Anyone jobless for a long time before?

Hello everyone, a long time lurker here. Just want to share to encourage you guys.

I got a job today, but it had been a long journey for me. I was a fresh grad, but jobless for 8 months before i secured my job today. In the 8 months, i applied for over 100 jobs, but only managed to get 7 interviews. My university (not one of the top 3 unis) sucked and did not advise the cohort for the job search, which made it a little harder. I hope i can piece some tips here for you guys, that it took me 8 months (and 7 interviews) to learn from:

1. If asked to do personality test, do not fill it up honestly. Do the test based on what you believe the organisation seeks. Most companies would want someone who is collaborative, and works well in a team.

2. During interviews, be the best version of yourself. I tried being more sanguine a few times, but the interview did not work in my favor. Stay genuine by being yourself.

3. Prepare for scenario based questions, always have a scenario ready. Eg. Give an example of when you lead a team of different stakeholders. You can prep for these questions from glassdoor as well.

4. ask at least 2 questions at the end of the interview (not including "when will i know the results of the interview"). ask more questions from their answer for your prepared questions.

I know what it was like having to look for jobs, and continuously going out for interviews. It was pretty demoralising period for me, and i believe for most of you, especially with the job market getting worse. But press on, you'll never know when you will get the job like me.

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Hello everyone, a long time lurker here. Just want to share to encourage you guys.

I got a job today, but it had been a long journey for me. I was a fresh grad, but jobless for 8 months before i secured my job today. In the 8 months, i applied for over 100 jobs, but only managed to get 7 interviews. My university (not one of the top 3 unis) sucked and did not advise the cohort for the job search, which made it a little harder. I hope i can piece some tips here for you guys, that it took me 8 months (and 7 interviews) to learn from:

1. If asked to do personality test, do not fill it up honestly. Do the test based on what you believe the organisation seeks. Most companies would want someone who is collaborative, and works well in a team.

2. During interviews, be the best version of yourself. I tried being more sanguine a few times, but the interview did not work in my favor. Stay genuine by being yourself.

3. Prepare for scenario based questions, always have a scenario ready. Eg. Give an example of when you lead a team of different stakeholders. You can prep for these questions from glassdoor as well.

4. ask at least 2 questions at the end of the interview (not including "when will i know the results of the interview"). ask more questions from their answer for your prepared questions.

I know what it was like having to look for jobs, and continuously going out for interviews. It was pretty demoralising period for me, and i believe for most of you, especially with the job market getting worse. But press on, you'll never know when you will get the job like me.

which local u haha

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which local u haha

one of the u that starts with 's'

Originally Posted by Unregistered

one of the u that starts with 's'

HAHA i same u as you. I also have loads of difficulty landing a job....

Originally Posted by Unregistered

HAHA i same u as you. I also have loads of difficulty landing a job....

if you are not apply for jobs relevant to your degree, i believe your highest chances are either management associate programs, or entry level general degree jobs (you can google them).

just be prepared to answer questions on why you are switching industry

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if you are not apply for jobs relevant to your degree, i believe your highest chances are either management associate programs, or entry level general degree jobs (you can google them).

just be prepared to answer questions on why you are switching industry

This is what I trying to do now, trying out entry level general degree jobs after not being able to secure something relevant to my area of study. But it seems that everywhere is competitive especially during this period. New batch of uni grads coming out soon too, need to compete with them

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This is what I trying to do now, trying out entry level general degree jobs after not being able to secure something relevant to my area of study. But it seems that everywhere is competitive especially during this period. New batch of uni grads coming out soon too, need to compete with them

You unemployed for how long ?

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You unemployed for how long ?

About 5 months. Couldn't get a perm job since graduation. Was doing contract job which ended in last year Oct. But have been actively looking for a more secure perm job since last year May after learning that my job cannot become perm.

how's everyone doing? hope you all persevere and hang in there...in these uncertain times with the covid19 affecting job market will be a bit difficult for private sector since some firms have already started their hire freeze, but just keep applying and trying guys! i am in the same process so just wanted to boost morale

Originally Posted by Unregistered

how's everyone doing? hope you all persevere and hang in there...in these uncertain times with the covid19 affecting job market will be a bit difficult for private sector since some firms have already started their hire freeze, but just keep applying and trying guys! i am in the same process so just wanted to boost morale

Only had 1 interview this year even though applying jobs everyday. Didnt get that job too.