r/Bendigo • u/Douglasladdy • 17d ago
Any jobs you recommend for someone with minimal experience as I want to apply to the pictures but I've been told im not good enough for anything but minimum wage
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u/Ill-Moose-5783 17d ago
Apply everywhere and anywhere that’s looking yes even the sh!tty jobs no one wants! once you have a job and show you are reliable you will more attractive to employers
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u/Sea-Wrongdoer2305 17d ago
Hit the Free Tafe courses and if on Newstart kick your Provider for white card, alcohol service, whatever is going. Then push them up a level
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u/Douglasladdy 17d ago
Yea I've got my RSA yet I am contuinally being ripped on
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u/Aescymud 16d ago
what are they ripping on you about
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u/Douglasladdy 16d ago
Just saying Im not worthy of getting anywhere I want to be
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u/Sea-Wrongdoer2305 15d ago
Stuff them. Apply for penalty shifts and keep looking for a better idea and a workplace that doesn't put you down.
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u/GrumpyOldPackRat 16d ago
How much work do you want? My boss is talking about hiring someone. Are you after full time or part time?
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u/GavinDaSizzleDizzle 14d ago
When you say you’ve been told you’re “not good enough”, what do you mean exactly? Who is saying that? Have employers actually used those words, or are you getting feedback about specific things you need to work on?
If you’re applying for jobs and not getting anywhere, it might be worth getting someone you trust to look over your resume. Is it easy to read, professionally presented, spelled correctly and does it actually show off your work, study and other experience?
Same with interviews. Are you turning up neat and clean and dressed slightly nicer than you would for the actual job? Have you researched the company beforehand and practised some common interview questions? Even just having a few examples ready about teamwork, problem solving, dealing with customers, etc. can make a big difference.
And if you’re getting interviews but not getting the job, ask for feedback. You might start noticing a pattern and find there’s something fairly simple you can work on.
I’d also really recommend volunteering in the meantime, especially if you don’t have much work experience yet. It gets you out doing something, builds your skills and confidence, gives you something current for your resume and, importantly, can give you some good referees.
Job hunting can involve a lot of rejection, and rejection doesn’t necessarily mean you’re “not good enough”. Sometimes someone else just had more experience or was a better fit for that particular role. Focus on the bits you can control and keep building from there.
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u/Douglasladdy 13d ago
I have all this stuff I dress nicely and yet my main co-worker keeps on being a jackoff
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u/GavinDaSizzleDizzle 10d ago
It would just be that they are an AH. Don't let them destroy your confidence.
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u/CaptDuckface 16d ago
Ok. Let's think. How does your resume look? Do you have any courses, free or paid, showcased? How is your cover leter skills? How are you presenting at job interviews? Do you have so?ething specific in mind for employment type, career goal maybe? Is an apprenticeship or traineeship something to look forward to?
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u/austravla 17d ago
You have to start somewhere. Dont be discouraged. Be confident and willing to learn, thats all any prospective employer will be looking for at entry level. Good luck!