50+ applications, one call back and that it. Depressing.
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Yep. That's how bad it is and how bad it has been for quite some time. I've done over 500 applications this time around, so far.
You have two choices: keep applying until you get something, or give up.My all-time favourite Dilbert cartoon, this is: BTW, a Dumpster is a brand of skip, I think. -
Any luck?Originally posted by RichardCranium View PostYep. That's how bad it is and how bad it has been for quite some time. I've done over 500 applications this time around, so far.
You have two choices: keep applying until you get something, or give up.
I am applying for permie as well. Give up would mean becoming a postie or going on the dole for me.Comment
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Err, no. I'd stop applying if I had been successful.Originally posted by Rangster View PostAny luck?
You can go on the dole while looking for gigs, if you're skint enough.Originally posted by Rangster View PostI am applying for permie as well. Give up would mean becoming a postie or going on the dole for me.My all-time favourite Dilbert cartoon, this is: BTW, a Dumpster is a brand of skip, I think.Comment
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I assume you mean working the contacts and cold calling agencies etc. I am doing all that too.Originally posted by thunderlizard View PostHow about doing some actual sales work, rather than just "applying"?Comment
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Excellent; funniest comment I think I've read on here !Originally posted by RichardCranium View PostErr, no. I'd stop applying if I had been successful.
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Haha, I did mean in getting responses/interviews even if no joy with signing one upOriginally posted by RichardCranium View PostErr, no. I'd stop applying if I had been successful.
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