Getting a job

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Hey, I was wondering how to get a job. I've tried to get multiple jobs but i've only had one job interview 2 years ago. I really didn't know what to say and I was really nervous because i'm not a good communicator. I might get accepted into this program called the youth transition program for people with disabilities. But I was wondering, if you have a job, how did you obtain it and how did you get through the job interview?

How to find a job - search online for job listings, think of some companies you'd like to work for and check their careers sites.

How to get past the interview - there are loads of resources online dealing with this, it might be a little harder because of your AS but the advice itself is the same; use your Google.

I did an interview for a career programme recently and was told I interviewed well. I just rehearsed good sounding answers to likely questions and made sure I actually knew about the stuff I listed on my CV.

I've also been looking for a job. The economy is making it tough right now

(i also did some practice interviews and took a seminar that taught interview skills. and i read Interview Skills for Dummies. and i took acting classes when i was younger and can do public speaking. but i still suck at interviews lol.)

ehh, 1 job so far, at least I lasted 2 years before the firing :/

yeah i didn't think about the economy. the unemployemnt rates are pretty low where i am, to the point where some restaurants have to close in the evening because they are understaffed, and health benefits and stuff are offered even at entry-level unskilled jobs.

i'm sure with a rough economy and having AS, it would be tough to even get considered at all for a job.

I spent an entire summer doing almost nothing but searching job sites/newspaper classifieds, submitting resumes and just trying like hell every day. I had about three or four interviews that resulted in rejections. Four months in, I got my fast-food job.

This was last year. Sadly, the economy has gotten worse since then. I would say that half (or even more than half) of your difficulties in finding a job may be due to that. I know a lot of people who are *normal* and they've been unemployed for months.

What I did is pretty much all you can do--just keep trying, relentlessly. Finding a job will have to become your job. Yes, it does s**k. However, it will probably pay off, perhaps sooner than you think.

How to get through the interview: it's one giant act/performance. You are, quite literally, being someone else--the right person for the particular job you're seeking. Research the job beforehand so you know exactly who/what they are looking for and can answer questions properly. Bring your resume and a notebook and pen to the interview. Most interviewers take notice of someone who appears prepared and interested.

General tips: only answer the questions they ask--don't add anything unless they request it. Be aware of what your body is doing and force it to "behave." Fold your hands in your lap, keep your feet still--whatever is needed. When speaking, try to keep your tone constant--not a "monotone," but "calm." Same with the pacing of your speech. Practice beforehand with a friend if it helps.

No, this isn't easy. It was incredibly difficult at first. Just like anything else, it takes practice.

I hope that helps somewhat. Above all else, try not to get discouraged. Like I said, the economy is largely to blame.

Good luck.

Interviewers typically describe more about the position at the interview itself. Write down what they say, or at least a summary of what they say. Not only may you actually need the information later (if hired), it looks good if you appear to be interested enough in the position to take note of this potentially useful information.

The trick is looking up every now and then and nodding at the interviewer(s) so they know you are actually hearing everything they are saying.

thanks everyone

alright