Would It Be A Bad Thing If I Told People I'm Looking For A New Job?

[abbeylee90]

A colleuge said today he think my boss (checkout manager) would be on my side if he knew and I was looking and managers wouldn't care.

[newmodarmy]

//Abbey knows what happens at interviews.  She's been to many//

The process doesn't seem to have gone well though looking at the jobs she has ended up in and how things keep turning out for both the employee and employer.

[newmodarmy]

I bow to your perceived superior knowledge Naomi, although I get the impression you're digging your heels in now rather than seeing things as they really are.

[naomi24]

Her interviews couldn't  have gone too badly, NMA.  She's had enough jobs!

[Barsel]

Some time ago now, I decided not to post as much on here as it always seemed to be the same questions asked time after time, and it was getting really boring, but today I thought I would look in and guess what? The same questions are still being asked and getting an enormous amount of answers so nothing has changed. I expect the question of what I should wear is still being asked.

[Hazlinny]

Waiting for the kettle to boil, I'm thinking, Abbey, perhaps you should look for a job more suited to what you enjoy - as in a dress shop, shoe shop, nail salon, hairdresser, etc.  Training would be given and it would be a nicer environment. 😊

[THECORBYLOON]

NAOMI, many jobs need no experience but require certain competencies.

Someone could be able to quickly absorb the technical details of a job but if they're not punctual and not too concerned about the quality of the work produced or the service provided, they wouldn't be an ideal candidate.

[naomi24]

Barsel, you last posted a question almost two years ago.  If you're unhappy with other people's efforts perhaps you could consider posting something you do want to talk about.

[naomi24]

Corby, as I said, abbey knows what happens at interviews - and has often succeeded.

[newmodarmy]

//Her interviews couldn't  have gone too badly, NMA.  She's had enough jobs!//

Yes and no. The jobs she has had do not seem to have been  the right jobs for her or for the employers. Abbey and the interviewers need to do more to make sure she is being matched to a role she can do well in. There's no point in her being offered a job for which she doesn't meet the requirements.

 

[newmodarmy]

But if she gets this job and makes a great success of it and is still thriving in it in 12 months time, I'll happily eat humble pie.

[naomi24]

And there's no point in you repeatedly telling us what - in your opinion - those interviewers need to ask - is there now!  Abbey can't change it.

[newmodarmy]

 What about the jobs she hasn't got in the past and may not get in future because she fails the interview.? And how do you know the interviewer here won't ask the questions they should be asking and which I've suggested Abbey should prepare for?

And even if the interviewer doesn't ask them Abbey should be asking herself "do I really have those qualities or will I end up failing probation and having hours reduced because it's the wrong role for me". Does she really need another job that she's not suited to and all the worries that go with it?

[abbeylee90]

Haz no hairdresser will employ me now at my age apprentice is normally school leavers. I tried nails when I was younger didn't enjoy, I do enjoy fashion shops only problem is they part time unless you're a manager.

[abbeylee90]

New some people don't get every job they go for.

[Hazlinny]

22.22 I do think there are openings for mature students in hairdressing, Abbey.  Indeed, two trainees at the hairdresser I go to are married women probably in their late 20s.

[newmodarmy]

//New some people don't get every job they go for.//

I'm not sure what point you are trying to make, Abbey.

I know some (maybe many/most) people don't get every job they go for, but they can improve their chances of getting the right job by:

- matching their skills, abilities, competences and qualities to those required for the role, and also

- preparing as best you can for the application process and interviews so you can demonstrate you meet the key requirements.

Let's face it, the jobs you have been successful in applying for in recent years have rarely worked out well for you or the employer.

 

[abbeylee90]

No only b&m or mcdonalds.

[abbeylee90]

I need to make a decision if I want to go in for an interview for the one I went for a chat other day.

[Captain2]

Well make it! On your own.

[DDIL]

Your interview skills appear to be highly thought of so you have nothing to lose!