Why Will NOBODY Hire Me?

Before judging me, please read my entire question!



My name is Gale Hubbard. I'm 30 years old, a college graduate and have recently resigned from a position aboard Disney Cruise Lines as an Entertainment Host. The job was just too stressful and overwhelming, and because I got cast for the Disney Dream, the new ship construction was daunting.



Currently I live at home with Mom and Dad. It sucks. I have my own room with cable and internet, but I can't bring men home to have sexual intercourse with because- well it would be awkward. So I keep myself busy by job hunting online, mostly through craigslist and employment agencies. My question- Why in God's name will no one hire me? I have a BA, I wrote for a National Newspaper as a journalist, I worked 4 years at a Museum as a Program Facilitator and also just did the Disney gig. What gives? And I apply for positions that are looking for writers! Please answer the following questions:



1) Many are saying its the economy. That's bullshit. Because if that were the case, these companies wouldn't advertise they were hiring! They just wouldn't bother posting at all. Because they ARE, obviously a position exists. And stop saying we're in a recession. If were were, explain all the rich women I see downtown spending thousands of dollars on clothes, and explain all the men that brag about their high salaries and how they are lawyers and marketing pros living the life. It's horrendous how much this nation lies when so many people still have bank.



2) Is my Subject lines in the emails to employers wrong? Many of the companies seeking entertainment journalists or writers ask for a cover letter. In the Subject of the email, I often write: "Former Chicago Tribune reporter wants to write for you!" Is this like not cool? In the cover I go over my time at the Trib, talk about all the stars I interviewed and the articles I published. Then I even copy and paste a few articles. NOTHING! I NEVER hear back from any of them. Its like I never even sent the email. It makes no sense! And don't tell me **** like "Well anyone can get published." Nu-uh! Its hard to be a published writer for a top paper sweetheart, NOT just anyone can write and do that.



3) Why do even Employment agencies ignore my resume? The ones that try to place you? Its like THEYRE a job too- because I have had only 1 response so far from the 13 I emailed.



Please help!Why Will NOBODY Hire Me?
Actually, Logical Scholar makes a good point. He's referring to this:

"In the Subject of the email, I often write: "Former Chicago Tribune reporter wants to write for you!" Is this like not cool?"

And I agree with him. Let your resume speak for itself...no need to sound like a slimy salesperson. Professionalism is best. Your subject line should simply state that the email is about the advertised job position.



1. Being in a recession doesn't mean that suddenly everyone is poor. The majority of the wealth is held by a minority of people...and when you have more money than you know what to do with, it's harder to become financially ruined. More than anything, the recession has accelerated the hollowing out of the middle class; the people who had enough money to have something to lose, but not so much that it's impossible to become poor. And people who were poor when the recession began are equally poor now. The unemployment rate is the US based on unemployment recipients is still 10% (which is high), but the true rate of unemployment when you include people who have used up their unemplyoment without being able to find a job is significantly higher. As a result, the number of applicants for each job that is publicly posted is very large, and many of them are just as qualified as you, if not better.



2. As I said above, you're taking "sell yourself" a bit too far. It sounds like you're bragging, and that puts a bad taste in peoples' mouths. Be professional instead. Use your cover letter/email body to explain the better points of your relevant experience, why you want the job, why you you're a good for for the company, etc. Doing research on the company ahead of time can go a long way, both in the cover letter and interview. Knowing things about the company shows your dedication.



3. Employment agencies suck. If you can avoid them, do so. They get swamped with emails and letters even worse than companies who post their own ads do, and it's just not possible to deal with everyone, so they don't. I've heard of both agencies and certain companies either drawing email applicants lottery style, or just tossing out a big portion to cull the pile, or even ignoring email altogether. Email creates far more volume than they can handle, and since qualified applicants are rarely in short supply, they really lose nothing by eliminating applicants like that.



If at all possible, don't use email. At least not at first. Good old phone calls, if only to ask if you can submit your resume in person, can be more effective; it means that at the very least someone will know your name.
i, like you am also looking for a job. although i'm 18 its no different. I've been trying to get a simple retail or clerk or assistant job for almost 3 years now. since i was 15 i searched for jobs? why they wont except certain people i truly have no idea. we look good on paper, out appearance is also good... and yet they don't want you. im astounded myself. if you find the answer to this inform me please. i feel like if someone magical just walks in and they KNOW that they want to hire themWhy Will NOBODY Hire Me?
First of all, I have to say that if the employer somehow knows of the attitude you are showing here, that's a good reason not to hire you. It's not professional, and I'm wondering if this is even a joke... like why would you write this and use your real name?! When employers have a choice, they will look for reasons to weed you out of the resume pile. Swearing, talking about your sex life, quitting because you can't deal with the stress, complaining, especially all together are great reasons for them to look elsewhere.



Assuming this is real, then here's the rest of it. If agencies and CL are not working, then you need to use other means such as networking. Make a list of everyone you think can help you find a job and let them know you are looking. Keep track of when you contact them and the content of the conversation. If you promised them a resume, then make sure you send it right away. If you think you can handle it, ask a couple of people you trust for their feedback on what areas they think you can improve on. DON'T defend yourself. If more than 1 says the same thing, it may be true, so make improvements. I rarely recommend people for openings because I expect them to work as hard as I do, and many of them won't. My reputation is on the line from the moment they submit a resume (your bad resume makes me look bad) and through their career (your embarassing mistake you made in your 11th year in the company is a reflection on me). I'm not saying that's a correct assumption, but that's my take on it.



Get a couple of friends to review your resume and take their feedback. Regarding the subject line, I don't think they are ignoring you because of yoru subject line. The bottom line is that the content of your resume is where you should spend your time. I'm kind of formal, so the subject line I appreciate would be something that tells me why you're emailing me (the purpose of the subject line), so something like "Resume for Technical Writer Opening" would be good, but if the "writing" industry requires creativity, then perhaps what you're doing is better... but you're claiming it's not working... so you may want to be open to something else.



You can call up the agencies to inquire about your application. After all, they are in the business of helping people find work because that's how they get paid. However, with agencies and employers, don't bother them. My co-worker is dealing with an aggressive candidate... the bottom line is if we have a job for you, we will call you. You don't need to call us.



Finding work is a full time job.
trying to not get to sick from your line about not being able to have sex in your parents house..



you and how many other people are trying for the same job..? someone has to NOT get hired and it just happens to be you..