Take A Chance On Me

My daily schedule as of right now consists of me waking up whenever I please, watching countless reruns of Sex and the City, and applying for jobs.  My job search strategy isn't a calculated equation or a big secret.  It basically consists of me Google searching any entry-level openings in the broadcast journalism industry or visiting every broadcast company website searching for openings.  It is a tedious task let me tell you.

I don't know how many jobs I have applied for as of yet, but they range in location, title, and skills.  But the one thing they all have in common is that automatic response email that all say the same thing.  They tell you you're application has been accepted, the human resources department will review it, and if you are eligible for the position they will contact you.  Then at the bottom of the email it always says please do not reply to email.  It is satisfying to get the verification that your application has been submitted, but it never really says if or when someone really does review your qualifications.

Why do companies these days not want you to contact them?  Sometimes applying for jobs can be frustrating.  The only thing they have to judge you on is a few answered questions, a resume, and maybe a cover letter if they require it.  How can you judge someone's personality from a few words on a piece of paper.  With each new application I try to describe myself in the best way possible and let my personality shine through.  But I always struggle with how informal I can be or what I should or should not say.

My anthem for this process should be ABBA - Take A Chance On Me.  All I need is someone to:

Take a chance on me

Gonna do my very best and it ain't no lie

If you put me to the test, if you let me try