I completely understand why MSCs won't reveal their available jobs to someone who hasn't signed up yet, but I'm starting to dislike applying to companies, most of whom want my SSN, only to find out there are no jobs in my area right now (especially as I'm in the 4th largest city in the U.S.). I've wasted a lot of time filling out profiles for companies from whom I've never been able to apply for an assignment.
I saw on a recent thread that some people have signed up for 75-100 companies. I'm signed up for about 50, including the top ones listed here, of course. I'm find it hard to find new companies with work in my area, and I know there are businesses that I've love to shop but I haven't been able to locate their companies. Any advice? I've been doing this for four years and I've done a lot of research, but lately I seem to be hitting a brick wall.