Raymond
Workforce Challenge:
Raymond was a Sales Representative for U.S.D. Services in Cerritos, CA for a year and 3 months and was laid off in November of 2014. Following his layoff, he diligently searched for employment to avoid a gap in his employment history. While he job searched, he stated that he was not fully prepared, specifically his résumé not being up to par. He recognized this challenge, and knew he had to seek some help.
Workforce Solution:
During the latter part of 2014, Raymond visited the Norwalk EDD office where he conducted his own independent job search. While job searching, he heard several announcements about the services offered at SELACO WIB. That was all the motivation Raymond needed to make a trip to SELACO WIB in Cerritos. Upon arrival, Raymond met with Paty, Customer Service Representative II who performed his intake and told him about the workshops and services. After enrolling, Raymond looked for support to help him improve his computer skills and his résumé. Ultimately, he gained more than he was hoping to receive. Raymond expressed that he enjoyed the workshops, job club, and networking with other job seekers. As a result, he became more confident..
Outcome & Benefits:
In February 2014, Raymond answered an ad for a Driver-In Field at Pacific Western Container located in Santa Ana, CA. He informed the hiring manager that he was interested in a Customer Service Sales position. The hiring manager told him to forward his résumé. A week later, Raymond was offered a job as a Customer Service Inside Sales Representative. Raymond stated, “The workshops taught me everything with regard to how to job search, how to network for a job, Social Media, job interviewing, and thank you notes.” When asked if he would recommend SELACO WIB to anyone, he responded emphatically, “Oh yeah, very much.” Raymond also advised other job seekers; “Target the companies you want to work for, send your résumé, even if they are not hiring for a certain position. Attend the workshops and put in time. A job search is a job; you have got to put in the time to make it work.”
Congratulation, Raymond!
