Campus Talk Blog recently created a survey from the blog post “Are You One of the Unemployable Generation?” The original blog post was inspired by a CNN story on those in the 16-24 age bracket, calling them the “unemployable generation.”
What I learned from the story and from talking to people of all ages, is that many of this so-called “unemployable generation” aren’t doing what it takes to find a job, get their foot in the door and then prove their worth. Many believe they should walk right into their ‘dream’ job, in the industry they desire, at the company they desire, all at an outrageous starting salary.
However, what I learned from the blog post survey is that most are trying one or two things to find a job but not a combination of things that usually spell success for any one*:
- I am reading the headlines and watching the news to stay informed. 8%
- I am networking and forming relationships with alumni in my career field. 12%
- I am building my resume by working or interning in my career field. 13%
- ALL of the above. 8%
- NONE of the above. I AM one of the “Unemployable Generation!” 1%
Good for you if you answered “All of the above.” You will be one of those who ‘gets it’ and will probably always find a way to get your foot in the door where you want to work. Then it’s up to you to prove your worth with the quality of your work and your work ethic as well as your contributions to the company to help it grow over time.
If you answered ‘yes’ to just one of the actions, you will probably eventually fall into a position somewhere. There’s an old saying ‘even a blind squirrel occasionally gets a nut.’
If you are part of the ‘NONE of the above,’ I really wouldn’t want you at my company. Ever. And if you do find a job, it will be interesting to see if you can keep it.
Remember, in any relationship, business or personal, it’s what you give not what you take. You have to give people a reason to want YOU.
Our survey is still open. Add your statistics to the ones above. Add your voice to a generation.
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“Are You One of the Unemployable Generation?”* Results at time of publication. Click here to see current survey results
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Thanks Shef for the great comments. Dayna
You are right on, Dayna!
Many times a person’s “I will” will beat out another’s IQ and land them the job or help facilitate a long term relationship that will enrich their lives. The days of blindly sending out a resume hoping that it will somehow be the answer to an executive’s prayer are long over.
If someone is uncomfortable networking at chamber events and other professional functions; they need to get over it. Join a Toastmaster’s group, become a Jaycee, or other civic organization and work on it!!
A troubling trend that I notice when I’m speaking to various groups is that the more connected we are electronically, the more disconnected we are personally. Your communication skills are paramount to your success. You need to have a balance between the two.
I love your comments and your blog!
Shef