Save our jobs.

[RQA General]

Daniel;

 I have been a high tech recruiter in the Bay Area since 1978. I recommend
that all candidates who work with me read the book Knock em Dead. Those who
do get more offers and better packages.

 We are currently looking for a Unix Sys Admin with TRU 64 experience.
Please spread the word and good luck with the search.

 Leave no stone unturned, it is very competitive out there for prospective
employees.


----- Original Message -----
From: "Daniel Curry" <dcurry at cariocas.com>
To: "Ray Wong" <netcommail at rayw.com>; <baylisa at baylisa.org>
Sent: Wednesday, February 27, 2002 12:49 PM
Subject: RE: Save our jobs.


> <Applauds>
> This list needs to focus on what we, within this list,
> can do.  Either on our own, or within the scope of a baylisa gathering.
> Stop worrying about what's wrong with the world and just look for work.
> Anything else you should get some cheese to go with that whine. :)
> </Applauds>
>
> Now, do any of those who HAVE found work care to share any tips for
> what's
> worked?  I think those out of work already know what hasn't. :rolleyes:
>
> I'm sorry to say I was fortunate with the latest job change.  I was
> working for a company (closing it down)  had about 30 days before the
> doors were locked, and I was 'found' by my current employer.  This was
> last April.  I missed the worst part of the lay-offs.
>
> Over the last 10 months, I have been helping two very good and close
> friends look for jobs, stretching those networks, actually begging a
> previous supervisor to at least consider an associate of mine for a
> position he had open.  Two years ago when I moved out here it was an
> 'employee' market.  If you had the skills, and could sell your self, you
> could almost write your own ticket.  Now it is just the opposite.  I was
> called last week as a personal reference for a guy I know.  He was
> applying for a net admin job in a mixed Unix/Linux/Win? Environment.
> The position is full time for another struggling startup, but is only
> $44K with no health, parking, or other benefits.  Unemployment ran out a
> long time ago, and he is hungry, not just for work.  Flipping burgers at
> a local burger joint will not help much.
>
> There are some jobs out there, not many, but a few.
>
> As I asked homeless bum the other day that was harassing people at a bus
> stop: 'How hungry are you?  Are you willing to work for the handout you
> are asking for?'  he walked away grumbling about finding good
> Christians.
>
> I know there is a big difference between the members of this list and
> the homeless.  At least there was 18 months ago.  But with the economy
> doing its thing, many people need to look at this as an opportunity to
> sharpen skills, build a backup skill set, etc.  I am.  I am picking up
> some fresh programming skills, and taking MBA classes. There are a lot
> of new scholarships available for those people wanting to shift careers
> or update skills.
>
> My wife, God bless her sweet and patient heart, is a school teacher and
> has been very scared, but very understanding.  Don't forget to think of,
> and thank those that are supporting you during this time of trouble.
>
> This is just my opinion and point of view.  You are welcome to share it
> or disagree with it.  Such is your right for having the responsibility
> of intelligent thought.
>
> Daniel Curry
> IT Manager
> Cariocas
> 625 Second Street
> Suite 201
> San Francisco, CA 94107
> ph: 415-348-6516
> fx: 415-348-6505
> cell: 510-579-6680
>
>