5 Reasons You Still Don’t Have A Job

By Sera Kazungu

Unemployment is the most frustrating thing for graduates. Most of us have set time limits for when we want to achieve certain goals and this perhaps adds more to our desperation to get a job.

Did you know that in a graduating class, only 3 out of 10 people get jobs only a short time after graduation?

According to Muthoni Ndegwa,A recruitment manager at corporate staffing services, many reasons make job seekers remain on the job market for a longer period of time than others. Everyone should be willing to start somewhere.

The following are some of the reasons you could still be waiting in line for that job

Reasons You Are Unemployed

1. You Lack clarity in your CV
The CV is a powerful tool to market you to your potential employers. Structure your CV in such a way that it will highlight your strongest skills and make that employer eager to hire you.

2. You are applying for the wrong job
It could be that you apply for jobs that do not necessarily fit your qualifications. This will automatically disqualify you during the shortlisting stage for prospective hires.
Apply for jobs that match your qualifications in order to have that edge over people who are your peers.

3. You have the wrong Attitude.
Steer your mind away from this stereotypical attitude of “there are no jobs”. If this is the attitude you will want to take with you on a job search, it will drain you.

Be positive even when you are at your wits end. It will go a long way in boosting your confidence and determination.

4. You lack focus.
Know what you want. This is key to narrowing that extensive job search list that you have. When you have a clear picture of what you want, it will be easier to chase down that particular dream.
“Don’t Just Say you can do anything. Narrow your job search to what you really want to do”, says Muthoni.

5. You have no marketable skills.
Internships and volunteer work are excellent ways to gain much needed skills. You should consider doing an internship instead of sitting home frustrated about not having a Job.

Can’t get an internship? You can always volunteer. This goes a long way in helping you build skills that will set you apart from other job seekers out there.

Getting a job may be hard, this week, try changing your outlook on things. Adjust your technique and see how well it will work for you.

All the best as you endeavor to succeed.