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Zainab Omar

Need help updating phone # with FL DEO before upcoming hearing - can't get through!

Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle. I've got an Assistance Telephone Meeting coming up for my unemployment claim, and I need to update my phone number before the 26th of this month. Anyone know how to get through to the re-employment service? I've been trying to call but no luck so far. Any tips would be appreciated!

Ugh, I feel your pain. The unemployment office is a nightmare to get through to. Have you tried calling right when they open? That's worked for me in the past.

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Thanks for the suggestion! I've tried that a couple times, but it seems like everyone else has the same idea. 😅 Still no luck getting through.

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Early morning calls are hit or miss. I've had better luck calling around 2 PM when the lunch rush is over. might be worth a shot!

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lol good luck with that. i swear they have like 2 people working the phones 🤡

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I found a method that actually works to get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video explaining it: https://youtu.be/AsdxiF0IH1k

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Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?

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20 bucks? thats highway robbery 😤

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I know it sounds sketchy, but I swear it worked for me. Saved me hours of frustration. Worth every penny imho.

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Can you give more details about how it works? Do they just keep calling until they get through?

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Yeah, basically they have a system that navigates the phone tree and waits on hold. When a real person picks up, it calls you. No more mind-numbing hold music! 🎵🚫

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Have you tried updating your info online? Sometimes thats faster than calling

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I tried, but the system keeps giving me an error. That's why I need to talk to a real person 😩

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Listen up, because I've been through this rodeo before. Here's what you need to do: 1. Gather all your documents: claim number, ID, recent paystubs, anything related to your case. 2. Try the online portal first thing in the morning, like 6 AM. Sometimes it works better then. 3. If that fails, start calling at 7:59 AM, right before they open. Keep redialing. 4. Use multiple phones if you can. Get family members to help. 5. While on hold, keep checking your online account. Sometimes updates magically appear. 6. If all else fails, reach out to your local state representative. They can sometimes expedite things. 7. Document EVERYTHING. Every call, every attempt, every error message. Remember, persistence is key. Don't give up! You've got this! 💪

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Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely try these steps. Fingers crossed 🤞

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This is gold! Saving this for future reference. You're the real MVP 🏆

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smh the system is so broken. why do we have to jump through hoops just to update a phone number?

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Pro tip: if you can't get through on the main line, try calling your local career center. Sometimes they can help or at least transfer you to someone who can.

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This! I got through using this method last month. Saved me a ton of headache.

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have u tried sending a carrier pigeon? might be faster than getting thru to unemployment lmao 🐦

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I tried that, but the pigeon got put on hold too 😂

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