I have been laid off now for 7 months plus. The only jobs available are for entry level and starting at 1/2 my typical last wage. I am the breadwinner in this house, my husband is retired and somewhat disabled and on Social Security. We cannot live on what he is getting. I have answered many requests for updated resumes. Would my resume not be updated? Yes, I can alter it towards a specific client, but all the data is the same. I wonder why so many requests are from companies that want telecommunication workers, where is that mentioned in my resume? Yes, I do have experience with the telephone, like everyone, there is nothing in my resume that states that...
Since I have been senior in my field all these years and there is no job for me now, must I look for a new career? I say yes, based on the current lack of decent positions available. My last interview was quite detailed. I try to be upfront and find out the location from where I live but the recruiters seldom like to play that game, I asked what region the job was in and the guy did not know what I meant?!?!? Oh, my! I think that should be a priority, job location and basic wage, do you agree? Then if those are fine, get on with the interview. I also see a lot of errors in the job post. Conflicting information, should I mention it to them or ignore it?
