...and when it rains, it really does pour.

I've heard that this kind of crap "comes in threes"...and this will be my third [unsuccessful] job while out here in Denver...so maybe the one I get (wherever it may be)...will be "the charm".

And so as if this month hasn't been hard enough (I know y'all, this is nothing but a pity-party and you're all invited! :-/)...
http://www.veggieboards.com/boards/showthread.php?t=43364 (for one reference)...

...I got layed off yesterday. Which is better than being "fired"...my [now ex-]boss told me I am elligible for unemployment but...I'd really rather not hassle with all of that and just find a new job ASAP. When I got this job I just lost, I was out of work for a week and two days. So...I'm praying it will happen like that again, or that it won't be too long. I got my resume updated and squared away, and it didn't require as much work as I thought it would, so that is a good thing.

I am really trying to keep this in a positive perspective--that worse things have happened and again, at least I didn't get fired--but it is hard sometimes. I've been depressed lately and this only makes it worse. Or doesn't make it better but...at least I still have a home and food and transportation and money in my bank account.

It's weird how everything happened...I called it out earlier this week....sent an e-mail to my friend that said, "Maybe I should start looking for a new job...things are getting sort of weird around here..." and bam. Yesterday afternoon at about 3 I get the word. She (ex-boss) told me that the Old Man decided to shut that side of it down; apparently they're having some issues with corporate and I don't think they're making enough money...and she said that the other business in the building "may not be far behind"...and there has to be some truth to that because she told me I'm elligible for unemployment. That's not really something a company wants to just hand over if they can avoid it so...I don't know.

And, if nothing else, it's certainly a slap from reality in the situation with my sister. Now she knows the sh*t's really on and playtime is over. So...I guess all I can do at this point is apply, apply, apply and wait. Oh, and tie a real good one off tonight. Piff.

:nigel: N/C for unemployment.

:hug:

That SUCKS. :(

take some of the pressure off so that you don't have to just take anything. I am a recruiter and while I don't work Colorado, I could help with your resume or any job hunting tips if you would like.
But the first tip is take the unemployment so that you can truly get a better place for yourself. The better jobs usually have multiple interviews, reference checks and multiple candidates. Even if you found one looking, it might be a few weeks between 1st interview and start date. And then you have to wait a week or three for the first pay check.
Your unemployment is paid for by insurance paid by your employer. It is a hidden benefit from your last job and the employer has said they won't fight you receiving it.
good luck.

definately file for unemployment benefits. it doesn't take long to do and therefore isn't much of a hassle. it'll also take some pressure off--as NC said.

I know you will check ads, but if I can mention a couple of other methods to find the right job.
1.) Network - If you know people that are out there that care about you, just tell them you are in the job market and the general things you are open to do or like to do. You just want to make them aware. Recruiters' dirty secret - 90%+ jobs are still found thru networking.
2.) Network - with people that you have worked with in the past, but maybe they are in higher management. Let them know you are in the job market again and ask if you can use them as a reference. It is a subtle way to extend your network w/out asking them for a job or job help. If they know anything, they will tell you, but if they don't, they still feel good about the conversation. Besides, you want to get references lined up ahead of time. If someone is hesitant about being your reference, don't use them. Never use a reference that you have not gotten some warm fuzzies from first.
3.) Make a list of companies that you would like to work for if possible. Then decide, what would be the title of the person I would report to, if I worked there. Then call the company and ask for that person. When you get them on the line ask, "How do you do, my name is Miss Pseudo_Vegan and I do (2or 3 things that you can/have do/ne). I am hoping that you have friends that are also "manager's title", do you know anyone that is looking for someone with my background/qualifications." It should take 30 seconds at most.
This is an indirect request and is usually easier than a direct "can I have a job". You will be surprised, if the manager has an opening, they will begin to ask you questions. But if they don't, they will generally give you some companies that are hiring. Every once in a while you get a hang-up, but that has more to do with what is going on w/ them than you.
I would be glad to give you some interview tips, if need be later, but look at this and it can really help someone proactively find a good position.

show her how a motivated person looks for a job :D