Hello everyone, how are you doing? I hope everything is OK with everyone.
First, I apologize for not posting any videos this week
due to my assignments and tests. My exams will begin next week, and due to this busy schedule,
I was unable to shoot videos, but I decided to make a video this week
in which I'll tell you about my part-time job.
Some people asked in the comments what my part-time job was and how I got it,
so I decided to make a video about my part-time job, how I got it,
and why it took me 3 months to find a part-time job,
So I'll teach you all about it in this video
so you can get some help finding a part-time job so you can start working sooner.
So, I was at the park and thought that recording videos in a room would be dull,
so I'll give you all the info along with some lovely shots of the park. So let's get started.
Now, I'll tell you about my work, which isn't a huge deal.
I work in a Tim Hortons café. Those who live in Canada should agree that
Tim Hortons is an essential part of the country. I'm a member of the team.
So I got this job in April, as I moved here in January.
So it took me three months to obtain this job,
and I know there are others out there who are still unemployed.
So, I'll go over the mistakes I made that caused me to be jobless for three months.
So, when I arrived here, everyone was giving out copies of résumés,
so I made one, printed 25–30 copies, and began distributing them.
I informed the employers that if a position became available, they could contact me.
I waited for days without receiving a call from anyone. After that, I became depressed
because I needed to pay my rent, groceries, and phone bill but didn't have a job.
The source of income is zero, yet the spending is substantial.
So I went to the Kijiji website because I had heard that
there were jobs available there, but I didn't locate anyone there either.
I also tried Indeed but received no response. So, after about 2-2.5 months,
a friend of mine suggested that instead of handing over resumes,
I call the stores directly and ask if they are hiring, and if so,
only apply for those jobs. It will help me save time.
So I felt it was a wonderful idea because the major point is that
if you hand over your resumes to the store or company's employees,
90 percent of the time it will not reach the manager.
As a result, you will be unable to obtain employment there because your resume did not reach the management.
I called nearby McDonald's, Tim Hortons, and other fast-food outlets to inquire about job openings.
I went there the next day and gave over my resume.
The next day, I received a phone call from one of them.
Now, I'd like to share some job-search advice with you.
The first step is to approach the manager directly and ask whether or not there is any hiring going on,
as this will save you time. If you visit more than 3-4 stores every day,
your 4-5 days will be squandered by only visiting 10-12 stores.
I had to go outside in -40 degree weather to look for work.
So, the first thing I did was speak directly to the manager.
The second thing is to begin building your networks as soon as you get into college.
Attend orientations where you can make new friends
and ask them about job opportunities since they may be able to refer you.
If you want to work in Canada, you will need a lot of references.
If I work somewhere and have a friend who is looking for a job,
If there is a vacancy at my workplace, I can refer my friend to it so that he can get a job.
Those who apply without a reference will not be considered.
So, the first step is to speak with the manager personally,
and the second step is to start building your network, because if you don't,
you won't be able to acquire a job.
Third, I called the businesses where I had given resumes after two days
and spoke with the manager, asking whether there had been any responses from their end.
They answered no, but I received a response from the store where I am currently employed.
The manager remarked, "Thank God you called," because calling them is the best way for them to determine
if you are truly in need of a job. So, my roommate and I went in for an interview
and got jobs at the same place. So, thirdly, if you drop a resume somewhere,
follow up with them in 2-3 days to see if they responded.So, these are some critical considerations to bear in mind.
First, speak with the manager directly, then begin networking, and finally,
call them after handing over your resumes to await their response.
When it comes to Kijiji and Indeed, I recommend that you look for jobs on these sites as well,
because you never know when you might find a job there.
There are no jobs available for me on those websites, but you might be able to find something that suits you.
Don't assume you won't be able to find work on these sites;
try everywhere and send over your resumes after asking for a job.
So those are some strategies that can help you get a part-time job.
I work at Tim Hortons for $14 per hour.
So, what were the mistakes I made that prevented me from getting a job sooner?
The first mistake I made was not distributing resumes everywhere
since I was demotivated because I had not received a call from anyone.
But I later realized that I had made a mistake. So, try to drop your resume at as many places as possible.
How will you get a job if you don't try?
That's why I'm telling you to put your résumé out there and look for employment on internet job boards
so you can get a job someplace. I'll add one more thing:
I have a security license as well. I'll do a separate video about how to get a security license
and why I'm not interested in working in security. I hope everything is clear to you,
and if you have any questions or comments, please leave them in the comments section
or message me directly on Instagram, as it is a more suitable way to respond to your queries.
I hope you enjoyed the video, and that all of your questions have been answered.
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Okay, folks, we'll meet in the next vlog, so stay tuned
because more exciting vlogs are on their way. Okay, take care, and bye-bye.