What is most associated with unemployment - Washington ESD job search requirements confusing me

Ok good, I've been doing that every Sunday. But what about the job search stuff?

Job search is required but secondary to weekly claims. You need 3 job search activities per week typically.

OMG yes! The phone system is a nightmare. I've been calling for weeks about my adjudication issue.

Have you tried Claimyr? I found them at claimyr.com and they actually got me through to a Washington ESD agent in like 20 minutes. There's a video demo at https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ that shows how it works.

YES exactly! I'm constantly worried I'm missing something important.

That fear is real but manageable if you understand the basics. Focus on: weekly claims, job search logs, and being available for work.

Wait, I have to log them in WorkSourceWA? I thought I just had to keep my own records.

You need to register with WorkSourceWA and log your activities there. It's not optional.

The WorkSourceWA system is almost as bad as trying to call Washington ESD directly.

I'm still figuring out that rhythm. How do you keep track of everything?

I use a simple spreadsheet to track my job applications and set phone reminders for my weekly claim.

This is so true. I've been in adjudication for 5 weeks now with no explanation.

That's exactly why I used Claimyr - I was tired of the waiting game. They got me through to someone who could actually explain what was happening with my claim.

5 weeks is ridiculous. Did you try calling or just waiting?

The uncertainty is killing me. I never know if I did something wrong until it's too late.

That's why it's important to understand the rules upfront rather than learning them when something goes wrong.

What kind of documentation do I need to keep for job searches?

Company name, position, date applied, method of contact. Keep screenshots of online applications.

And make sure you're logging them in WorkSourceWA, not just keeping personal records.

I sent a message 3 weeks ago about my disqualification and still no response.

The messaging system is useless. Phone calls are the only way to get real help, but good luck getting through.

That's literally why services like Claimyr exist - because the normal contact methods don't work for most people.

Yes! I still don't understand what half these terms mean.

Adjudication means they're investigating something on your claim. Could be work separation, eligibility, or income reporting.

And 'able and available' means you're physically able to work and available to accept suitable work if offered.

I check my account like 5 times a day. It's becoming obsessive.

I had to limit myself to checking once per day or it was driving me crazy.

Exactly. The uncertainty makes it hard to budget or plan anything.

And then when there are delays or issues, that stress multiplies by 100.

I hate having to explain to people that I'm actively looking for work.

The stigma is real, but remember you paid into this system through payroll taxes. You earned these benefits.

I set an alarm for Sunday mornings now. Afraid I'll forget and mess up my claim.

Smart. Missing a weekly claim can cause major headaches with Washington ESD.

Because they're understaffed and overloaded. Been that way for years.

It's not just understaffing - the whole system needs an overhaul. The technology is ancient.

So many applications with zero response. It's demoralizing.

That's why you need to cast a wide net. Apply to everything that's even remotely suitable.

This is exactly what happened to me. Still waiting for answers.

I had the same issue until I used Claimyr to get through to someone. Turned out it was just a routine income verification that took 5 minutes to resolve once I talked to an actual person.

How much does that service cost though?

Yes! I wish there was better guidance upfront about what to expect.

The handbook exists but it's like reading legal documents. Not very user-friendly.

Perfectly said. I hold my breath every week until I see the payment pending.

That anxiety is normal but exhausting. Wish the system was more reliable.

Nobody warned me about this. I thought I'd have more free time, but I'm busier than ever.

And then people act like you're just sitting around doing nothing. If only they knew.