have no protections
Keep doing what you doing, A blessing will come. Mean while try other counties with in your state, Maybe a different state . Don't be limited within your area code.
Hi Tracy. I am truly saddened by your words. You did the time (Education) and you deserve a job.
I have been a pastor for many years and a Notary Public for the last 16 years. I have trained to help people sign loans for which I receive about $75 to $100. Per signing. The work is slowing down due to the angst about the election, but it will pick up after the election. I tell you this because it takes very little time to become a Notary and little time to become a Notary Signing Agent. So for a small investment you can be working and meeting people you would never otherwise meet. Perhaps you will meet the next business person who will hire you on the spot.
Anyway, I will send up a prayer for your future work. God knows your need. He will come through for you.