Muir makes a good point

I want to put it on the record that I completely object to the idea that "young people are lazy". That's a lazy stereotype and does not fit the young unemployed people I talk to. Of course, it's really important to focus on trying hard to find a job, but much more than a "good attitude" is needed these days to land even an entry-level job. I tried hard, but I still found it tough to get work as an early school-leaver without work experience, qualifications or personal contacts.

My message to policy makers is to put themselves in the shoes of the young people looking for work.

http://www.theage.com.au/comment/take-it-from-me-we-cant-afford-to-crush-young-peoples-employment-hopes-20150301-13ql0d.html

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I agree in what he says, also probably those in the 1960, 70s and 80s had no problem finding work as there was plenty around so cannot relate to how hard it is now and are blaming the young for not trying rather than recognise that technology and advances made have ended a lot of entry level jobs. There just isn't the work for everyone it's not blame that should be made but support both emotional and financial that is needed, it is a horrible position for many of the young and old too, to be in.

Has anyone ever wondered why we are seeing so many older women and men in places like Woolworths, Bunnings, Coles?

I asked this exact question of a couple of people in each of these establishments and their answer was that their employer valued their work ethic, life experience and the fact that they did not go out boozing and clubbing  and then phoning in (or not bothering to even do that) sick.

Also their manners and the way they intereacted with the public.  When I have a question in Woolworths or Coles I usually go to an older person.  I well remember asking a young man where were the "pappadoms"?   After getting a blank look I said "dont worry I will ask a senior lady".

Not surprised you got a blank stare Radish, he might have thought you meant condoms for pappas!! If you were talking of the Indian food that would be "poppadoms!"

Couldn't resist, don't mind me, been waiting for a delivery since 10 am and no show yet got to pass the time somehow!

Won't happen!  Abby's probably bringing it! lol lol lol 

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