Job Search

My poor 16 year old son has been looking for a job since about March. He seriously has put in a good effort to get out there and talk with anyone who might hire a teenager. He has put his application in just about everywhere in town. Yes, he has learned the value of calling back to check on whether they even read it. At first he told us (dumbies) that he didn't need to do that, but by the end of the Summer he discovered (on his own :)) that this was the way to do it. He even put together a brilliant resume.

Many places have upped the age from hiring 16 year olds to only 18 year olds and older. Too many adults looking for jobs I guess. Also companies that usually hire many teenagers in the Summer are only hiring a few this year. Hard to get that first job when most people need someone with experience.

Here is the sad part. This week a friend called to see if I would take her job as a teacher while she is on materity leave. I don't even want a job. My time is already full do to the fact that I am a mother of five still. But, I couldn't say no to such a fun job that works great with my children's schedule. And then, my 14 year old son got a phone call to babysit for the whole day yesterday. He made quite a bit of money too. So, my poor 16 year old waits for his day. I guess reffing soccer will have to do for a bit longer. He did have an interview today so keep your fingers crossed.:)