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[WATFORD zero]

My son tried to get part-time work when he started at 6th form college and with no work experience, couldn't get any of the employers to give an interview. So he went and worked every saturday in a charity shop for 6 months. He updated his cv with the charity shop experience, got a glowing reference and then got interviewed and got a job with his first application. He got the job, enjoyed working at the charity shop (still pops in when he has a couple of free hrs), and the charity benefited - everyone is a winner

 

[leigull]

Good luck Mark. A lot of great offers of CV assistance on here you should take up, as well as Lush's suggestion of going to the place by the Clock Tower

Why not pop in here? Just opened near the clock tower in Brighton and aimed at 16 - 24 year olds.

College launching innovative ‘City Skills & Jobs’ shop | Brighton and Hove Jobs

 

[brightonmark1234]

leigull i am taking the offers up

 

[Was not Was]

Just got a warm glow from seeing what good people there are on NSC. I'll remember this thread next time I'm facepalming at some mindless negativity or misogyny.

 

[leigull]

leigull i am taking the offers up

Wish you the best of luck. You've clearly got the right attitude and want to work which is half the battle won. Good luck

 

[Kumquat]

Good luck Mark and good on you for having the sense to come on here and seek advice. Being able to ask for help is a key attribute that many people underestimate and surprisingly cannot do, so you’re one up on them.

One other piece of advice I'd give you is if you're looking for work in retail or bar stuff, one of the key things employers want is simply people who turn up on time, work hard and don't nick money from the till. This may seem obvious but having once run a jewellery business and talkin to others in retail today, it's hard to get people with even these skills. So despite the challenges you have had to face, if you can make it clear you work hard are honest and punctual, then they are likely to give you a chance.

 

[Lokki 7]

There are some people on this site who could learn a thing or two from you Mark. Your open honest attitude and will to work will hopefully get recognised by an employer. Good luck and don't give up even if you suffer a few setbacks.

 

[brightonmark1234]

i want to work lokki 7

 

[Brian Fantana]

i want to work lokki 7

The sheer desire to work that you have demonstrated will hopefully put you above a fair few other candidates, Mark. I will get your CV back to you after the weekend, I hope.

 

[Lokki 7]

i want to work lokki 7

I can see that mate and fair play to you. I hope the advice you are getting on here and help with your CV pays off.

 

[brightonmark1234]

i hope so too lokki 7

 

[Herr Tubthumper]

This is a very heart warming thread which I hope has a happy ending. All the best Mark.

 

[seven stands]

Brighton Mobile - Article - First 'Want to Work' Masterclass Delivered

Could be of intrest to you ?

 

[sam86]

McDonald's, Holmbush, Shoreham and Sainsbury's, Lyons Farm, Worthing both have posters up for job openings.

 

[Buzzer]

Good luck Mark. Let us all know how you get on.

 

[Goldstone Rapper]

My son tried to get part-time work when he started at 6th form college and with no work experience, couldn't get any of the employers to give an interview. So he went and worked every saturday in a charity shop for 6 months. He updated his cv with the charity shop experience, got a glowing reference and then got interviewed and got a job with his first application. He got the job, enjoyed working at the charity shop (still pops in when he has a couple of free hrs), and the charity benefited - everyone is a winner

A great inspiring example of how to get beyond a lack of experience in a job

 

[Simster]

Mark, I've emailed you my version of your CV. You're very employable as far as I can see.

 

[Sompting_Seagull]

Good luck Mark.

 

[DarrenFreemansPerm]

Just got a warm glow from seeing what good people there are on NSC. I'll remember this thread next time I'm facepalming at some mindless negativity or misogyny.

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Wish you the best of luck. You've clearly got the right attitude and want to work which is half the battle won. Good luck

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This is a very heart warming thread which I hope has a happy ending. All the best Mark.

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Good Luck Mark, stay positive and I'm sure something will come up for you.

 

[brightonmark1234]

i hope your right