Finding A Job In Tough Economy

Alabama Mobile WKRG News 5's Moneywatch has expert advice and looks into things you may not have considered.

by Rose Ann Haven

Published: Tue, May 05, 2009 - 3:53 pm CST Last Updated: Thu, May 07, 2009 - 1:52 pm CST

Firm handshakes and broad smiles, networking is often key to finding that next job. That's why Angela Tareleton, laid off in January from her customer service position, is making as many connections as she can.

"Right now I'm willing to do anything at any category anything not just customer service, not anymore. I can't afford to just look for those type of jobs anymore", says Tarleton. She quickly discovered competition is fierce right now.

So, in a situation where so many people are looking for a job, how do you stand out? "The best way first of all is be dressed for success. Always make sure you're not in blue jeans. Make sure you have a suit, nice dress pants. Always smile, look everyone in the eye, shake their hand and have a resume." says Lisa Preston, Branch Manager of Personnel Staffing. Preston adds, no matter how insecure or nervous you feel, act confident. "Tell yourself 'I know you can do this. I might have lost my job, but, it's o.k. I can find another one. It'll come around.' The economy is going to get better".

Job staffing experts say don't be afraid to look outside the box. Vicki Mitchelmore, district sales manager for Avon, says the company is shedding it's image of granny's perfume and makeup. Mitchelmore says she's more men are earning money by selling Avon these days, "Just come on and let us help you be successful".

Your next job could be as close as your local law enforcement. The Mobile County Sheriff's office provides it's employes with Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance. Director of Human Resources, Ralph Buffkin is looking to train and hire corrections officers.

"It is a good paying job, it's great benefits. While it's a jail, it's a great environment to work in", says Buffkin.

For more information on finding a job, including 5 ways to stand out at a job fair, go to

www.JobsInAl.com

Personnel Staffing / Lisa Preston - Branch Manager
251.340.0504
lisa@personnelstaffing.com
www.personnelstaffing.com

Avon - Vicki Mitchelmore - District Sales Manager
251.402.4271
Vicki.mitchelmore@avon.com
www.youravon.com/district1279

Mobile County Sheriff's Office - Ralph Buffkin - Director of Human Resources
251.574.5559
rbuffkin@mobileso.com

Alabama Job Link
https://joblink.alabama.gov/ada/

Mobile Personnel Board
http://www.personnelboard.org/

Pam Ware – Mobile Works
info@mobile-works.org

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luvmobile Says:

Wed, May 06, 2009 at 9:14 am

How classless and tasteless is it for this station
to do stories on finding a job after all they have done in the last four to five months to add to the unemployment in Mobile. 28 people that I know about have been laid off on three different occasions since December. It’s an absolute disgrace what Media General has done to that once fine station.
And what’s so unreal is that the other stations in this market aren’t doing this. They may let go a few employees but not to the scale that WKRG has.
Viewers need to realize how far technically they have declined, mostly due to lack of staff and an
outmoded and outdated automated production control room. There are times on the weekend when
not a soul is even in that building, and no security at all. pathetic.

Sirk Says:

Tue, May 05, 2009 at 9:04 pm

“Your next job could be as close as your local law enforcement. The Mobile County Sheriff’s office provides it’s employes with Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance. Director of Human Resources, Ralph Buffkin is looking to train and hire corrections officers.”

“It is a good paying job, it’s great benefits. While it’s a jail, it’s a great environment to work in”, says Buffkin.

A great environment to work in? You have got to be kidding. Yeah, Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance is going to make me run down to the sheriff’s office pronto for a job.

mrseed Says:

Tue, May 05, 2009 at 5:11 pm

I too am a victim of a layoff, Im currently attending trade school, to learn how to weld, so maybe that will help me get into a new profession.