Nick9075 wrote:
sally7171 wrote:
You need to get a full time job so you can work and support yourself while receiving health benefits. Don't say there aren't any jobs. If there are people where you live then there are jobs, you just have to work super hard to get one. Don't go through a temp service and don't disclose the fact that you have aspergers or whatever you have. Just apply online or on location with various companies and go through the interview process. Choose a job you're slightly overqualified for but one that requires some of the computer repair skills you've picked up.
I've said this a million times on various posts - look into a data entry or data processing position. If you know how to repair a computer then you know how to key data into a computer. The introductory pay is not great but you'll get health benefits if you work full time, and the possibilities to move up are endless. Don't be overly concerned about how much money you can make right now. If you're like me and most other aspies you have such a great work ethic and attention to detail you'll stand out as a great employee, you'll become the best at whatever you're doing, you'll get promotions and raises and start making good money in no time. Like within months, seriously!
What if you have a 'less than ideal work history'?? If you have significant employment gaps or an unstable work history then it is nearly impossible to find a job (any job) if you are currently unemployed.. There is also the issue of being "overqualified" aka 'too old' -- for a position like above they would probably choose someone in their early 20's and pass over someone older (30's or later) because they won't be "Comfortable" in the position (not my opinion but many hiring managers have indicated these concerns to me).. My problem is that I likely have ADHD (maybe severe) mixed in and I lose focus & get bored very easily which leads to zoning out on the internet & not paying attention
Volunteer. It pads the resume.
Explain gaps away as "personal enrichment" or "family care times."
It's NOT impossible to find a job in you're unemployed.
You might have to lower your standards, and volunteer to get something current on your resume, but it's possible. The local McDs hires anyone who can fill out their app when a job opening is available, no experience needed.
11 Jul 2012, 1:20 am
