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.