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The job market is tough right now. Don't be too hard on yourself if you haven't found anything yet. Keep applying and networking.
Thanks, I needed to hear that. Some days I feel like I'm not trying hard enough.
22 weeks of looking shows you're definitely trying. The market is just difficult right now.
Final thought - document everything. If you do end up in a situation where you need to appeal anything or apply for emergency assistance, having good records will help your case.
I'll start keeping better records of everything. Thanks for all the advice everyone.
Good luck with everything. Hope you find work soon or at least get some clarity on your options from Washington ESD.
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PSA: Don't forget about the waiting week! In Washington you don't get paid for your first week of unemployment. So if you file right away, your first payment will be for your second week of being unemployed.
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one last thing - keep copies of everything. your application, confirmation numbers, any letters from washington esd, everything. youll need them if any problems come up
Should I print physical copies or are digital copies okay?
i do both just to be safe. never know when youll need to reference something
Thanks everyone for all this helpful information! I feel much more prepared now. I'm going to gather all these documents this weekend and file my claim on Monday. Hopefully everything goes smoothly.
Good luck! Remember to file your weekly claims on time once your initial claim is processed.
You've got this! Having everything prepared beforehand will make the process much smoother.
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One last thing - keep track of all your dates. When you filed, when you got your determination letter, when you filed each weekly claim. If something goes wrong you'll need those dates to sort it out. I keep a simple calendar with all my unemployment stuff marked on it.
That's smart. I'll start a spreadsheet to track everything.
Yeah documentation is key with Washington ESD. They ask for dates and details about everything.
Hope this helps the OP and anyone else trying to figure out the timing. The main thing is to file quickly and be patient with the process. It's frustrating but the benefits do eventually come through for most people.
Thanks everyone for all the advice! This thread has been super helpful.
Good luck with your claim! Come back and update us on how it goes.
Sean Murphy
If you have problems with certification that you can't resolve online, calling Washington ESD is your best bet. Though like someone mentioned earlier, their phone system is frustrating. I've heard good things about that Claimyr service for getting through to them faster.
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QuantumQuasar
•I'm going to bookmark that Claimyr site just in case I run into problems.
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Sean Murphy
•Smart idea. Better to have it ready than spend hours on hold when you're stressed about a certification issue.
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StarStrider
One more tip: Print or screenshot your certification confirmation each week. It's proof you submitted it on time if there's ever a question about your claim.
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QuantumQuasar
•Great advice! I'll start doing that from my first certification.
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StarStrider
•It's saved me from having to prove I certified on time more than once. Always good to have documentation.
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