Why Job Applications are Annoying

Since being here in Utah while I'm on my off track from BYU-I, I've been looking for jobs. Ya know, to save money, meet people, keep myself busy. But can I just say that job applications are probably the most annoying thing ever? I've about filled out about 5 & every time I just want to poke my eyes out. Let's just go over why job applications are the worst.

1. Most places only have online applications now a days. What happened to good ol' fashioned filling out an application in store & then giving it to the manager & chatting a bit so they can get to know you a little bit? It's so frustrating asking for an application & being told "You have to go online & fill it out." How does a store/restaurant know if a person is outgoing or not? Communicable or closed-off? Last time I checked, you can't tell through words on a computer screen. Not to brag, but I'm really good at making a first impression so it would be so much easier for me to get a job if we want back to the old ways.

2. Filling out previous employers information. Do you really think I remember the number of my supervisor I worked for 6 months-2 years ago? Maybe I'm just lazy, but having to search online or going through my phone to find the number is just too much work for me.

3. "Tell us about your education." This part isn't so much annoying as much as it is confusing. I put down that I graduated high school & then it asked about college. But there is no box or button that asks if you are attending. It just asks if you have graduated or not. I'm forced to put that I haven't graduated but that just makes me feel like they think I dropped out or something. It just bothers me.

4. Those 30 minute questionnaires. I understand why these are necessary but they just take FOREVER. I would rather go in & be asked the questions.

The good news: I think I finally found a job! I went in for my 2nd interview today & the manager basically told me I had the job. He is going to call me tomorrow & officially give me my position. Hopefully this will be the start to my many adventures in Utah.