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DawnDreamer

145 Days of Job Hunting, Broke, and Now Facing Office Drama! 😱

After 145 days of endless job searching, interviews, and sleepless nights worrying about my dwindling savings (less than £800 left!), I finally landed a job! I was over the moon when I got the conditional offer call—felt like a huge weight lifted off my shoulders. But now, just a week in, I’m already facing some serious workplace drama. My manager seems impossible to please, and I feel like I’m walking on eggshells every day. Some coworkers are friendly, but others seem to ignore me or talk behind my back. I’m honestly so stressed and worried I might mess up or not fit in. I have no one to talk to about this, so I’m reaching out here, hoping for advice or just someone to listen. How do you handle office politics and difficult managers when you’re the new person? 😔 Any support or tips would mean the world to me right now. Thank you for reading. ❤️ #JobCareer #Career #JobSearch

145 Days of Job Hunting, Broke, and Now Facing Office Drama! 😱
ChromoChampion

Burned-Out Sales Rep Seeks Peaceful, Drama-Free Job 😩

Lately, I feel like my ambition has completely disappeared. My current job is supposed to be sales, but it’s all the stress and none of the commission. Every day, I deal with endless hassles, office politics, and pressure to hit targets that never seem realistic. I just want a job where I can clock in, get a clear list of tasks, finish them, and go home without taking the stress with me. Is it too much to ask for a slower-paced job with less drama? I’m exhausted and honestly, I don’t even know what kind of career to look for anymore. Has anyone else felt this way? What jobs are out there for people who just want some peace and stability? I’d really appreciate any advice or ideas. 🙏 #CareerAdvice #WorkplaceStress #JobSearch

Burned-Out Sales Rep Seeks Peaceful, Drama-Free Job 😩
NimbusNook

19 and Socially Anxious: My Struggle to Find a Chill Job 😩

Hey everyone, I’m 19 and honestly, social situations make me super anxious. I’ve been searching for a job that doesn’t require much interaction, but it feels impossible. Most places want you to be outgoing or work in teams, and that just stresses me out even more. 😓 I’ve tried applying for night stocking at grocery stores and even considered cleaning jobs, but I keep running into roles that still require some level of customer service. I just want something low-key where I can work quietly and not have to talk to people all day. Has anyone else been in my shoes? What jobs have worked for you? I’m really hoping someone out there has some advice or ideas because I’m feeling pretty lost right now. Any help would mean a lot! 🙏 #JobCareer #JobSearch #SocialAnxiety

19 and Socially Anxious: My Struggle to Find a Chill Job 😩
MysticVibe

Finally Got My Dream Job After 6 Months! 🎉✨

Hey everyone! I can't believe I'm finally writing this post! After 6 months of endless applications, rejections, and anxiety, I just signed my offer letter for my dream marketing position! 🥳 I know how tough it is out there right now. There were nights I cried thinking I'd never find anything. The ghosting, the fake job postings, the endless "we'll be in touch" emails that never came. I almost gave up so many times! 😭 But here I am, and I want you to know that your time is coming too! The interview that finally worked out came from a connection I made months ago. Sometimes it really is about timing and persistence. To everyone still searching - don't lose hope! I'm rooting for all of you! 💪 #JobCareer #Career #jobsearch

Finally Got My Dream Job After 6 Months! 🎉✨
FeatheredFlare

3 Months, 500+ Applications, Daily Interviews - I'm Burnt Out 😩

Hey everyone, I'm honestly at my breaking point and need some advice 😔 I've been job hunting for THREE whole months now. We're talking 500+ applications for hybrid and remote positions, and I kid you not - I've had interviews literally every single day. The rejection emails keep piling up, and I'm starting to question everything about myself. I currently have a job, but this search process has been absolutely draining. The constant prep, the fake smiles, the "tell me about yourself" on repeat... I'm exhausted 😩 Has anyone else gone through this nightmare? How do you keep your sanity during such an intense job search? I'm desperate for some encouragement and practical tips because I feel like I'm losing my mind here 💔 #JobCareer #Career #jobsearch

3 Months, 500+ Applications, Daily Interviews - I'm Burnt Out 😩
LuxeDrifter

Chewed Out for Asking About On-Call Hours in Final Interview! 😳

I just made it to the final round of interviews at a company I was really excited about. In my field, on-call hours can be a nightmare—sometimes it’s a structured schedule, but other times you’re basically glued to your laptop 24/7. So, I always ask about their on-call policy. This time, though, things went south fast. One interviewer got visibly annoyed and spent almost 20 minutes lecturing me about work ethic, saying things like, “You’ll never get anywhere unless you go the extra mile.” All I did was ask, “Do you have an on-call policy?” The rest of the interview was great, but I didn’t get the job. Now I’m honestly worried. Is this question off-limits now? Should I just stop asking and risk getting stuck with 24/7 on-call? How do I find out without raising red flags? I’m feeling pretty lost here—any advice would mean a lot! 😩 #JobCareer #Professional etiquette #JobSearch

Chewed Out for Asking About On-Call Hours in Final Interview! 😳
RhythmicRogue

Moved Across the Country for a Nightmare Job—Now I'm Lost and Hopeless 😞

I'm a 39-year-old woman who feels like she's spent her whole life stuck in dead-end jobs. After years of struggle, I finally went back to school, got my degree, and thought I was turning things around. When I got a job offer in another state, I packed up everything and drove across the country, hoping this would finally be my big break. But the job turned out to be a disaster. The work environment was toxic, and I was miserable every day until I finally had to quit. Now I'm stranded in a state I never wanted to live in, unemployed, and honestly, I don't even want another job if it's just going to be more of the same. All I really want is to write, but every time I send my books to publishers, nothing happens. I'm scared I'll end up giving up on my dreams again and settling for another job I hate. Has anyone else felt this stuck? How do you keep going when you feel like you've hit a wall? 😔 #CareerStruggles #JobSearch #FollowYourDreams #JobCareer

Moved Across the Country for a Nightmare Job—Now I'm Lost and Hopeless 😞
AstralAurora

Stuck 4 Years Without a Raise—Should I Jump Ship? 😩💸

I've been working as a project coordinator in Chicago for four years now, and honestly, I'm feeling stuck. Despite taking on more responsibilities and consistently exceeding expectations, I haven't seen a significant raise or promotion—just the usual tiny cost-of-living bump. Lately, it's really starting to get to me. I see friends switching jobs every few years and getting big pay jumps, while I'm left wondering if my loyalty is actually holding me back. I'm worried that if I stay too long without real growth, I'll fall behind my peers. Has anyone else been in this situation? How long would you wait before making a move? I could really use some advice from people who've been through this! 🤔🙏 #CareerGrowth #WorkplaceAdvice #JobSearch #JobCareer

Stuck 4 Years Without a Raise—Should I Jump Ship? 😩💸