States That Face Growing Number of Unemployment Rates
“Rhode Island’s unemployment rate has jumped to 10.3%, the worst it’s been since the ‘70’s. 20,000 jobs were lost this year alone. The state hired 17 call center employees to handle the backlog of unemployment claims, while residents (without financial assistance)wait for the state to catch up. They need to find employment fast. I’ve been in the career management business for 15 years, and in this economy job hunters are seeking advice on how to cope, then how to succeed in a failing local economy. One thing everyone should remember is that you can’t expect to be able to do it alone. For anyone seeking employment: develop an action plan, solicit the help of friends (both business and personal), get back in “the loop, “market themselves (LinkedIn, new resume, appearance) “network to get work”, and rebuild self-confidence to stand out from the crowd of job seekers.”
Waffles Pi Natusch
President, The Barrett Group
