I went this morning to put in a job application at Walmart. They use a computer to fill out applications now. I was halfway thru it, actually more than halfway when it went black and lost power. Everything was lost. They do not know just how hard it is for me to fill this stupid thing out. None of the places that I worked at have a record of me ever have worked there. And most of the places are not around anymore. They want to know my managers name. I don't know those things. I don't know when I started working at any of my jobs. I don't know what I was paid. I don't have 2 people that I can put down that I have worked with. I only have 1. I have not worked in 12 years. Don't they know how hard it is for me to do this? Looking for a job scares me. It always has.Interviewing scares me. I am always afraid that I will not hear what they say to me. Now I have trouble seeing things good. I have had a broken back so I am limited on what I can do. I have limited hours I can work. I am scared of doing this whole thing.I am not good at this. I don't know if I am going to be able to go back and do this. I don't like feeling this way again.
Job hunting is hard and stressful, but don't let it get you down. You will find a job that you can do and will enjoy. It really does help to put a resume together to have those dates handy even if you just have the years. For references, you can also supply people you've worked on volunteer things together, like church projects, if that helps. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteI know how you feel! What you are describing is why I do not have a job! I kept the crappy job Ihad for way too long, for these exact reasons! I hope you keep trying and find something you like. I know Wal-Mart wants you to be available all the time (nights, weekends, holidays) and that is just hard to do. Let us now! JAE
ReplyDeleteI'm sure places like Walmart get a lot of applications that aren't completely filled out from people who are reentering the workforce. Just explain that you've been out of the workforce for 12 years, but stress to them that doesn't mean you haven't been working! You're not a stranger to hard work--tell them that. That when you're on the timclock you'll give it your all. I bet they are looking for someone just like you. Just try to show a little bit of your gumption on the job application. And your charm!
ReplyDeleteI'm praying for you.
ReplyDeleteLord, I wish there was something I could do to help. This has got to be so hard...
ReplyDeleteWalmart may not be the best way to go. You obviously know how to use a computer and how to type (speed is not necessarily important). Why not try a local temp agency like Manpower, Office Specialists...one of those. They pay a LOT better, many provide training in office tools like Word and Excel, and you get to sit down. Standing at a register is very hard on the back. After I got out of high school, I was a temp for several years. It's flexible. If you need a break, just don't take an assignment for a while and rest. Anywho...just a thought.
ReplyDeleteI can imagine how hard this is for you. I worked at the same job for years and years, before I quit. When I did decide to go back to work, I had not been on a job interview in so long I really didn't know what to do. It made me feel real stupid.One time I got mad and said:" well, I have normal intellegance and can be taught anything" LOL needlees to say I didn't get the job. LOL so don't do that. The company I work for may be sold and I don't know where that will leave my job. I sure hate the thought of starting over. But you know what we can do anything we want to. Just ask the Lord to lead you where he wants you to be. I will keep this in my prayers for you. Good Luck, hugs, Denise
ReplyDeleteI know how you feel. I hate putting in for jobs and I hate interviews! I put in for Walmart too, for part time work, about a year ago...but have heard nothing. One of the managers there told me that you have to re-apply ever so often.
ReplyDeleteI just hate change,and hate having to learn something new, guess that is a huge reason I have had the same job so long!
Anyway, I wish you lots of luck and I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Carlene
How difficult for you - but how brave it was of you to go and do it in the first place! Don't give up. You've had lots of good advice already from your loyal readers. All I can add is that I recommend you stay open to each and every possibility. Preparation is key, so now you know what they will be asking, you can write it all down first - or put "unknown" where appropriate. You have a strong spirit and you will prevail - don't give up!
ReplyDeleteOn the other hand, if you want to let out all your frustration and fear in your journal, that is very healthy, and I am willing to bet there are plenty of broad shoulders out here for you to lean on for a while. Be good to yourself,
Vicky
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Good luck. I think you will get the job. Paula
ReplyDeleteYou can do it! Just fill out what you can. Ask for help, if possible. You are doing a good thing for you, don't let a computer glich stop you. rich
ReplyDeleteThat must have been a totally frustrating experience. Wanna make you scream much!?!?
ReplyDeleteI want to try for a job at Wal-Mart too. You can fill out the form on-line at home. But I wonder if it is the same?
Well...Good luck to us both. It's a scary proposition. I'm afraid I'll get too tired. But Gotta try...right?