What happens at ESD WorkSource re-employment meeting? Only need 2 weeks of job search logs?

I had one of these RESEA meetings last month. It's basically just ESD checking that you're actually looking for work and following the requirements. They'll review your job search logs, ask about your job search strategies, and might suggest workshops or resources. Mine only took about 40 minutes even though it was scheduled for an hour. They just want to make sure you're meeting the requirements and offer some help if needed. Just have your 2 weeks of logs ready (they only ask for 2 weeks because that's all they need to verify compliance), be prepared to talk about what kinds of jobs you're applying for, and any barriers you might be facing. It's really not a big deal as long as you're actually doing your job searches!

omg i hated mine! total waste of time. they scheduled me for an hr too but the person was 15 min late then just read from a script about resume tips lol. i already have 10+ yrs experience in my field but they still made me go to a resume workshop smh. just nod and smile

The RESEA meeting is a mandatory eligibility review that WorkSource conducts on behalf of ESD. Here's what typically happens: 1. They'll verify your ID at the start of the Zoom 2. Review your most recent job search logs (they only need 2 weeks to confirm compliance, though you should keep all weeks' logs) 3. Discuss your job search strategies and barriers to employment 4. Possibly recommend WorkSource workshops or resources 5. Create an employment plan Make sure your job search logs have all required elements: date of activity, contact info for employer/job, position applied for, method of contact, and results/follow-up. If your logs are missing any information, they may disqualify those activities. Don't worry too much - as long as you're doing your required activities and can talk about your job search honestly, you'll be fine.

Just went through this last week! It was way less intense than I expected. They basically just verified my identity, asked some questions about what type of work I'm looking for, reviewed my job search logs (only checked the most recent 2 weeks like you mentioned), and then offered some resources. The specialist did recommend a couple workshops but didn't force me to sign up. The whole thing took maybe 30 minutes even though it was scheduled for an hour. Just be honest and you'll be fine!

If you're struggling to reach someone at ESD about this or have questions before your appointment, I found a service called Claimyr that can actually get you through to ESD on the phone. I was nervous about my RESEA meeting too and had questions, but couldn't get through the regular line. Claimyr connected me with an ESD agent in about 20 minutes instead of calling for days. They have a video showing how it works here: https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3 and their website is claimyr.com. It was worth it to get my questions answered directly by ESD before the meeting.

these meetings r BS honestly. they just want to intimidate ppl into getting off unemployment faster. i had 2 attend one last yr & the guy barely looked at my job logs just made me sign up 4 some stupid workshop. just show up & youll be fine

BRING EVERYTHING!!! I only brought the 2 weeks they asked for and got in trouble because they ended up asking about an activity from 3 weeks ago that showed up in their system!!! Then they put my claim on hold for a week while I had to send in the older logs. Don't make my mistake - bring documentation for ALL your job search activities since you started claiming. Better safe than sorry!!!

One tip - have your resume ready to share on the Zoom call. They asked to see mine during the meeting and wanted to go over it. Also be ready to talk about what wage you're looking for and what industries you're targeting. They might ask if you're being too picky about jobs you're applying to (at least mine did).

Just make sure you attend the meeting - it's mandatory. If you miss it, your benefits will be suspended. If for some reason you can't make the scheduled time, call the number on your letter ASAP to reschedule. They usually allow one reschedule for good cause.

I had my RESEA meeting about 3 months ago and it was pretty straightforward. The specialist was actually really helpful - she reviewed my job search approach and suggested a few networking events I hadn't considered. One thing that surprised me was that they have access to see which jobs you've applied to through certain job boards, so make sure your logs match what you've actually been doing. The 2 weeks of logs requirement is standard - they're just spot-checking compliance, not auditing your entire claim history. My meeting ran about 45 minutes and ended with them scheduling a follow-up call in 4 weeks to check on my progress, though that second call was optional. Just be genuine about your job search efforts and you'll do fine!

I just had my RESEA meeting two weeks ago and honestly it was much more relaxed than I expected! The specialist was really nice and seemed genuinely interested in helping me succeed. She spent time going over my job search strategy and even gave me some tips about tailoring my applications for my industry. They did ask to see my resume and we talked about whether I was being realistic about salary expectations, but it felt more like career coaching than an interrogation. The whole thing took about 35 minutes. One thing I appreciated was that she connected me with a local hiring event happening next month that I wouldn't have known about otherwise. Just go in with a positive attitude and be honest about your efforts - they really do want to help you find work!

I had my RESEA meeting about 6 weeks ago and wanted to share my experience since you seem anxious about it! Mine was scheduled for an hour but only took about 40 minutes. The specialist was professional and started by verifying my identity, then we went through my job search logs for the most recent 2 weeks (they really do only need those 2 weeks like the letter says). She asked about what types of positions I was targeting, any challenges I was facing, and reviewed my overall job search strategy. She also had me share my screen to show her my resume and gave some helpful feedback on formatting. The best part was that she connected me with a couple of WorkSource workshops that were actually relevant to my field - not just generic resume writing. She also gave me access to some job search tools I didn't know about. Overall it felt more like a check-in with a career counselor than an interrogation. Just have your 2 weeks of logs organized, be ready to talk about your job search approach honestly, and maybe have your resume ready to share. You'll do fine!

I had my RESEA meeting about a month ago and it was actually pretty helpful! The specialist was really thorough but not intimidating at all. She reviewed my 2 weeks of job search logs (that's really all they need - don't stress about bringing all 5 weeks unless you want to), asked about my job search strategy, and we went over my resume together on the Zoom screen share. What I found most valuable was that she pointed out some local job fairs and networking events I hadn't heard about, plus she showed me how to use some WorkSource online tools that have been genuinely useful. The whole thing took about 50 minutes and honestly felt more like getting free career coaching than being audited. Just be prepared to talk about what types of jobs you're targeting, any obstacles you're facing, and have your resume ready to share. As long as you're actually doing your job searches (which it sounds like you are!), you'll be totally fine. They really do seem to want to help you succeed, not trip you up.

I went through this exact same meeting about 8 weeks ago and was just as nervous as you are! The good news is that it's really not as scary as it seems. My specialist was actually super friendly and genuinely seemed to want to help me succeed. Here's what happened in mine: 1) Identity verification at the start, 2) Quick review of my 2 most recent weeks of job search logs (they really do only need 2 weeks - the letter is accurate), 3) Discussion about my job search strategy and any barriers I'm facing, 4) Review of my resume with some helpful suggestions, and 5) Recommendations for WorkSource resources that might help. The whole thing took about 45 minutes even though it was scheduled for an hour. One thing I wasn't expecting was how much they actually knew about the local job market in my field - the specialist gave me some really good insights about companies that were hiring and suggested a couple of networking groups I hadn't considered. Just be honest about your efforts (sounds like you're doing everything right already!), have your 2 weeks of logs organized, and maybe prepare to share your screen to show your resume. You've got this!

I just had my RESEA meeting yesterday and wanted to add my perspective since you seem really anxious about it! First off, take a deep breath - it's genuinely not as intimidating as it sounds. My meeting was with a WorkSource specialist over Zoom and she was incredibly professional and helpful. Here's what actually happened: She verified my identity, reviewed my job search logs from the past 2 weeks (exactly as the letter stated - no need for all 5 weeks), asked about my job search approach and any challenges I'm facing, looked at my resume and gave some solid feedback, and then recommended a few WorkSource resources that were actually relevant to my situation. The whole thing took about 35 minutes even though it was scheduled for an hour. What surprised me most was how knowledgeable she was about my industry and the local job market. She pointed me toward a couple of companies I hadn't considered and even mentioned some upcoming hiring events. It really felt more like getting free career counseling than being interrogated about my eligibility. Just make sure you have your 2 weeks of job search logs well-organized, be ready to talk honestly about your job search strategy, and have your resume available to share on screen. Since you're already keeping detailed records and actively job searching, you're going to do just fine!

Just had my RESEA meeting last week and wanted to add another perspective! Mine was actually really productive - the specialist took time to understand my background and career goals, not just check boxes. She reviewed my 2 weeks of job search logs (stick with what the letter says, that's really all they need), but what made it valuable was the discussion about my search strategy. She helped me identify that I might be limiting myself geographically and suggested some remote opportunities in my field I hadn't considered. We also went over my LinkedIn profile during the screen share portion and she gave me some tips for optimizing it. The meeting ran about 40 minutes and ended with her sending me a follow-up email with links to several relevant job postings and a WorkSource workshop on interviewing skills. Honestly, it felt like having a free session with a career coach who actually knows the local market. Just be genuine about your efforts and open to their suggestions - sounds like you're already doing great with your documentation and active searching!