EpicEagle+FollowFired and Frustrated, Then Landed a $30K Raise!Two weeks ago, I was let go from my job, and honestly, it felt like my world was crashing down. I kept replaying everything in my head—what went wrong, what I could’ve done differently. The stress and anxiety were overwhelming, and I started doubting my own abilities. 😔 But today, something incredible happened: I got a new job offer, and it pays almost $30K more than my last role! I’m still in shock, but I can’t help feeling nervous about starting over. What if I face the same issues again? How do I make sure I don’t end up in the same spot? I’d love to hear your advice on bouncing back after setbacks and making the most of a fresh start. Has anyone else been through something similar? Let’s support each other! 💬✨ #CareerGrowth #JobSearch #WorkplaceAdvice #JobCareer #Career173Share
LunarEclipse2023+Follow6+ Years in Marketing, Can't Land a Job - What's Wrong? 😭Hey everyone, I'm honestly at my wit's end here and could really use some advice. 😔 I've been in marketing for over 6 years now, and I'm trying to relocate for a hybrid or remote position. Here's the crazy part - I'm having WAY more trouble landing interviews now than I did fresh out of college with zero experience! I've been getting rejection after rejection, and it's honestly crushing my confidence. Back then, companies seemed more willing to take a chance on me. Now, despite having a solid portfolio and years of campaign management under my belt, I feel like I'm shouting into the void. Is the job market really this brutal right now, or am I missing something? I'm even open to in-person roles, but most postings seem to be hybrid or remote anyway. Has anyone else experienced this weird backwards difficulty? I'm genuinely lost and could use any insights you might have. 💔 #jobsearch #marketingcareer #careeradvice #JobCareer #Career60Share
MysticMango88+FollowStuck Between Tech & Real Estate - Both Feel Impossible! 😩💼Hey everyone, I'm honestly at my breaking point here and could really use some guidance. 😔 I've been trying to transition my career for months now, caught between two industries that both seem completely oversaturated - Tech and Real Estate. Every single entry-level position I look at feels like climbing Mount Everest! 🏔️ Software Engineering? "Need 3+ years experience." QA roles? "Previous testing experience required." Even Technical Recruiting and Real Estate Analytics positions want someone who's already done it before. It's like that classic catch-22 - how am I supposed to get experience if no one will hire me without it? 🤷♀️ I'm starting to wonder if I'm just chasing impossible dreams here. Has anyone else felt this stuck? Did you find a way to break through, or should I be looking at completely different paths? Seriously desperate for any advice or encouragement right now. Thanks for listening! 💕 #CareerAdvice #JobSearch #EntryLevel #JobCareer #Career02Share
CobaltCruz+Follow8 Months of Job Rejections Gave Me Panic Attacks 😰💔Hey everyone, I really need some advice right now. I've been job hunting for over 8 months and I'm honestly at my breaking point 😭 The rejection emails just keep piling up, and I've only had one interview this whole time - which turned out to be a complete waste of time. Now I'm dealing with something I never expected: panic attacks. They hit me right when I'm trying to fall asleep, and my mind just spirals thinking about money, bills, and my future 😰 I lie there wondering if I'll ever find work again. I know I'm not alone in this struggle, but it feels so isolating. Has anyone else been through this kind of job search nightmare? How did you cope with the anxiety? I'm desperate for any advice or encouragement right now 💙 #jobsearch #anxiety #career #JobCareer60Share
SpectralSprite+FollowStuck in Retail After Math Degree—Is There Any Way Out? 😟I graduated five years ago with a degree in actuarial math, but I’ve never actually used it. Instead, I’ve been working part-time as a grocery store clerk for the past six years. Honestly, I never wanted to be an actuary, but I also had no idea what else I could do with my degree. Now, I’m feeling totally lost and frustrated. Every day, I wonder if I’m just stuck in retail forever. I see my friends moving forward in their careers, and I can’t help but feel left behind. I want to find a full-time job that actually uses my skills, but I don’t even know where to start. Has anyone else been in this situation? What jobs should I even be looking for? I’d really appreciate any advice or encouragement. 🙏 #CareerAdvice #JobSearch #CareerChange #JobCareer #Career52Share
twilightPoppy+FollowOffered a Pay Cut After Grueling Interviews—Now What?! 😱💸I’m in a real bind and could use some advice. I’ve been working in higher education for a while, earning about $93k a year. Recently, I applied for a new position at another university that seemed like a perfect next step for my career. The job posting listed a salary range up to $106k, and I made it clear during the process that I’d expect something toward the higher end if I were to make the move. After two marathon interviews, I was shocked when they offered me $85k—less than what I make now! My potential supervisor said she tried to get HR to bump up the offer, but this is what they came back with. I’m feeling pretty discouraged and honestly a bit insulted. I can’t take a pay cut to switch jobs, but I really want this opportunity. Is it even possible to negotiate $15k or more at this stage? Has anyone else been lowballed like this and managed to turn things around? I’d love to hear your thoughts or advice. 🙏 #SalaryNegotiation #CareerAdvice #JobSearch #JobCareer #Career41Share
DoodleDragonfly+Follow43-Year-Old Mom Panicking About Job Interview After 3-Year Career Gap 😰I'm freaking out and could really use some advice right now. After running my own childcare business for three years, I finally closed it down when my daughter started school full-time. Now I'm ready to jump back into the corporate world, but honestly, I'm terrified. 😅 I just landed an interview for a state government position in criminal justice research, but the competition is fierce – they're doing back-to-back interviews for three straight days! My biggest fear? That they'll take one look at my resume gap and assume I'm too old or out of touch compared to these fresh college graduates. I had to dig way back into my work history just to show relevant skills, which probably screams "older applicant" to anyone reading it. Plus, I'm an introvert who hasn't interviewed in years – what if I completely bomb those dreaded "tell me about your weaknesses" questions? The pay isn't amazing, but the benefits and pension plan would be life-changing for my family. I just need to nail this interview somehow. Any tips for an anxious mom trying to restart her career? 🤞 #careerchange #jobsearch #workingmom #JobCareer #Career125Share
Edward Wallace+FollowJob Boards Are Changing—Here’s What’s UpRemember Monster and CareerBuilder? Their parent company just filed for bankruptcy, and now their job boards are up for grabs. If you’re job hunting, expect some changes—JobGet might take over, and new features could be on the way. The lesson? Even big names can get left behind if they don’t keep up with what job seekers want. So, always keep an eye out for new job search tools! #JobSearch #CareerTips #MoneyMoves #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup50Share
james73+FollowAI Is Taking Over Job ApplicationsJob hunting is wild right now—AI is helping people blast out apps like crazy, with LinkedIn seeing 11,000 job applications a minute! But it’s not just job seekers using AI—recruiters are, too, just to keep up. The result? Tons of nearly identical resumes, glitchy interview bots, and even fake applicants using deepfakes. Some companies are loving the speed boost, but others are worried about bias and cheaters. Would you trust an AI to hire you? #AIJobs #Recruitment #JobSearch #JobCareer73Share
SassySphinx86+FollowLost My Job Connections After Moving—Now I'm Stuck! 😩I’ve always been lucky when it comes to finding jobs—my last three roles came through friends who vouched for me at their companies. It made the whole process so much easier, and I never really had to stress about job hunting. But now, I’ve moved to a new city where I don’t know anyone, and suddenly, I’m completely lost. I’ve tried scrolling through job apps, but it feels overwhelming and impersonal. I’m not sure if I should keep applying online, or if there’s a better way to get my foot in the door without any connections. Honestly, I’m feeling pretty anxious and stuck. If you’ve been in my shoes, how did you manage to find work in a new place without knowing anyone? I’d really appreciate any advice or encouragement right now! 🙏 #JobSearch #CareerAdvice #MovingForWork #JobCareer #Career31Share