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HorizonHusky

200 Job Applications, Zero Interviews—Is It Me or the System?

I’m 20, living in Chicago, and after four years in retail, I finally quit my last job because my managers seemed to have a personal vendetta against happiness. Now, I’ve applied to over 200 retail and hospitality jobs in just two weeks. Not a single interview. Not even a polite rejection email—just radio silence. I’ve tweaked my resume, changed my cover letter, and I’m as flexible as a yoga instructor. Still, nothing. Is it my experience, my timing, or is the job market just playing hard to get? I’m starting to panic, and honestly, I can’t help but wonder if I’m missing some secret handshake. If you’ve ever felt invisible in your job search, you’re not alone. Let’s talk about it. 😅 #JobHunting #CareerStruggles #RetailLife #JobCareer

200 Job Applications, Zero Interviews—Is It Me or the System?
OrbitalOdyssey

FIRE Dream Turned Into a Workplace Nightmare—Help Needed! 😩

Hey everyone, I’m Emily, 28, and I need to get something off my chest. I’ve been working as a biological consultant in Chicago for a couple of years, all while chasing the FIRE dream. My job isn’t bad—my coworkers are awesome, my boss is fair, and the work actually helps people. But lately, I just can’t shake this feeling of being totally unmotivated and checked out. I went into this job thinking it was just a stepping stone to early retirement, and now I’m stuck in a rut. I’m either working more and feeling miserable, or working less and dragging this out forever. My friends have noticed I’m not myself, and honestly, I’m worried too. Has anyone else felt like this? How do you keep your attitude in check when you’re just counting down the days? I’d really appreciate any advice or encouragement. 🙏 #JobCareer #CareerStruggles #FIREJourney

FIRE Dream Turned Into a Workplace Nightmare—Help Needed! 😩
OceanMystic

My Friend Became a Tech Millionaire—Now I'm Lost in My Career 😩

Lately, I keep hearing about young tech millionaires—like my friend Sarah, who landed a job at a top company in Seattle. She got a massive stock package, and now, just a few years later, she’s sitting on over a million dollars. Meanwhile, I’m still grinding away as an engineer, nowhere near that kind of wealth. Honestly, it’s tough not to compare myself. I work hard, save, and invest, but seeing Sarah’s success makes me question if I’m doing something wrong. It feels like everyone else is racing ahead while I’m stuck in place. Has anyone else felt this way? How do you deal with the pressure and keep your own financial goals in sight? I’d really appreciate your advice. 🙏 #JobCareer #Career #CareerStruggles

My Friend Became a Tech Millionaire—Now I'm Lost in My Career 😩
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