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Having trouble getting hired without training
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July 20, 2005
I agree this is a huge problem for american companies. First of all as a recent college grad I see how difficult it is to get a job that I know I'm qualified for I just don't have 5-10 years work experience. That sucks for both parties cause for the company they are wasting time and money. How? Well, first of all companies have to stop assuming that every person takes the same amount of time to learn something. For example, it may take someone 5 years to do a job well when I can learn in 2 months and be a lot more productive. If I ran a company common sense would tell me that the only sure way to know if your workers are doing things your way is to take the time to train them specificly to your needs! For me it is a lose lose situation because how can I get the experience they value if no one will hire me because I don't have any experience. I believe this is why america is falling behind in the labor force because too many bright and potentious people like me are screened out and never get an opportunity to make a real difference!
Lastly, I wonder what employers are thinking these days because you can hire and fire all year round and achieve absolutely nothing. But if you hire one good worker and spend your time training him or her now you've got a high quality dependable worker and you have made a good investment in the future of your company.
Travis - USA
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The adage is that: "It is more difficult to get a job than it is to do a job."
With the obstacles you have been having, you will have to do a better job in selling yourself and convincing the company you are the best person for the job, even without the experience.
Before you apply for a job, do a little research on the company and what they need. You can point to jobs you have had or college projects that relate to the type of work. This can imply experience and skills needed. Customize each resume for the specific job and company.
Sell the fact that you are a quick learner and can readily pick up specific skills. Emphasize that you are a high quality, dependable worker.
Note that companies receive piles of useless resumes for a job opening. It is difficult to have yours stand out from the crowd. If you find someone who works at a company of interest, you can often go in through the back door and get better consideration.
Don't worry about poor company attitudes or policies. Your goal is to get a good job for yourself.
I hope these ideas help. Best wishes with your job search, and let me know how things turn out.
Wants video on training methods
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February 28, 2004
Sir,
May I get some literature or any type of demo for our workers training so we can able to understand your methods of training and reach to the point to purchase your videos or training programs.We are a Textile Group of industreis in Yarn Manufacturing.
Please reply as soon as possible.
Aijaz
Aijaz -
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We do not have any training videos or such. We only provide the lessons that are shown in this web site.
A good way to develop training for your company is to take a senior worker to explain how he does his job. You can write down what he says and then put it in a form so that others can learn from his knowledge.
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