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Local Job Fair: In a Time Where Unemployment Spikes

What happens when more qualified workers are unemployed.

Last year we had an economy that struggled with the gas prices. As things progressed we made it through that trial. That understood, it is as if we went from the frying pan right to the fire wearing grease underpants. I recall last year many companies were looking for qualified employees.

According to the Federal Government Bureau of Labor and Statistics the following changes happened in our economy:

1) "The unemployment rate (6.1 percent) was unchanged in September, following a 0.4 percentage point rise in August."

2) "The number of unemployed persons was little changed at 9.5 million."

3) "Over the past 12 months, the number of unemployed persons has increased by 2.2 million and the unemployment rate has risen by 1.4 percentage points".

All the above stats are interesting data points. One interesting fact to me is, some unemployed persons no longer elibible to recieve unemployment are considered in those totals. I know of people that have been unemployed for over 9 months. They have worked side jobs but litterally have not had a steady income. Those persons are not considered in the unemployed stats. I also know some that have simply not been able to find a job at all in that time are not considered in that stat. So, the 2.2 million increase is trully an under estimate.

Job Fair: Question Asked

So to say the least, there are more unemployed people this year than last year. In recent times more companies are cutting jobs than hiring. Just as the housing market, employers have the pick of the litter at this time. More often than not, employers were asking specific questions of job applicants. As we progressed forward we saw more people that wee not quite prepare to answer the questions

1) Do you have clearance (predominant answer was no),

2) Do you know how to dress professionally (many must clearly have profession defined for them)

3) Do you have a resume (surprisingly the answer here two was yes more often than not)

We learned from the over 600 applicants who came to visit the over 40 employers. Some employers were there as a presence. Many employer just referred candidates to their website so that they can process the candidate on-line. Some took the resumes. I am not certain how many followed up with potential employees. I personally know of 3 companies that didn't follow-up well with the employees. 2 of those companies will be back this year with a new plan and agenda.

Job Fair: Significant changes for this Job Fair

Last year, we had many unqualified amp; unprepared candidate in the group of over 600 applicants. This year, I know personally of 6 highly qualified people whom have just recently been laid off. All six have great credit scores. All six have homes that must be paid for monthly. All six are going through a stage of pain right at this moment as they look for a new job. They are embarrassed, ashamed, or disengaged with the job hunting process. However, all 6 will be ready and willing to work. This group of six highly qualified, talented, and eager employees is what is in the job market.

Last year I wanted to find a solid employee. This year I have personal assistant that will help me be more responsive to employee needs. Last year, I wanted to know where my office would be. This year I'm negotiating leases for office buildout. Last year I wondered how I could train someone. This year I wonder how many can I fit in my office space as quickly as possible. Last year I wondered if I could do it. This year with God I know I can. Personally, it is my goal to hire 22 people. I would hope that I can find a significant number of those people at my own job fair. My expectation for the caliber of talent is high. I also know that we will have 25% more employers this year than last year. with the layoffs I expect we will have at least 25% more potential employees.

Job Fair: Details

The Job fair will he held at the Ebenezer A.M.E. church located at 7707 Allentown Rd in Ft Washington, MD 20744. The time of the job fair will be from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Our job fair committee will be their to assist with directions and details. They church will help anyone that needs direction to the sanctuary. I don't know much of other companies, but if the right person comes along I will hire them on the spot. However, my assistant will screen the person before they can even talk to me. I'm certain their will be many business similar to mine looking for employees.

The Ebenezer Job Fair Website is

Any employer looking to attend can get more details online. Any employee looking to attend can go to the website as well.

Job Fair: Plan

My hope is that people come prepare with resumes, professional dress and a desire to work. The job fair was a blessing and a success in my eyes last year. The job fair was such a success, I choose to come with a better game plan this year. Last year we had a hope of working with people. This year my team has a plan to train others and put them to work quickly. Our job fair team motto is "Team Work Makes the Dream Work". It is my sincere dream that people will have jobs this season out of this job fair. I know I plan to personaly hire and train as many capable employees as I can. I hope to see you there.