taxed2much, I couldn't agree with you more. I too, am sick and tired of seeing people of all ages come in for applications looking down saying "hey, you got an application I can fill out?" Next thing they do is scribble about the application and drop it on a counter and leaves. Guess where that application goes next?
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Note to all those looking for jobs... take taxed2much advice. Proper etiquette, nice appearance, and direct contact goes a long ways in getting your foot in the door.

taxed2much - look where you live. It's Janesville. Proper grammer is not a priority here.

It appears many schools offer resume review, but not interview 101 or phone etiquette 101, which would be beneficial. I mean that both jokingly and seriously. If an employer is interviewing 20 people for one job, it is crucial that the interviewee presents himself or herself well. Part of the problem is that Janesville will be transitioning from a manufacturing base to mainly retail and office based jobs, which require completely different skill sets and etiquette.

I had two calls this week from people looking for jobs. Here is a hint to job seekers when you call someone seeking employment.

When you place the call, dont address the person that takes your call by saying: "yeah, yall hiring?" or "you fillin' any jobs"?

It may be best if you ask in a nice tone of voice "Hello my name is ____________ and I was wondering if I could speak with the HR department or the person in charge of hiring?" Then if there are not any jobs availible, ask if they know of anyone hiring. Then say "thank you for your time".

Are there not any classes in school that teach the common basics? If I was hiring and you call me with that tone of voice and grammer, dont expect a job.

Twenty qualified applicants for every job. Cars aren't the only thing that won't be selling.

If you are thinking about school, don't wait too long. BTC is filling up fast. My son is a senior in high school and is considering BTC. I'm concerned there won't be a place for him next year.

hmm, not sure why snazzy's remarks were removed except that countered bellagio's very deranged ones.

snazzy-I was trying to think of a come-back for Bellagiobound's moronic, obnoxious comment and so very clever (and so very original) use of our new president's middle name as a scare tactic-but your own reaction to those comments were right on the mark!
About the middle name thing-during that Al Smith fundraiser I think Obama himself did a good job of diffusing the remarks of those stupid enough to think that connecting his name to a well known dictator would be effective.

I will recommend for anyone who is laid off or getting laid off to put the extra effort in for school funding. Those who are the most diligent will get funded first. If someone takes a laid back approach they will have a hard time getting aid. That is my experience with the people I've talked to and myself. Assistance isn't just going to fall on your doorstep when the Job Center is so busy. As for schooling, don't hesitate because you don't know what to major in. Simply pick something that suits you according to the career testing given at the Job Center and start taking generals. You can change your major later if you decide it's not the right course of study. You'll need the generals for any course of study.