Work placement from tomorrow

TheNightmare

I have another placement tomorrow for a job. I think I'll be doing things like preparing for an interview, which I’ll have at the end of the week. I have a guaranteed interview with this placement, so I believe they’ll help me prepare for that during the week. I'm not too sure what else I'll be doing, but I’m happy to be doing something constructive for these five days.

I feel nervous about the interview at the end, and I find myself anxious about everything. However, I think these placements remind me that I’m taking steps to get into work and not just sitting around doing nothing. I’m trying to stay positive, but since a job isn’t guaranteed at the end, I’m trying not to rely on this opportunity too much. I just hope I can keep getting further opportunities like this, even if I don’t get this job, to help me secure a paid position elsewhere.

I really hope something works out soon; I keep saying it, but I’m fed up with everything right now, and it’s just gotten worse. When I first started looking for work, I didn't want to work in a retail position, but I would now because it’s still money. Everyone starts somewhere, and it doesn’t have to be forever. I still have jobs that I would avoid, but I’ve widened my options for what I would consider. The placement I’m doing will be for a retail role, similar to the last one. I don’t mind because I want to earn, have a routine, and work towards my goals.

I’m just sick of the boredom, so I’m happy to be doing something that could help me this week. Over the past few months, I’ve been trying hard to apply for jobs, take advice, and put myself out there. I got suggested this company who im doing the placement through and I heard about this placement so I wanted to get on it. I had a session on Wednesday where I answered a few questions, it had basically numeracy and literacy questions which was ok so they said come back next week. Quite a few other people went home because they couldn't commit to a fully flexible full time job role, I'd probably prefer to do part time but if full time is all they have then that's ok as I'm flexible anyway. I just am hoping things go well from this, I guess I'll just try my best and see where it takes me.

Orchid059

@TheNightmare this is good news! You should be proud of yourself for putting yourself out there and like you said, actively making a change to get into work! It's understandable that it is scary for you because there is a lot of uncertainty with interviews but all you can do is give it a good go and try your best. If it doesn't work out we can try a different angle and get you onto the job ladder another way.

Use these 5 days to learn and practice what you can and just enjoy having something to occupy your time, but try not to put too much pressure on yourself and be kind to yourself too!

You're doing so well! Just try and keep positive, but I know it's hard. Good things take time but you are long overdue some good news, so I am sure things will start brightening up for you soon.

Keep updating us with how you are getting on

TheNightmare

Orchid059 wrote: »

@TheNightmare this is good news! You should be proud of yourself for putting yourself out there and like you said, actively making a change to get into work! It's understandable that it is scary for you because there is a lot of uncertainty with interviews but all you can do is give it a good go and try your best. If it doesn't work out we can try a different angle and get you onto the job ladder another way.

Use these 5 days to learn and practice what you can and just enjoy having something to occupy your time, but try not to put too much pressure on yourself and be kind to yourself too!

You're doing so well! Just try and keep positive, but I know it's hard. Good things take time but you are long overdue some good news, so I am sure things will start brightening up for you soon.

Keep updating us with how you are getting on

@Orchid059 thanks so much genuinely, the kind comments and encouragement, plus you've replied to my other thread too. I've been feeling a bit harsh on myself as you might tell from my other threads bit your comments and encouragement make me realise that maybe I should be happier with myself. Thanks a lot

sinead276

good luck with the placement and interview at the end of it - we are all rooting for you @TheNightmare

TheNightmare

sinead276 wrote: »

good luck with the placement and interview at the end of it - we are all rooting for you @TheNightmare

@sinead276 cheers, really appreciate it.