I've applied for many, many jobs. I've gotten a few interviews. But no job offers.
This leads me to wonder if it's something about my resume, myself, or my work that is holding me back. And since I'm not exactly partial, it's hard to figure it out.
Anyone have any good suggestions for a way to better assess my skills that would give me an insight into whatever it is that I'm missing?
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Well, you might consider going to an agency, such as Aquent or Hal Kinion. I had a lot of success with Aquent, but have not re-upped with them since departing that place in Branford (haven't needed to). I uploaded my resume to Hal Kinion (dba Net-Temps) at one point and have gotten two decent temp-to-hire offers from them and I've never even done one job for Hal Kinion (I had to turn them both down)!
If you go to an employment agency, they would probably help you with your resume and/or interview skills.
The job market is better in western CT than central CT--you might consider biting the bullet about commuting ... [shudder]
I've actually gotten random bites by making my resume publicly available such as on the NYTimes jobs board (free), WSJ Careers, the Boston Globe (which you can do via NYT), and here: http://www.fairfieldcountyjobs.com/, plus I have my resume online at http://www.leefleming.com/resume.htm
Do you have an online portfolio? How about a "professional" website showcasing your skills?
If you want to email me your resume, I'd be happy to take a look at it and see if I spot anything that might be off-putting or maybe be able to rephrase things with a better spin. I'm willing to take a shot!