How I Got a Job after my Unemployment Benefits Expired

It's been two years since I lost my job, and in that time I've learned a lot about how to find a new position. Here are the most important things I've learned along the way:

There's no such thing as a job guarantee.

You can't control other people's actions, but you can only control your own. If someone offers you a gig, then great! Go ahead and take it if it makes sense for you and your family. But don't expect that there will always be jobs available when you need them most--that would be like living in an idealistic fantasy land where everyone is kind and helpful all the time (and also has unlimited funds).

When unemployment benefits expired for me, I didn't just sit around waiting for something good to happen--I went out there looking for work myself! The first step was finding out what kinds of jobs were available locally through online searches; then I sent out applications everywhere within my radius of travelability (which was about 30 miles).

Don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it.

You'll be surprised by how many people will be willing to help you if you just ask.

• Referrals from friends and family are always a good place to start. Your parents, siblings and other close relatives know what kind of work environment you thrive in, so they're likely to have some ideas about where you should apply.
• Professional networks can also be helpful when it comes time for a job search (or even during one). If someone in your field knows someone who's hiring at their company, they might be willing to put in a good word or two on your behalf if they think highly enough of the person that referred them!
• Local government programs provide assistance with everything from housing support payments through food stamps all the way up through employment services such as resume writing workshops or job fairs where employers come looking specifically for candidates like yourself! So don't hesitate--these things exist!
• Community organizations like churches often host programs aimed specifically at helping individuals find work; look into local churches near where ever it is that we live now because there might just be something worthwhile happening there too!

Keep your head up and focus on what you can control, not what you can't.

I know it's a cliche to say "focus on what you can control," but that is exactly what I did. Instead of focusing on the things that were out of my control, or worrying about things that might happen in the future, I focused on what I could do today.

I started by writing out my resume and cover letter in Word so that they were ready when I needed them (and so they wouldn't go through any formatting changes). Then, I went through all of my old emails looking for contacts who might be able to help me find a job--and those are just some examples! You'll have plenty more ideas once you start thinking about this stuff yourself!

Be persistent, but not desperate.

In the world of job hunting, persistence is key. Don't give up! You can always find another job if you keep trying and don't give up. But before we get into that, let's talk about some ways to be more persistent in your search for employment:

• Be creative - Who says you have to apply for every single opening that comes across your radar? Maybe there are other ways of getting a foot in the door at certain companies or organizations that might be more effective than sending out resumes and cover letters (even though those are definitely still important). For example, if one company has an internship program open only to students who have graduated from college within the last year but doesn't seem like a good fit for me because I graduated four years ago (I'm looking at their website right now), then maybe applying directly would not yield any results because I don't meet all their criteria--but what if instead I reached out directly via email with my qualifications listed as well as how excited I am about being part of such an innovative organization like theirs? This way maybe someone could see what value I could bring them even though technically speaking my education isn't up-to-date enough yet."

You can always find another job if you keep trying and don't give up.

If you've ever been unemployed, you know how hard it can be to get back on your feet. There are no easy answers or quick fixes in this situation--but there are things that you can do to help yourself out of the slump and get back into the workforce as soon as possible.

One thing I recommend is being persistent and not giving up. When I was out of work, I kept applying for jobs (with my resume) every day at least once a week for about six months before finally getting hired! Of course, this isn't always possible because sometimes life happens: family members get sick or injured; friends move away; car problems occur...the list goes on and on! If something prevents us from applying for jobs regularly during those six months then don't worry too much about it because there's always another opening somewhere else that may suit us better anyway--so don't panic! Just keep trying until something works out :)

Another tip would be staying positive even when things seem bleakest because sometimes our negative thoughts can hold us back from achieving success.

Conclusion

In conclusion, there are many things that can happen when you lose your job. You may be able to find another one right away or it may take some time and effort on your part. The most important thing is not giving up! You will always be able to find another job if you keep trying and don't give up.