“Sometimes there just isn’t a job.” [An Unemployment Story]
Nicole Pyles On many levels I can relate to the following story written by a lady with the initials BB. It is a story I know will resonate with so many of…
Unemployment Stories
The Underemployed by Taryn Cooper
I am so glad to share this story because it offers such a unique, eye opening perspective on the current state of affairs. I encourage you to email me your…
“We deserve a little more respect than being labeled lazy and looking for a handout.” [An Unemployment Story]
The following email was sent to me about a week ago and every word resonated. It speaks to the nature of job searching right now and what is available and…
3 Years Unemployed – How Did I Get Here? [An Anonymous Guest Post]
I have been unemployed for almost three years. I am 50 years old, college educated and professionally certified (HR). I have applied for positions with hundreds of employers in the…
Underemployed and Barely Getting By – An Unemployment Story
I received this unemployment story a couple of days ago and I know it will strike a chord with many of you. Our unemployment story today is by Chrissie, who…
A Relocation and an Anonymous Unemployment Story
Note: Although this was shared with me originally in 2012, I’m still touched by this person’s willingness to share their story with me. At their request, I did not disclose…
My Unemployment Story
My 2020 Update: The moment that started it all! This is a play by play of the first job that ever let me go. Posted 8 years ago, it still…