Well here we are in week #2 of 2011...it's Hump Day and I see that companies are still up to their same old hiring tricks. I guess I can't really blame them...it's more the economy and they are trying to take advantage of the situation and still try to eke out a buck or two for themselves. That is the American Way right?? I continue to interview...it seems like an endless journey...and for the first time in my professional life, my experience is killing me!
The old verbiage is gone now...I remember being told back in the day that I didn't have enough experience and they needed to bring someone one who could jump in from day 1 with no learning curve. I am now being told that I have too much experience and they are looking for entry level personnel. Why?? Well they can pay the entry level people a whole lot less than what I was making! I was near the top of my salary structure for purchasing and now I can't even get a job offer. Just last week I had interviews with two different companies. I blew them away on my interviews and they told my recruiter that I would definitely be an asset to their companies but they were able to bring in another person for at least $10,000 less a year than what they thought my minimum would be. I am at the point now where I just need a job....and that is probably another thing that scares everyone off...once the economy returns to a semi-normal state I'll jump ship to a higher paying opportunity. Now I can't say that I won't, but if there is genuine upside and higher earning potential where I am at...I'll definitely stay there.
Well, I'm just trying to stay as positive as I can and am now looking back into restaurant work just to get by and get the bills paid...If anyone has any encouraging words or opportunities that they can think of...I'm here! Thanks everyone!
I don't know if this is encouraging or not buddy, but hear my heart.
ReplyDeleteYoda is infamous for this little line: "do or do not. There is no try."
You are so smart, loyal, wise and above all you have a HUGE heart! Anyone who knows you knows this.
So times have changed. The world isn't what it once was. Why do things have to look the way they have in the past? I challenge you to invent a new Brant. Forget purchasing. That's yesterday. Tomorrow is ever changing. There are literally hundreds of people out there, whether businesses or individuals, who need YOU right NOW. You have a unique and true self to share with the world.
Can the real Brant come out and play?
How can I support you? I probably can't find you a job in purchasing. But I guarantee you I can find you paths to creating your own opportunities based on who you are and what you already have inside you.
Well, I just felt I needed to share that. I love you buddy! You're almost there!
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Geoff..in it's own way this was encouraging. If nothing else you are an inspiring individual and I am so glad that we are friends. that is the thing about true friendship...a true friend is more than willing to tell another just what the reality is. It is time...MY TIME! What I need to do is formulate a plan and take it to the next level.
ReplyDeleteI feel that a lot of the problems we are facing today is the exact same as what I have been doing: reacting not adapting! It is time to adapt...adapt to the new world that is formulating around us and show it who, exactly, is the boss! I am in control of my own destiny and I need to take the reins, grab them tight, and take this ride in a new direction.
Thank you for kicking me in the ass...it is exactly what I need right now. We don't have time to sit around and say, "Woe is me!" I am ready to ride this ride wherever it takes me, and I am glad to say that I have friends like you to inspire me. I love you too Geoff, you are an awesome friend!
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