yardhippie 0 #26 August 29, 2005 QuoteQuoteIt's on top of my kidney - on the left side. But it doesn't feel like an organ. what does an organ feel like? and where in hell have you been, Kelly? Your rig looks lonely on the gear rack. She's a slacker! And I dont think she loves us anymore! Teller Brie, she should come and play more often!Goddam dirty hippies piss me off! ~GFD "What do I get for closing your rig?" ~ me "Anything you want." ~ female skydiver Mohoso Rodriguez #865 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelel01 1 #27 August 30, 2005 I'm po' as shit, and gettin' po'-er by the minute. Maybe if I find a decent job to follow up this one, I'll get to jump at my home DZ once in a while. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yardhippie 0 #28 August 30, 2005 QuoteI'm po' as shit, and gettin' po'-er by the minute. Maybe if I find a decent job to follow up this one, I'll get to jump at my home DZ once in a while. hmm... seems I know someone that drives damn near right by yo place everytime he heads to SDA.... then you could pack, and make some jack! excuses, excuses! Goddam dirty hippies piss me off! ~GFD "What do I get for closing your rig?" ~ me "Anything you want." ~ female skydiver Mohoso Rodriguez #865 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelel01 1 #29 August 30, 2005 I can pack? I'm glad you told me, because I didn't know that! Who's gonna pay for a packjob that takes an hour and opens in severe line twists? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yardhippie 0 #30 August 30, 2005 QuoteI can pack? I'm glad you told me, because I didn't know that! Who's gonna pay for a packjob that takes an hour and opens in severe line twists? dude. Lock packed this weekend! if lock can pack, so can you! and its like anything else, practice!Goddam dirty hippies piss me off! ~GFD "What do I get for closing your rig?" ~ me "Anything you want." ~ female skydiver Mohoso Rodriguez #865 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ashtanga 0 #31 August 30, 2005 QuoteWho's gonna pay for a packjob that takes an hour and opens in severe line twists? I used to get paid for packing those all the time. Have you sent any resumes out? Don't make me be fatherly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelel01 1 #32 August 30, 2005 Most people practice by jumping (hence opening the packjob), and then packing again. I'm not much for the "pack, pull it out in a very un-fun way, pack again" cycle. Did Lach actually PACK, not just TRY? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelel01 1 #33 August 30, 2005 I've sent a few. I'm losing my steam already. Most fucking companies make you recreate the resume in their format every time, so it takes a while to apply to them. And then no one calls. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yardhippie 0 #34 August 30, 2005 yes, he packed. all the way till the container closed. then, get this... Brie jumped it! all kiddin aside, it was a nice looking pack job. at the rate youre goin w/ your job hunt you'll be able to keep April company mon-fri Goddam dirty hippies piss me off! ~GFD "What do I get for closing your rig?" ~ me "Anything you want." ~ female skydiver Mohoso Rodriguez #865 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelel01 1 #35 August 30, 2005 How well does that pay? I think I've applied to 20 places, and I've gotten 2 interviews. These are not good numbers. But monster.com sucks my ass. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ashtanga 0 #36 August 30, 2005 QuoteMost fucking companies make you recreate the resume in their format every time, so it takes a while to apply to them. That is a pain but you have to do it. Quote And then no one calls. Call them to check the "status" of your resume. Most of the time they will say, "What's your name." This is an opportunity for you to bring your name to the top of the pile and then ask them for a interview. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelel01 1 #37 August 30, 2005 There are no phone numbers. These just go out into the void. Maybe I should just call The Home Depot by my house and ask if they were sent my resume. These employers are smart. They don't want people calling them. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yardhippie 0 #38 August 30, 2005 QuoteHow well does that pay? I think I've applied to 20 places, and I've gotten 2 interviews. These are not good numbers. But monster.com sucks my ass. is that such a bad thing? yea, and youve been lookin for a job for how long? I tell you like I tell her. its taks a bit, but dont quit... you may miss the opportunity of a lifetime! Goddam dirty hippies piss me off! ~GFD "What do I get for closing your rig?" ~ me "Anything you want." ~ female skydiver Mohoso Rodriguez #865 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ashtanga 0 #39 August 30, 2005 QuoteI tell you like I tell her. its taks a bit, but dont quit... you may miss the opportunity of a lifetime! You should tell Casie that too Hippie. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buried 0 #40 August 30, 2005 QuoteWho's gonna pay for a packjob that takes an hour and opens in severe line twists? I'm impressed if you could consistently do that on a spectre with out even trying. as for the resumes.. online applications suck, you know 90% of the time they are just searched for key words which is crap. You have to know some people.. or if you really want, make business calls and just drop off the resumes in person and see if you could get a minute of someones time. You will probably get a bunch of 'too busy' answers, but there will always be a few that say ok. Where is my fizzy-lifting drink? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #41 August 30, 2005 QuoteHow well does that pay? I think I've applied to 20 places, and I've gotten 2 interviews. These are not good numbers. But monster.com sucks my ass. Actually, for just randomly sending out resumes on monster.com, that's pretty decent odds. You gotta network, girl. Work your connections. Friends, neighbors, colleagues, former colleagues, old classmates, jump buddies, whatever ... talk to 'em all cuz ya never know who's gonna know someone who's got a job. http://www.asktheheadhunter.com/ This is one of my favorite job search advice sites. Great thoughts on how to find the jobs that aren't listed."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelel01 1 #42 August 30, 2005 Networking ain't working. I've done that route, and I've exhausted all of those resources, at least in Atlanta. I mean, one of my 2 interviews was gotten by a friend, and my other friends have tried or are actively trying. And my parents would be no use to me. They've never done the business thing - not that I want to anymore either. But I will check out that website. Thanks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites wmw999 2,589 #43 August 30, 2005 One way to network is to change your tagline to say something like "anyone looking for a proofreader?" Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites kelel01 1 #44 August 30, 2005 Ah, if only I could do that for a living . . . life would be great. But alas, I'd need a different degree. I can't tell you how many jobs I've applied for as a copywriter/proofreader, but since I don't have a magazines or newspapers degree, I can't even get an interview. Sad. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #45 August 30, 2005 QuoteNetworking ain't working. I've done that route, and I've exhausted all of those resources, at least in Atlanta. I mean, one of my 2 interviews was gotten by a friend, and my other friends have tried or are actively trying. And my parents would be no use to me. They've never done the business thing - not that I want to anymore either. But I will check out that website. Thanks! Okay, just making sure that you're not relying *solely* on monster.com. Keep an eye on company web sites for companies you're interested in ... sometimes they don't list their jobs on the job posting sites. Craigslist has a lot of listings, too. And I feel your pain! Going through the same shit right now myself. My most promising interview is with a vendor I worked with in my last job. But I also have my foot in the door at a large local company because I interviewed for a job that was listed on Monster. I wasn't the right fit for that position, but the recruiter likes me and wants to get me in there, so we're both keeping our eyes out for other jobs. You never know where the lead is gonna come from. It's frustrating and slow and you sometimes wonder why they can't see the fabulousness that is you! (hey, this sounds kind of like dating...) hang in there!"There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites kelel01 1 #46 August 30, 2005 No, but it's hard . . . I don't know what companies are out there, besides Coke and Home Depot. And I already applied to both of them on their websites. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #47 August 30, 2005 QuoteNo, but it's hard . . . I don't know what companies are out there, besides Coke and Home Depot. And I already applied to both of them on their websites. Get thee to the library and start perusing this for Atlanta (or whereever you'd like to work next): http://www.bizjournals.com/bookoflists/"There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Ashtanga 0 #48 August 30, 2005 QuoteNo, but it's hard . . . I don't know what companies are out there, besides Coke and Home Depot. And I already applied to both of them on their websites. The name of this thread should be "I'm a Moron" not the other one. (Joking) Do you know how many companies are in Atlanta, Kelly? Over a hundred thousand. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites kelel01 1 #49 August 30, 2005 I know that. But have you ever tried Googling "companies in Atlanta"? I did. Boy was that a mistake. I'd have to drive down the street and write down every non-restaurant business name I saw. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #50 August 30, 2005 QuoteI know that. But have you ever tried Googling "companies in Atlanta"? I did. Boy was that a mistake. I'd have to drive down the street and write down every non-restaurant business name I saw. See my most recent post above. A bit more focused than google."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 3 Next Page 2 of 3 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. 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wmw999 2,589 #43 August 30, 2005 One way to network is to change your tagline to say something like "anyone looking for a proofreader?" Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelel01 1 #44 August 30, 2005 Ah, if only I could do that for a living . . . life would be great. But alas, I'd need a different degree. I can't tell you how many jobs I've applied for as a copywriter/proofreader, but since I don't have a magazines or newspapers degree, I can't even get an interview. Sad. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #45 August 30, 2005 QuoteNetworking ain't working. I've done that route, and I've exhausted all of those resources, at least in Atlanta. I mean, one of my 2 interviews was gotten by a friend, and my other friends have tried or are actively trying. And my parents would be no use to me. They've never done the business thing - not that I want to anymore either. But I will check out that website. Thanks! Okay, just making sure that you're not relying *solely* on monster.com. Keep an eye on company web sites for companies you're interested in ... sometimes they don't list their jobs on the job posting sites. Craigslist has a lot of listings, too. And I feel your pain! Going through the same shit right now myself. My most promising interview is with a vendor I worked with in my last job. But I also have my foot in the door at a large local company because I interviewed for a job that was listed on Monster. I wasn't the right fit for that position, but the recruiter likes me and wants to get me in there, so we're both keeping our eyes out for other jobs. You never know where the lead is gonna come from. It's frustrating and slow and you sometimes wonder why they can't see the fabulousness that is you! (hey, this sounds kind of like dating...) hang in there!"There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelel01 1 #46 August 30, 2005 No, but it's hard . . . I don't know what companies are out there, besides Coke and Home Depot. And I already applied to both of them on their websites. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #47 August 30, 2005 QuoteNo, but it's hard . . . I don't know what companies are out there, besides Coke and Home Depot. And I already applied to both of them on their websites. Get thee to the library and start perusing this for Atlanta (or whereever you'd like to work next): http://www.bizjournals.com/bookoflists/"There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ashtanga 0 #48 August 30, 2005 QuoteNo, but it's hard . . . I don't know what companies are out there, besides Coke and Home Depot. And I already applied to both of them on their websites. The name of this thread should be "I'm a Moron" not the other one. (Joking) Do you know how many companies are in Atlanta, Kelly? Over a hundred thousand. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelel01 1 #49 August 30, 2005 I know that. But have you ever tried Googling "companies in Atlanta"? I did. Boy was that a mistake. I'd have to drive down the street and write down every non-restaurant business name I saw. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #50 August 30, 2005 QuoteI know that. But have you ever tried Googling "companies in Atlanta"? I did. Boy was that a mistake. I'd have to drive down the street and write down every non-restaurant business name I saw. See my most recent post above. A bit more focused than google."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
