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Update getting a Job against all the odds

Update on Getting a Job Against all the Odds


As you are aware it has all got a bit more challenging to find work recently due to the corona virus.  On a positive note I passed my taxi driving test on Tuesday.  The downside is I'm not sure how long the work will be available.  I just have to pass a local knowledge test and await advice on how the local authority will help be able to schedule this in. 


Not to be beaten I've contacted a local Macmillan Unit to see if I can be of any help to them during this crisis.  Just waiting to hear back from them.  My work as a volunteer in a charity shop has been brilliant.  My autism has helped me to focus completely on ordering of stock and my Tourettes keeps me brimming with new ideas of how I can problem solve around issues. 


Education is the key

I completed my level 3 in employment law last week, just missing a distinction by 3%.  Looking for roles which could be completed online if needed I have enrolled onto a Paralegal training course. Apart from helping me to learn about the work of a paralegal and paperwork, it will also help me learn better time management and communication skills.   I have posted on LinkedIn this morning that businesses could support people who are isolated and or have lost their jobs to be able to train and gain important online experience.  I know not all companies can do this but the ones that can would then have a stronger workforce, this would also help to improve the mental health of millions of people by giving them a purpose each day and enable them to gain much needed skills which will become invaluable to the nation over the coming months.    There is always a way around everything it just takes time and trial and error to find it. 

Community Spirit

Supporting each other through these dark times is a key way to help each other.  Social media could now be the new way to interact with each other and maintain friendship/make new ones.   There are huge opportunities for the world to grow such as people not taking each other for granted, or the freedoms we've had.  

I am always here for you if you need to talk or whatever, just know you are not alone. 

Take Care
Darren

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