Don't give up hope! Survey results from 2009 found the following facts about people looking for jobs: Those 55 and older took an average of 29.9 weeks to find gainful employment; those under 55 averaged 21.4 weeks (click here for source of data). And since the economy hasn't improved, I'm sure those numbers are still true two years later! The bottom line: In a tough economy, finding a job can take time. Employers have the luxury to be very selective. Employers have the luxury of waiting for the right candidate. And many businesses are "sitting on their hands," not making moves as people retire or are let go.
The important thing is to keep plugging away. There are sure to be times when you will lose hope and get frustrated or bitter, but the people who succeed in the end, regardless of their field or profession, are those who don't give up. History has shown time and time again that the people who keep trying are the ones who eventually break through. Just think of all the inventors and scientists and leaders who have succeeded. Where would we be if they had given up at the first...or second...or fiftieth failure?
No one will ever achieve anything unless he or she is willing to try and try and try. Don't let "no" be an answer...keep looking for new ways to get what you want. Keep trying!
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