Why cant i find a job? why is it so hard?

The best jobs are gotten through friends and acquaintances. Check with your parents, their friends, your friends parents etc. and see if any of them knows of some work you could do. Your reputation can then be an asset to you, as they already know you and will find a job for you if they can.

If i can give you an opinion on why i think its harder for younger people such as yourself: Most companies have to spend a lot of money to hire, train and keep employees, and sadly most of the time the investment they make isn't returned. People overvalue themselves, switch to competitors when they get better offers, steal from the company and so on. Unfortunately HR managers tend to generalise that the younger the candidate the more likely they are to do any of the above or worse. Younger candidates are typically cockier, have a sense of entitlement (they deserve the job the most even though they don't have experience, talent, or the skills needed for the job). I'm not saying this is you, just that this is part of the mindset you might have to overcome. My advice for killing the old catch 22 of "I need experience to get a job but i need a job to get experience": Learn a skill that's uncommon and in demand. Personally for me its design. I do graphic, print, and webdesign, which helps me get past the experience question (because if you show your portfolio of pracitce work its enough to demonstrate your ability). There are plenty of skills you can learn that are in demand. Pick something you've always enjoyed, develop a skill that has something to do with that thing you enjoy, and apply for jobs exclusively in that field. Also presentation goes a long way, even if you're applying for a job at MacDonalds the best presented person usually gets considered higher than someone that turns up in a baseball cap and khakies. Remember the rule of "niche thyself" too. Pick a company you wanna work for in a industry you like and keep annoying them till they hire you (not daily, maybe monthly). Actually call and speak to HR managers or whoever is in charge...build rapport and go fit it. Sad truth is resumes get looked at an average of 7 seconds before being trashed or filed (90% are trashed). Hope some of that helped! Cheers Sarah

It is hard, both for you to find one AND them trying to find a trustworthy, depandable teenager who wants to work and contribute to thier success. A few pointers: Appearance is important! Dress professionally: even if its just a retail or fast food job, put on a PRESSED shirt and tie, nice pants (no jeans or baggys), shiny shoes. Sport a metal watch if you have one. Good Grooming: a fresh shave and haircut is essential. NO cologne, or aftershave, and take a shower. Be Prepared: Put together a resume, even if you have little experience. Highlight that you go to school and any activities and honors you have. Put your name, contact info, put an objective (make it relative to the job your applying for.) Be Professional: Shake thier hand firmly. Maintain eye contact. Smile! Be positive. Listen to their questions before answering, and answer appropriatley. Absolutley NO slang or profanity, even if they seem cool with it. Be Yourself: Let your unique personality shine through. Be honest. While I wouldn't bring up that you have interviewed for many jobs, let them know how much you really want this job! Promise them they will be happy they hired you. Thank them: At the end of the interview, thank them. Ask for the job. Get contact information and send a note thanking them for the opportunity and why you would be a good fit, e-mail is OK but handwritten is better. Call them in the next day or two and ask If you can meet again to discuss the position. I'd happily hire someone if they followed these steps. Good luck. You can do it!

get some good references

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hard 4 u hard for a 14 year old! lol um did you try a LEAST fast food, target, summer camps, places like Valley Fair....or so on? sorry if i couldnt help! try monster?

well could be what you are applying for. but then the economny is bad right now also.

your not looking hard enough

It's cause you're always on Yahoo answers instead of out looking for one.