Whatever

When I see a job advertised in my game that I feel I could do (transferable skills!), I will go for it. When I send speculative letters to companies I state I am looking for something 'suitable'. The cunning plan being that I am open minded and happy to move into another area, albeit, related. This leads neatly to my next foray into the job market. I may have already mentioned in an earlier despatch from the front line that I am not only targeting my industry for the elusive job. One such application was for shop work. Christmas is on the horizon and seasonal staff are always required. I decided on music as it's an area I am keen on. I can bore for England on the subject of David Bowie. So, I went on the website of a famous high street chain and completed the online application. The questions on the form assume previous retail experience as they are all loaded in that direction. I did my best with the questions and unsurprisingly I wasn't accepted. With all due respect to shop staff, I do feel I have the capabilities to serve a customer or stack a shelf. I have client-facing experience in my industry and am able to communicate reasonably well. Unfortunately, the application process doesn't allow for me to fully explain this as it's a template. If I were able to speak to a person or send a detailed letter, maybe I would be viewed differently. Just another disappointment on the road to employment.