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Post by Jeff Gerke on Feb 13, 2008 8:31:54 GMT -5
How goes the job search, you two?
Jeff
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Post by Divides the Waters on Feb 13, 2008 10:42:10 GMT -5
Still searching. The job I had my heart set on appeared again in the paper. I was ecstatic, until I called and found out that it was just a glitch of some sort. Meanwhile, there is nothing in the paper. We're doing everything we can to scrimp and save for a move, though at this point, we have no idea where it will be.
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Post by rwley on Feb 13, 2008 11:01:03 GMT -5
I am waiting to hear from two different places that I interveiwed with last week, but so far I haven't heard. Both have said they will contact me with a yes or no, so I have to assume I'm still in the running. Meanwhile, I still check out the jobsites and apply for those I can qualify for and God has so far managed to help us get the bills paid. Divides, I am still praying for you, too. Just don't give up on God. He will provide and He is always on time. Maybe not our time, but He's never late. I'm sure He has something wonderful in mind for you and yours. Hey, Jeff, thanks for asking. Is MLP hiring?
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Post by strangewind on Feb 13, 2008 12:18:19 GMT -5
I used to do development work for a "christian" (in quotes because it wasn't) organization, but was "laid off" (in quotes because I was fired, though they wouldn't say that) about two weeks after securing the organization's largest gift in history ($1M+). Once they had their money secure, they thought it was a good time to "be good stewards" and get rid of the fundraising staff (me.)
Losing work is a miserable blow, and being unemployed was a major strain. I'm sorry the work hasn't rolled up to your front door (yet) but, in addition to a applying for jobs and any other career positioning you can do in this time, it is also a good time to purge the last place of employment from your sytem. Even if it was a good job, keep in mind some of the annoying things about it that you don't have to do any more.
I'm not trying to be light. I'm just thinking of things that helped me the last time I was out of work.
Oh, by the way, I don't know where either of you live, but don't look for work in the paper anymore. Most newspapers reported a 40% drop in classified advertising last year. Most employers are using online services as their primary job listing methods. Your best bet is to check websites of local employers, as well as Monster.com and Career Builder. I'm sure you are already doing this but divides mentioned the paper (which may be a catch all for "job postings anywhere") so I thought I'd emphasize that.
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Post by Teskas on Feb 13, 2008 13:56:41 GMT -5
One of the hardest things to take about losing a job--apart from the hurt feelings--is the bubbling enthusiasm of your employed friends. Aren't they just a pain where it hurts?!!! Easy for them to be full of energy and "go get 'em" talk. But your friends (including us) mean well, and underneath all the chatter, are feeling your hurt, and will do so for as long as you are out of a job. So, I don't mean to add to your pain, if I add to some of the suggestions here. Don't forget Craigslist.org. A lot of small employers find it cheaper to advertise there. For Dividesthewaters... This is the Arizona writing/editing page. phoenix.craigslist.org/wri/Be sure to check it every day, if you haven't discovered it already. There are a huge turnover of ads there. If you have a master's degree, try cold calling on your local colleges. They often need adjunct professors, or tutors. Also, build your network. You might try putting yourself into circulation by volunteering with someone like United Way. They have contacts in the community. Try also going down to the Chamber of Commerce and make some friends there. They have committees that do charitable work, and need volunteers. When people get to know you, and see how reliable and effective you are, they remember you. Most good jobs are never advertised anyway. They are given by recommendation of friends. I'm not saying to go anywhere like this and put an invisible hammerlock on these people. Just give of yourself cheerfully without them feeling there is any pressure on them to make a return. God's response will be there--out of the blue, when you least expect it. Be sure to make up some personal calling cards, with your name address, telephone numbers, e-mail. Have them ready to hand out. You never know when someone asks you for your contact details. All the best. Both of you are in my church's prayers, as well as mine and my family's prayers.
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Post by Teskas on Feb 13, 2008 22:25:01 GMT -5
Please pray for Mary Pennington, who was unjustly dismissed from her employment last night. She has no family, and few resources. It will be hard for her to get a new job because she has little education and jobs in this area are not plentiful.
Pray also for the three people responsible for this injustice, that their hearts may be transformed.
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Post by strangewind on Feb 18, 2008 18:01:03 GMT -5
Hrmph. I'll pray for transformed hearts...with lightning bolts as back up, just in case.
What? What? It is His vengeance to repay, I just have a few ammunition suggestions.
I'm sorry, but I have a real heart for workplace injustices. Rest assured, I'm praying for Mary (and joking about the lightning. half-joking.)
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Post by Teskas on Feb 19, 2008 17:20:41 GMT -5
Elsewhere on this board we have been enjoying theological discussions which indirectly touch on the matter of lightening bolts.
Maybe this should be pursued there, but I'll put a short comment here. I think there is an instant penalty for this kind of conduct, and that is the terrible loss that comes with committing an injustice. One does not lose the love of God, of course, but one loses the sense of contact with His Presence. (At least that is my take on the matter.) That seems to me far worse than any lightening bolt.
However, on the subject of lightening bolts...I believe there is justice in this world, as well as the world to come. "Vengence is Mine, I will repay." (Heb 10:30) Be afraid, be very afraid--I know I am.
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Post by schoolml on Feb 19, 2008 23:49:20 GMT -5
Rwley (or divides),
No need to give a specific location, but I see you are located in TX. Anywhere generally close to Houston? If so, I might be able to help, God willing...
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Post by rwley on Feb 20, 2008 11:30:42 GMT -5
Nope, sorry, further north. But thanks for the offer.
Robi
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Post by Divides the Waters on Feb 20, 2008 19:29:52 GMT -5
Many thanks for the links and the prayers. I have not had a great deal of luck yet, but I am applying for a job that, if I were hired, would take me to Colorado Springs. Big, big switch from what I've been doing, but much more up my alley. I just worry that I don't have the experience they want. We'll see.
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Post by rwley on Feb 20, 2008 21:13:38 GMT -5
We'll pray God's will for you. If it's the job you're supposed to have, you'll get it.
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Post by Jeff Gerke on Feb 21, 2008 8:56:30 GMT -5
Dude, if you got it then you'd be where I am. We've been in the Springs for 2.5 years now. We like it a lot.
Jeff
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Post by Divides the Waters on Feb 21, 2008 10:50:38 GMT -5
Cool! That would be so neat; I have one friend of the family there already (author Michael O'Donnell), and of course Douglas Hirt lives there, as well. I'd be in great company!
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Post by rwley on Feb 21, 2008 12:58:22 GMT -5
It is noon central time. I have an interview at 1:30 with Lifeway Christian Stores. This came about as a result of an interview I had a different branch of the same store, obviously didn't get that one, but he's the one who called this guy, and it sounds ;D promising. Still haven't heard from the other two I'm supposed to hear from, so we'll see how this goes.
I love the Springs. I lived in Raton, NM for 10 years and we made it up there fairly often. Sounds like there is a lot of good company. God's best divides. Hope you get it.
Robi ;D
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