Well, we're only 4 days away from 85 degrees, sandy beaches, snorkeling, and some much needed and deserved R & R. I have been out of work now for 4 weeks and have worked my arse off nearly the entire time on landscape projects outside and organizing projects in. It's time for a break.
I went to the Worksource office today for a mandatory orientation session on how to fill out the forms, how to use the worksource resources, how to look for a job, etc. I would say it was somewhat helpful but I already knew most of what was discussed. Unlike back in the day when I was on unemployment, about 18 years ago, you now have to keep a log of every job you apply for and you have to apply for a minimum of 3 per week. The worksource website has a ton of search options and links so I will be able to utilize those resources. That means I will have to go on line while I'm in Waikiki. The hotel has a business center with free internet so it should be no biggie.
When I get back from Hawaii, I will need to get back to networking and looking a bit harder for a job. I'm really hoping to be back to work by the end of August but with the current unemployment environment, it could be alot longer than I want. We shall see what happens.
