I'm in the US and was out of work for 2 years(!!!) until recently. Whenever I heard the unemployment numbers in the news, I had to remind myself that I don't need 6 million new jobs..I JUST NEED ONE!

Persistance pays off and acting does't hurt. Most people want a coworker who is pleasant and not a diva or a brat. Like-ability is half the battle. My thoughts go out to all looking for a living wage!