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Tired of testing/opinions.... - December
Posted: Dec 01, 2014
I'm searching for a new job as the one I have now runs out of work consistently. I'm just very frustrated at the lengthy applications and tests. It is especially disheartening when you go through the process and finally get to a recruiter just to be told of a position that is either hours or pay you can't accept. I wish the testing was either shorter or you could talk to the recruiter first and know specifics of the position before testing. I feel as though 16 years of experience means pretty much nothing.
your right, neither does 30 - CINDY
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I have 30 and it doesn't mean anything either. I know what you mean about those long applications and tests. And then to find out its already filled also.
Tired of testing, etc - redmaj
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I hear ya! I tested yesterday for a new company-my computer died so had to do it at the local library. No foot pedal, could use keys to play, rewind, etc. like F1, F2 etc. EXCEPT it didn't work, so had to take use the mouse and manually stop and start. It SUCKED. I was at it for hours. Im sure I did well, but if I had used a footpedal I would have been done in less than an hour. Yes, it is hard to actually talk to a person online. Disheartening in fact, especially when you are an "oldy" and used to work in hospitals where you got great pay and benefits!!!!
Redmaj...thank you for your post. Ditto - anon
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I have done exactly the same and then feel horrible because I think they are now timing you because they now have the technology. They expect you to know the computer and also be the IS person too. Then only to find out that it pays 6 cpl. I also worked inhouse for over 40 years and loved my career was supposed to be in a caring environment. Boy did they kick me off of my unicorn!!
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