The Impact of Long-Term Unemployment and How to Get Help
The Impact of Long-Term Unemployment and How to Get Help
By Alison Doyle
November 9, 2020
Summary
For many job seekers, it takes much more effort to find a job when unemployed than when working.
In a 2017 study, the New York Fed's Liberty Street Economics found that job searching was less effective for unemployed job seekers than it was for employees seeking a job change.
Unemployed workers spent 8.4 hours per week searching and applied for 8.1 jobs per month, while those employed spent 1.2 hours per week searching and applied for 1.2 jobs per month.
8 The study also reported that employed workers actively looking for work receive the greatest number of employer contacts and job offers, despite spending less time job hunting.
American Job Centers: American Job Centers provide free help, including online and phone assistance, to job seekers for a variety of career and employment-related needs.
Many colleges provide resume and cover letter assistance, job search help, career networking, and job listings for alumni.
Resources for Older Workers: AARP has information on resources for older workers who have lost jobs due to the pandemic.
Where to Find Job Postings Here are some of the ways you can speed up your job search and find a job or a gig to supplement your income fast.
Job sites are highlighting jobs that are available now, and companies are fast-tracking the hiring process for many positions.
Search the top job boards, using keywords for the type of job you're interested in and your location.
Reference
Doyle, A. (2020, November 9). Where Long-Term Unemployed Job Seekers Can Get Help. Retrieved November 16, 2020, from https://www.thebalancecareers.com/the-impact-of-long-term-unemployment-and-how-to-get-help-5086789