I can't get a job to save my life (1500+ applications) | Tech 2024

This is going to be a more of a raw video. In my other videos I try to extract the life lessons from my experiences. But, in this video I just want to cover how frustrating my tech job hunt journey has been after getting laid off in July 2023. I cover my layoff story, my job hunting methods, nightmare stories of dealing with employers, and how I'm REALLY feeling instead of what I convey in my other videos.
If you've been job hunting (especially in tech), feel like nothing's working, and you've also been job searching for a while now, I'm right there with you.
If you have any referrals, please send an email to [e-mail] and I'd be happy to send you my resume/linkedin.
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1. Never search alone book: amzn.to/3WUDuwq
2. Never search alone - join a job search council: www.phyl.org/
3. Support groups for starting over in life or job hunting: linktr.ee/life_with_jeremy
🎬 Video chapters:
00:24 My layoff story
01:13 My job hunt phases / methods
02:14 Results of job hunt methods
03:45 Employer horror stories and challenges
08:21 How I'm really doing (no bs)
10:45 What type of Product role I'm looking for (give me a shout if you know of anything that fits this)
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[@bitcoinski]

90% of the jobs I ever scored was thru networking. Without powerful friend or family connections...a college degree is basically worthless. That IS the black pill we all must swallow. Nepotism is still rampant.

[@Life_with_Jeremy]

Yup, networking is key. Over 80% of my jobs were via networking.

[@rogerbartlet5720]

This is all true - But a college education that is aligned with a life career is not a waste of time. What sucks now is the economy and we're being lied to about it. When the economy sucks all those things you listed become more important - i.e. who you know, not what you know.

[@CruceEntertainment]

Not necessarily nepotism, but a strong network, like you originally said yourself before contradicting yourself.

[@RebeccaMaria94]

Then they need to cancel student loans

[@DenshaOtoko2]

Same here. Unless it's being a streamer or influencer or gamer. But even then making a living is hard. Free lancing or gig work or going into business maybe or being a tradesmen or the military or ministry.

[@em1m2izzy]

Had a virtual interview set up. Showed up to teams and waited 20 minutes, no one showed up. I got an email for rescheduling, showed up the next time waited 45 minutes no one showed up. Reached out to the recruiter no answer, i went to check the position on the site it wasn't there anymore. We keep pushing though.

[@Life_with_Jeremy]

companies play too much nowadays

[@christinabaker3210]

sorry to hear this, so many ghost jobs and disrespect :(

[@GATURKS]

That is terrible!!!!!!!!

[@01michellehall]

That’s horrible. 😢

[@SammyC-ro5jq]

It's crazy. :( couple years ago the companies were at the mercy of the workers and desperately needed them. It was a joke on tiktok about the trend to job hop or quit. Now companies hold all the power again. they jumped on AI to find ways to get more work done with a smaller workforce and now they're not interested in hiring.

[@Meantweetsforthewin]

I am now at 7 months unemployed. I have exhausted my savings, my 401K, and I have begun to sell things just to earn money. Where I live it's rural so I have to look at an hour or more drive for any positions. I am so tired of these fake job postings that don't exist, or these fake youtube wfh jobs that are scams. I want to work. I need to work. Why is it so hard to find a job that pays more than poverty wages?

[@user-ni8df8ho2s]

Poverty wages are better than no money. Go cut grass

[@sandman.38]

That’s terrible, i’m rooting for you man

[@abdullakc]

I have been unemployed for 2 years now😮

[@user-jw3gb8di6m]

@@user-ni8df8ho2s 😂

[@GoLakers3900]

Are you really looking for any type of jobs or just the ones you happen to like?

[@OfficialDarkSoulMusic]

I am 31 and in the same situation. Stay strong. We can't give up.

[@Baraka_SYP]

Wishing you all the best!

[@retrox64games]

Me too bro 31 with 2 bachelor degrees, i think its time to buy a business screw working a job

[@jenniferwilliams1858]

Just a suggestion, take the test to be a certified k-12 teacher, until you find the job you want. This way you will have benefits and stay current on the advances in your field. Another suggestion, Chicago Public Schools pay very well and there are a lot of schools to choose from.

[@dennistyler9852]

My momma didn’t raise no quitters…

[@anniedeborahchinungo4434]

I’m in the same situation. It’s tough

[@bigx9963]

I have a BS degree in computer engineering. When I got laid off, I find myself working on constructions such as roofing, plumbing, install sprinkler system and etc. Made much more money than working for a company. Yes, it is up to you to learn a new skills.

[@RubbingPotatoes]

How do you not find a job with a computer engineering degree ???

[@jtowensbyiii6018]

​@RubbingPotatoes it's pretty easy not to, it's literally the hardest industry in the US to get a job AND has the shortest career span due to horrible work conditions

[@bigx9963]

@@RubbingPotatoes Rough time and most electronics, computer manufacturing/engineering jobs were in China. just like now.

[@adamlaframboise6796]

You mean labour skills with Engineering; you will never get a chance at engineering.

[@JohnWalsh2019]

@@RubbingPotatoes because companies are cutting these jobs like crazy. AI is going to take a lot of these jobs and more. We are also in a recession heading to a depression and WW3. Learn new skills, like how to live off grid.

[@lloydthurstondinwiddieakag297]

I've been unemployed for 8 months! I've lost my apt, self-esteem, hope... Im currently homeless! I got a, job offer three weeks into the job the company laid off the entire staff! Now I'm back on the street .... Im 45. Had a thriving career and now I sleep on a concrete ledge. I even went to apply at McDonald's only to be scheduled two interviews, show up for these interviews, sit for hours waiting to be called just to be told they're not hiring or they have hiring freeze. This nightmare has taught me so much about life, this country, opportunity and power. Who knows what the future holds.. One thing is for sure ... When your broke, hungry and homeless nobody knows ur name!

[@testowykana1763]

No matter the circumstances, you are valuable human being! Keep a healthy life routine, keep looking for a job, I'll be praying for you.

[@TierraSurNow]

wow... didn't you save some money from when you had a job, unless you should have a car where to sleep.. I was laid off close to my 60s but i have savings and a car.. i starting to buy and resell things... no the same as my old wages but it helps.

[@flarand]

Jeremy - I appreciate your honest video. I'm much older than you and in a different industry (finance), but I went through something similar during the great financial crisis of 2009 -2011. All the jobs evaporated, and I went from being an in-demand C-level to a nothing burger. It took me 18 months to find something new. I found a position through networking. I took much lower compensation and changed focus from management to sales. It was a learning experience. After a couple of years, I founded my own company and have been working my way back up ever since. I'm here to validate that the people who are still working don't get it. I had people comment on how they would "take anything" just to get back to work. Except in a bad market "anything" isn't really hiring. You will get through this with effort and a willingness to pivot. Your first pivot might not even be the right one, but it's for you to learn. Best of luck to you.

[@phillipsnichole2857]

My question to all is at what point, if any, do we begin to sell ourselves short just to be working? Be honest - how many of us are selling out and how many of us are gangsta turning down miserable offers.

[@dellyndigital]

Jeremy, you’re amazing. Working though the darkness and now you’re in the light 💡

[@pinoyheartbeat7245]

I'm taking your comment seriously. I'm about to hit my 11 month being unemployed.

[@dellyndigital]

@@pinoyheartbeat7245 wow 😯 I hope you find something soon. If you need assistance let me know.

[@susanv7415]

I lost a job in Academia, with a graduate degree from the Ivys, in 2009. The collapse of the economy impacted Universities and extramural funding via feds/state/private foundation. I consulted for a year, but needed health insurance. I got a job at Starbucks. Entry level. Got up at 2:45 am for 4 years. Years later I have a good job in the retail sector. I work harder than anything I did prior. I had to humble myself greatly. I had to survive.

[@NicolasD414]

I was in your situation in 2005. I was a manufacturing engineer and I got layed off and couldn't find a job for over a year. My girlfriend at the time left me, I have no saving, no more 401K to withdraw. I was depressed. I ended up sleeping on my brother's sofa for over a year because I got no place to go. I exhausted every option in looking for a job. I finally ended up working for Target store. The money was less than half what I was making as an engineer. Not that working for Target is bad, it's just that I never thought I would work for a retail store. The hours were horrible especially during holidays but it kept me alive and sane. So my point is, some time you have to hit way bottom and scrape for pennies before things will turn around. I was one nostril above water for a few years. It taught me to do whatever it takes to survive. “Do not pray for an easy life, pray for the strength to endure a difficult one” ― Bruce Lee

[@seriejohnson698]

You can pray for an easy life and if it becomes difficult, pray for the strength to endure. And you will need that strength because most things in life are difficult. It is a hard knock life - The Annie movie. 😂

[@chibba]

dam what happened to that gf? You got a new gf now?

[@NicolasD414]

@@chibba Don't know what happened to her. No regrets. If I stayed with her, we probably would have end up divorced anyway. All things happened for a reason.

[@HughJass-jv2lt]

@@NicolasD414 i like Target. i made some real connections with real people working my retail gig.

[@rickthomas422]

I'm curious, but did you wait a year before getting the target job? And if so, do you regret waiting? I see these videos like this guy, and I'd go nuts sitting at home. I'd take any kind of job I could get after 30 days, and then spend my time off applying for new jobs.

[@quaithom3138]

My best friend got laid off, and it took him 3 plus years to find the right job. He had several interviews, in which he thought a job offer was imminent, but never came. He finally landed the "right" job, and he is thriving. Do not get mental down on yourself; you can't control the job market. Your job is coming, and it will be the right one. Continue to believe in yourself!

[@henrytep8884]

We’re heading into a recession and the dude is struggling and AI exists. Many of these “white collar” jobs are gone once they’re cut. You’re not telling him anything that is going to put food on good table or help him existentially.

[@Johnny-Utah-91]

3 years is a looooong f'n time.. unemployment benefits don't last that long.

[@willp.8120]

And say, "I'm good enough. I'm smart enough, and doggonit, people like me "

[@rodneyh1947]

@@Johnny-Utah-91 He probably supplemented by selling drugs.

[@leehalloway8787]

I struggled for a good year and a half, though I did do a lot of temp jobs (I took whatever temp opportunity that I could find). Edit: I now work at a great job with friendly co-workers, good pay, and great benefits. I got this job partly because I knew a guy who knew a guy at the company. You have to know someone, if you are a random person applying you may be invisible.

[@tonybrit2k]

started off in the UK as a welder two years later I was training in the US military to be a helicopter mechanic , left the military 8 years later , worked aviation for another 5 years , learned how to install windshields and stared my own business , also worked in Seattle wa as a mortgage loan officer for two years , also worked sales selling roofing , then went back to installing windshield . Guess what i am trying to say is quit the career path your on and try another path completely .

[@Life_with_Jeremy]

definitely consider switching into a different role and industry

[@fernando-loula]

I do think this could be good, but it does still seem reasonable that tech will pick up some steam in the next years.

[@1KingFisher]

This isn’t the same world you grew up in. Nobody wants to hire you without experience, no matter how easy the job is to learn. If they do give you a chance, they’re starting you out at minimum wage. Unless you can afford to take a pay cut, I don’t see it as a possibility. Just my experience is that I’m a civil engineer. If I tried to leave my management position, they’d say I’m not technical enough anymore to be a design engineer. If I wanted to do that, I’d have to start at the bottom again and take a 40% pay cut. If I left the engineering field altogether, they’d say I have no experience in it. It’s the same reason new college grads are having such a hard time getting a job. Entry level jobs want 5 years experience. Jobs consider you incompetent if you don’t already do the job they’re hiring for. They won’t give you a chance to learn unless you are their family or friend. Other than that, leaving to a new field just isn’t reasonable.

[@fernando-loula]

@@1KingFisher I think I could not agree more, as hard as it takes, as long as need be, you should always consider stiking to what you got. Market sucks right now.

[@TheOtomo]

I also wanted to tell you something similar. Time to change career path.

[@shoshanas5251]

My husband has 15 yrs IT experience and got laid off in Sep 2023. He has also been applying almost daily, I’d say total of 1500. The sad part is that we keep seeing the same jobs posted & still not filled? More remote jobs that are posted 1 day having 100+ applicants already! We have 4 kids and a mortgage to pay. It is demoralizing.

[@MobileGamingChronicles]

Yeah it's really sad how you're looked at as if you'll be making money for life, while life can take your job at any moment and give you nothing to replace it. 😢😢😢

[@dingdongchingchong8659]

Why didn't you have a backup plan?

[@shoshanas5251]

@@dingdongchingchong8659 We figured it’s a wake up call to pursue business. Still applying (for extra cash) while biz is still starting & money has not started coming in. Done with business plan, incorporation and next is bank. He also has 2 potential clients already. Most small biz are also struggling I guess. You need to spend $ to make $. Often people want to DIY to save! We all need to realize how school messed us up into working for someone & saving money. We should all be entrepreneurs. Don’t worry we are working on fixing the issue.

[@shoshanas5251]

@@dingdongchingchong8659 Also we were pretty good with our finances even before. We have a rental, car is paid off, credit card bills are all fully paid every month. Even our 2 properties before we got them we put in 20% DP. Even though we have 4 kids they are not spoiled brats always asking for stuff. But since 2020 it has been an uphill battle & I know it’s true for almost everyone. We keep pressing on because we are over-comers, we are not quitters

[@lucia-di-lammermoor]

​@@dingdongchingchong8659 A backup plan for her husband's career?

[@BelajarEksporImpor]

hey man, just sharing, that I was unemployed for almost 3 years before I got a job. in between, I learn how to make money from other ways (dropshipping, content creation, affiliate marketing, etc). now I'm still keeping my side income on top of my full time job (just in case I'm being let go in the future). but keep your head up and while applying for jobs, just keep focusing on making money via other ways. being a corporate employee is not the only way to make a living, wish you all the best

[@80sNewWaveGeek]

I'm going the opposite route. After searching for a full time job for a year, I landed one in March '23. Now I'm looking at side hustles and passive income streams to seek financial independence and not be beholden to the job market again (the biggest time waster of life as I've experienced).

[@lifeofvilla]

A lot of the times there will be a new job posting, you apply, and then in two days suddenly "the position has been filled". Most of the time this is employers posting a job application to see who would take a lower salary and do more work, testing the market, to get ready to PIP someone or fire.

[@Life_with_Jeremy]

This makes a lot of sense.

[@georgeandersen1173]

I think also usually they already know who they will hire but it is required by law to make a public job posting

[@NYRyder1983]

Not only that. They interview candidates only to reject them for "internal candidates"; as in candidates that are already working in their industry.

[@eXclusive1]

Harsh life

[@jbalmir01]

Very sensible line of thought

[@gr657]

If you're 35 that means you just missed the 2008 recession. My first degree was computer science and I graduated right into the recession, one friend who graduated a year prior got into a bootcamp and got a cushy job at Northrup Grumman, and that new grad program was shut 3 months before I graduated. Needless to say I never made it in tech and am in Healthcare now. I don't mean to sound bitter, but none of the root causes 2008 were fixed, the entire economy was held together on 0% interest rates and bubbles. Sometimes I feel like I'm the only one that learned a f* lesson from those days.

[@Malibu722]

It was tough times I graduated with degree 2010. and can find a job so I went for masters. Luckily I made to tech. But now I am out of work due to maternity break 😢

[@jmac4952]

Absolutely correct. It's all synthetic now.

[@johnsmith1953x]

Partially true. Just remember, if you have a $200,000/year job, don't think you'll have that forever. Save it, spend thrifty as you will never know.

[@ewidontlikeyou]

defense contractors love hiring people, right? even those with only trades (plumbing, electricians)?

[@ChicagoJ351]

2008 was the worst time ever to enter the workforce. I think if you wanted to get into tech you could with your background.

[@epic_evryday]

Thank you for sharing. It's rare to get such a raw view into a person's life, especially with a situation such as now. ​

[@wrobinnes]

Saying a prayer for you now. I'm so sorry you're going through this. I was in tech and unemployed in 2001 and it suuuuuuuucks. You're smart, articulate and have learned from your mistakes so I'm confident you'll be fine.

[@user-mr5pk5ys3w]

keep your head up, man. im right there with you! thanks for making this video. helps people like me through this tough time.

[@MissAnn-xu9oo]

This ghosting thing I can't wrap my mind around it Good to know I am now imagining things.

[@KieleciaCoker]

The worst is when the job you apply for is a ghost job. It's already filled, and they have no intention of hiring anyone new. They just do the application and interview process to waste the applicant's time. Why are so many companies doing this lately?

[@devantetoppin7879]

I mean in a way it's a good thing if that happens to you. It's rude as all hell but seriously that's a bullet dodged. Any organization that does that has some serious issues that you are probably gonna end up regretting soon enough if the job is actually real and you do get it. So many of those jobs are fake though and the companies are just going through the motions for various reasons.

[@BM_100]

​@@KieleciaCoker They do it to appear as if they are hiring equal opportunity to avoid lawsuits but its all fake

[@FreestyleJameZ]

The average American is the foundation of this nation's economy, therefore if their money vanishes, unemployment will rise and the message "You have an unexpected month" will emerge. If you have a lot of student loans that are coming due, that money will run out very soon.

[@angelodgreat6561]

By then, a minimum of one cut Given that it will be discussed throughout the election, I think it happened in September. Given that it's a retirement issue, I think the FED will implement changes in September. If in September they don't make any cuts

[@FreestyleJameZ]

I have this much in a taxable brokerage account, this much in a standard IRA, this much in a bank account, and this much in an employer-sponsored 401(k) plan. At the moment, I have 30% in equities and 70% in bonds, or a similar allocation. Her contact information is *Leah* *Foster* *Alderman* Thus, when she responds to your initial meeting, which should be provided to you at no cost, you should have a very clear picture of your current condition.

[@agentjacob4099]

Excellent assessment of her, but the economy is thriving 😂😂

[@luigipreti2823]

I am truly sorry for what you are going through and hope you find a great job soon. Wishing you all the best, Jeremy!

[@JasonIz-kb7zf]

On the same page here. The most difficult part of the layoff is pause on the career where you see others grow but you stagnate. This is the most horrible part of being layoff and waiting for a role

[@Life_with_Jeremy]

I totally relate to this. It feels so unfair

[@vedantpatel2131]

This

[@ezra420420]

who cares

[@nicholaspetitt1606]

@@ezra420420 You may not care if you have a job. But if you ever get picked for a layoff, I hope you never do. You will care then.

[@davedsilva]

Do your start up aligned to your career. No excuses necessary.

[@blahduh]

Been laid off for 2 month and I feel ya, the market definitely feels worse compared to 2 years ago. I'm actively applying for federal jobs atm so I can get out of the tech field, the pay is shit but i care about stability more than anything

[@Life_with_Jeremy]

I get that, I've applied to a few gov jobs too for that reason.

[@inquirer1016]

Don't be so down on the federal pay scale. You have to start somewhere. With a federal position, you can move up the pay grade and factor in the medical and pension value. Not many companies offer pension these days. Also consider state and local government positions as well. I have retired friends getting 6-digit pensions from federal and local governments. Now a days, truth is, it's not so easy to get a government position.

[@rachelm9350]

its vastly worse than its been in the last 6 years.

[@alphaomega1351]

I'm employed and wish I could leave IT. Actually, I wish I could leave corporate America 🇺🇸 altogether. After many decades I'm just sick of the hierarchical political meetings for the sake of meetings nonsense. Problem is that I make what most would consider a very good income. It'd be hard earning the same starting fresh in a new blue collar job. But man, am I sick 😫 of this corporate crap. 😳

[@williemo44]

I went through this last year. Drained my savings (was blessed to have saved some money when working) I needed to supplement the unemployment check. I landed a job the week of my final unemployment check. I went through being ghosted after a couple of rounds in interviewing, applying for jobs that probably didn’t exist. The job I ended up landing was probably the only one of the lot where a human being received my resume, was impressed and sent me a text message and that text turned into a 30 minute phone call followed by an in person interview. Many companies use these AI style applicant tracking systems that will toss out resumes based upon keywords, they also toss out resumes that are designed to infiltrate those same keyword rules. Getting a job was never as difficult before in my life prior to my period of unemployment last year. Praying for the gentleman in the video. Hang in there, something will come through. 🙏🏽

[@tlo0542]

I appreciate you sharing all of this. Everything you expressed and even some of the interview experiences you had is exactly what I have been experiencing over the past 15 months as I look for a new position as well. I've had alot of ups and downs as well, it's been exhausting and demoralizing

[@BeresDrager]

*Money is not meant to control people, rather it is meant to be put to work producing more money for you. You cannot build wealth without putting money in its rightful place*

[@SofiaYANKELEVITCH]

People dont understand that the prices of things are never going back down. This inflation is deeper than we think. Those buying groceries are well aware that the real inflation is much over 10%. The increments dont match our income, yet certain investors still earn over $365,000 in stocks and assets. Wish I could accomplish that.

[@LELANDJONES10]

Very possible! especially at this moment. Profits can be made in many different ways, but such intricate transactions should only be handled by seasoned market professionals.

[@FegaroScheu]

Some persons think inves'tin is all about buying stocks; I think going into the stock market without a good experience is a big risk, that's why I'm lucky to have seen someone like Brian Humphery Services.

[@MartinesGuziczek]

Finding yourself a good broker is as same as finding a good wife, which you go less stress, you get just enough with so much little effort at things

[@FegaroScheu]

Brian demonstrates an excellent understanding of market trends, making well informed decisions that leads to consistent profit

[@SenorDonut.]

Hey Jeremy, I just wanted to say you'll get through this bro. All the best, you will get a position soon!

[@InspoAlley]

I know you've heard it before, but you're not alone. Thousands are going through similar experiences, myself included, constantly hitting walls. 50% job posting feels like they're all fake just to collect data from applicants. Getting ghosted and even jobs recinded seems to be the norm these days. Companies are taking advantage of the current situation and putting people through the ringer for lowball pay. Keep your head up.

[@Life_with_Jeremy]

Thanks, companies are definitely taking advantage

[@starscream6629]

Might be millions at this point

[@pearlsswine]

"any job application that didn't go well for me is not a real job" Is the most narcissistic cope I've heard all day

[@Grimmtht]

Been applying to jobs since Jan. Masters degree, qualified. You aren't alone, the market is terrible.

[@AlbatrossWhisper]

@@Grimmtht same here. Just landed a role. Its not high pay but itll do

[@astralmatrix]

Hey man, thanks for sharing. The tech job market is very tough at the moment, hang in there and keep at it. Best wishes

[@ArchIVEDCinema]

I just lost my job as a civil engineer, and it feels like I can't get another to save my life. Interviews keep feeling like they're going great, until a week later they tell me they won't give me an offer. All anyone ever tells me is, "Everyone is hiring!" And, "With an engineering degree, you'll have no trouble getting a job!". People say experience is what you need, but my prior experience doesn't seem to be worth anything, I guess. 😮‍💨

[@oldmoney1022]

How long have you been on the hunt?

[@ArchIVEDCinema]

@oldmoney1022 Going on about 2 months. Maybe I'm just not patient enough. 🤷🏼‍♂️ But the thing is, most people seem to be complaining that they can't get interviews. I've had about 5 or 6 interviews just in the last few weeks, one of them was even a referral from a previous director I worked under, but nobody is giving me an offer. Maybe I'm saying something wrong? Idk but I honestly don't feel like the interviews are going poorly. In fact, I leave most of them thinking they went well. Maybe I'm lying to myself or missing something obvious, but I genuinely don't know.

[@hmoobmikah]

Just go into the trades, bro. Everyone drank the kool-aid of "Learn to code, bro" white collar and STEM jobs. Now the cheap interest rates, stimulus is drying up. No more tech start up making zero profits, growth only, companies. When investors are finally going to look for growing profitable companies.

[@ArchIVEDCinema]

@@oldmoney1022 A couple months

[@ArchIVEDCinema]

@hmoobmikah I mean, idk if what you're describing really describes my situation. I was a civil/structural and transmission line engineer working for a company under the Quanta umbrella, which I'm pretty sure is one of, if not the leading EPC company in utilities and power delivery in North America, and did about $3 billion in profit in 2023. (~$20 billion in revenue) and I think had one of the fastest growing stock prices the S&P has ever seen. (Luckily, I happened to own a bit of it in my own small and large cap index funds, lol) But yeah, working with contractors and going on site-visits, I'd often catch myself thinking, "maybe I should've became a lineman and be one of the guys actually building the shit that I design" lol. They're in huge demand and I know they can make bank. Hard work, though.

[@mfrancisco_850]

3 years here looking as well i have gone through all of these emotions so im right there with you 💝

[@PiperZeus]

Same here. It sucks that a company's failure to plan and budget correctly has resulted in us being viewed as less than attractive hires. I have never been without a job this long in my life and it is so hard to find the desire to keep going. Therapy helps, but that costs money. So I need money to go to therapy, but if I was making money, I wouldn't need the therapy in the first place. My apologies for the rant. The TLDR is I know what you mean about struggling with a 3 year job search.

[@BadMannerKorea]

The average time to find a job is around 5-6 months. The fact you’re at 3 years speaks volumes about your inability to make proper changes to your approach. Sorry, but you’re doing something horribly wrong…

[@PiperZeus]

@@BadMannerKorea Out of curiosity, when was your last job search?

[@BadMannerKorea]

@@PiperZeus Ah see, instead of taking responsibility, you go for the attack-a question with an obvious attempt to undermine me in some way. You reveal yourself as plain as can be. How about instead you ask “out of curiosity, what is it do you think I could do better?” Or even better, you list out multiple reasons you haven’t found a job yet, and trust me, there are many.

[@PiperZeus]

@@BadMannerKorea It was a legitimate question. A genuine attempt at civil discourse.

[@miki410]

Stumbled across this video. I'm so sorry you're going through this. I wish I could lend a helping hand but this is not my industry at all. I'll be sending you positive energy and good wishes!

[@kelechin.1977]

Job market is ass. Don’t give up man. You got this. You’re in my prayers

[@Hdwrguy]

I feel you dude. This is absolutely the worst job market in my lifetime. I am employed but looking to move on. It has not been easy at all. All I can say is....just keep swimming...blessing to you.

[@scottfranco1962]

I just came off 6 months of unemployment. I think I and everyone has sympathy for this. Its a very tough market. I lost count of applications, but I am sure it was in the 100's.

[@BrianWaller-qe7gr]

Probably the worst part of applying is you have to fill out all your info over and over. I tried the resume parsing but it hardly ever works correctly

[@leanlifer]

@@BrianWaller-qe7gr Mine works just fine and filled information with at least 90% accuracy. Just to rewrite your resume in LaTex. There are plenty of templates out there.

[@slkchao]

Hi Jeremy, thank you for the video and your honest narration. You have done everything within your control so absolutely hold your head high. I pray you get something great soon🙏

[@chevy4x466]

I am 53. Man, after college, nothing worked out for me. Me 20-30s were a total disaster job wise. At 40 I trained for a casino dealer job and have doing it since. Me and my wife have just paid off our house and we have a net worth of about half a Millie. Life is hard, but stick with it sir.

[@mantisheadart1264]

Fellow table games dealer!!!

[@jermainemyrn19]

Casino dealers make that much?

[@mantisheadart1264]

@@jermainemyrn19 as a 23 year old with no degree It’s pretty good! My family has two decades working at table games so prior to the auditions to get the job, I was able to get training without forking any cash for it. Casino gigs are very transferable and flexible, as long as you can pass a background check and drug test. The base pay is pretty shite, the tips are where it’s at.

[@lilygirllisa]

​@@jermainemyrn19Not anymore 😅

[@chevy4x466]

@@jermainemyrn19 no, but that tech worker was in an overpaid position. That is why he can’t replace his old job. At some point u gotta pursue a paying career

[@worldview2888]

Good day to this channel (Mr Jeremy) - i am extending my sincere thoughts towards you and i am (without any form "false" self-righteous way) telling you to KEEP GOING - PLEASE DON'T GIVE UP. You can do it. I am here to completely assure you that what you are going through is not even uncommon - it happens MUCH MORE than you can possibly imagine.

[@cpzehr]

I’m a generator technician and for the last 4 weeks they haven’t had work in my region. I’m still employed but the writing is more than just on the wall at this point 😂. Hard out here for all of us, keep your head up bro I’m 35 too. We’re gonna make it!

[@CarlosHernandez-zg8tz]

Got a BS in Parks and Recreation management. I realize i couldn't fulfill a career in that area due to all the nepotism and being pass up all the time. Change my career in the Traffic Signal/Engineering side as a signal tech. Im making more money then then any park worker or manager. Sometimes a career change is for the better.

[@DoAsInfiniity]

Good luck! continue to share your journey!!!

[@Sci-Fi_Fan296]

Wishing you all the best. Hang in there and keep moving forward.

[@apocalypticbean]

Thanks for sharing. Unfortunate but informative. Hope you find something soon. I reckon anything would be better at this point.

[@Life_with_Jeremy]

Thanks!

[@sammydeluka]

So sorry. You will finally get through this cycle. All the best.

[@xbalance]

Best wishes to you. Thanks for sharing your experiences.

[@NYRyder1983]

I lost my job in June 2023. I've been applying to so many jobs; hell even before I lost my job. I've been on several interviews. And none of those companies I've interviewed for would hire me. The job market is doing some fucked up shit to candidates. Just about a month ago, I interviewed for this position for a bank. They interviewed me twice within two weeks. Here I am believing that I'll finally have something because I was interviewed by them twice, only to find out that later that I was rejected. That was my most recent interview.

[@BluePrada]

you're part of the problem, applying for jobs when you already had one and you guys just apply for 💩s and giggles, youre part of the problem

[@NYRyder1983]

@@BluePrada how am I part of the problem for trying to find better opportunities?

[@ChineseRatfaceCHANG]

Because those without work are picked last, noone wants to hire unemployed people. ​@NYRyder1983

[@BrianWaller-qe7gr]

Getting a job seems to be in line with getting a girlfriend. A ton of trash you have to go through just to find one good one

[@sebbonxxsebbon6824]

The time to look for a job is when you have one! You are the one in the drivers seat!

[@sillfool511]

I've my Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering(3.8GPA) and Master in Robotic(3.9GPA) both at UCLA with around 1 year of research experience. I've been applying for a job since I graduated on June 2023. I'm willing to work any shift, on weekend, move to any state, travel 50% +, full time, part-time, contract, intern and only asking for $50,000 - $70,000 annually. I've applied way over 3000 job at this point (around 30-50 job applied a day), with barely any response let alone interview. I've tried everything: revise my resume many time, reach out to friend, recruiter, and even try to connect to the CTO or CEO directly on Linkedin. I felt so down and frustrated many time. The only thing that is keeping me sane is the gym and my right hand at this point.

[@CR-sj6px]

How old are you? Do you have previous job experience/how many years of internship? clean background check?

[@sillfool511]

@@CR-sj6px I’m 25. I didn’t do internship, but i join a robotic research lab at during my master for 1 year. I have clean background, and I don’t even drink nor smoke.

[@ssehe2007]

Start a company. With your background and money pouring into AI.

[@ultravioletiris6241]

I’m sorry but I think you made the mistake of going for GPA rather than networking and extracurricular projects

[@kiLLinEmSoFTly]

@@ultravioletiris6241don't be an asshole smh

[@jivepatrol6833]

I saw your video and wish you all the best. I'm a retired engineer and have been through the ups/downs of industry and big cold companies. Keep the faith and have positive affirmations that yes indeed you are going to get a job. It will happen.

[@robertbeckman2054]

I feel some of your pain. I was a software developer for 18 years. I happened to always be laid off for various reasons. It usually took months to find a job, but it was always a step up from the previous job. Well, after my last layoff in 2022, I realized that I was showing major signs of burnout. I didn’t care anymore. I talked with one recruiter who heard my “story”, and seemed to really care, but was ghosted. That is when I started feeling sick…literally sick that I had thought the IT sector was lucrative and always have a good job. I never applied for work in that field again. I’ve always been jealous of everyone around me who seem to have a life-lung high paying job. I really fell for it…the lies or misconceptions about how “there’s always work in programming and computers…it’s the future,” and other some such said to me by dozens of people since the late 90’s. The IT s

[@jimbochoo3316]

I have friends in tech that haven't been able to find jobs for a long time. There's just a lot of people in tech you're competing with due to the mass layoffs the last 2 years.

[@Life_with_Jeremy]

yea, the supply of jobs in tech has gone way down but there's an abundance of qualified candidates job hunting

[@disruptapps]

All of us unemployed techies should band together and open source everything to undermine those who digitally enslave us. What do you have to lose? I mean, if you can code a web app, f*ck em and start building your own - be your own boss and start undermining an ungrateful industry.

[@SoulOctavius]

​@@Life_with_Jeremy This is why I'm not rushing into it until I pick up a trade. So while I'm filling out those 1500+ applications. I can still make money to take care of myself. Cuz I dont have the patience. You have a strong skin to go through all those interviews.

[@SafeEffective-ls2pl]

I was in tech and changed careers back in 2010. Tech has booms and busts every 10 years or so. Lots of layoffs and your age and experience are more of a liability after you pass age 40.

[@BlueBalledMedia]

@@SafeEffective-ls2pl Do you mind sharing what industry you switched to? I'm asking for a friend...

[@Isaiah094]

Don’t feel left behind. If you’ve got a beating heart, sight, 10 toes and fingers and still having savings/loving friends & family then you’re good. Life has ups & downs. I been unemployed 8 months and this is what I’ve learned. Hope you can find a way to enjoy the remainder of the time off. Trust me, I understand.

[@joeswanson733]

time is ticking and none of us are getting any younger i think that's the nutshell of feelling left behind.

[@cpink6650]

Jeremy, thank you for sharing your story. I thought I was in this alone. I am currently unemployed, and my job search has been HORRIBLE! It makes me feel like these companies are playing games. I apply to jobs - when I call back, I get the run-around. Sometimes I get a denial email or no response at all. This has made me doubt myself. It makes me feel like I’m begging for a job. I’ve tried agencies, recruiters, applying online, and NOTHING has worked for me. Some days it’s difficult to get out of bed, especially when you hear about other people getting job offers, or have more than 1 job. It just feels like I have a target on my back. My prayers go out to everyone going through this struggle.

[@maahnii6555]

I can totally relate to that feeling of jealousy towards people with jobs. Thank you for sharing your experience. I feel like luck is huge part of landing the right kind of job.

[@Love-bo3df]

Story time: years ago I was unable to find a job in my chosen field despite all my efforts. After a few months I decided to swallow my pride and take a low status/low paying job as a cashier in a convenience store. I mean it’s a job and better that then sitting at home feeling sorry for myself right? I continued my job search and about 2/3 months later I did find a job in my field. Shortly after starting my new position I was called in for a meeting and was questioned as to why I took a job as a cashier, lol. I explained my reasoning and was then told that I was given the position because of it. Turns out it came down to myself and another person, I was told that professional we were equal. The deciding factor was my decision to work that cashier job! The boss said I know you will do what is necessary. I must also say that the cashier job also helped me to develop people-skills, a much needed skill to climb the ladder. No one has ever been paid to sit at home feeling sorry for themselves, do what you need to do 😊

[@annstewart8506]

Best comment ever! I can not sit around waiting for an ideal job. I have got a family to feed and as a single person can not be idle. Some money is better than none.

[@Love-bo3df]

@@annstewart8506 thank you ❤️, it changed my whole life perspective and I am proud of myself.

[@leanlifer]

​@@annstewart8506 The income is not everything. Having a job to do helps you keep a stable schedule and reduces anxiety unless you are ready to retire.

[@meld.4784]

Yup! I applied to Starbucks and Ulta and over stores…I’m going to take two part time jobs if I have to! I will NOT be homeless with my kids! I’m GOING to make it work

[@Love-bo3df]

@@meld.4784 good girl!

[@Justauri-asdfghjkl]

Im in the same boat - 1000+ applications Waitressing for now Debt up to my eyeballs Cant find a place to rent because I cant show proof of income

[@user-vw1tl6xy9l]

Is it happenning to you in the USA? Which city?

[@Justauri-asdfghjkl]

@@user-vw1tl6xy9l honestly I've applied across four states - ive been moving since I dont have a stable place to stay. Got a waitressing job in New York. Was in DC, VA, and NC for a few months this year too

[@pearlsswine]

Waitressing is taxable income, so you no doubt are getting paystubs. How do you not have proof lol? Your story doesn't add up and I'm guessing you left it vague because the details might not garner the same level of sympathy.

[@Justauri-asdfghjkl]

@@pearlsswine tips aren't on your paystub so when they say you need to make 4x the rent I can't include my tips which is the bulk of my paycheck so if I make 800 in a week - I can only show like 200 of that to qualify for an apartment Who said anything about sympathy ? Did you know people other than you have life experiences and sometimes they like to share them - especially under videos posted by people with similar experiences ...?

[@cassio7259]

My best wishes to you Jeremy! I'm sure things will turn out well for you. Please don't stop trying, although things look hard.

[@kevenCodes]

Been applying since last October. Supposed to hear back from two companies tomorrow after getting through the final interviews. I feel your pain mang.

[@Life_with_Jeremy]

Good luck! I hope good news is right around the corner for you

[@alphacentauri8083]

Referrals are not what they used to be. I thought I was a shoe -in when my friend called me informing me that there was an opening at the company he works for. The hiring manager even reached out to me because my past experience was tailor made for the position! I went through several rounds and prepared accordingly but they ended up ghosting me as well. I do have a remote sales job now with lots of earning potential. Let's see how it goes...

[@stratomaster891]

Yeah my team hired 3 new ppl 6 months ago. They reviewed 12 referrals and none of them were hired…

[@teddycooke8145]

You're incorrect. What most likely happened is your friend put in a good with the company (still very valuable) but either the person responsible for hiring or someone closer to the actual manager put in a personal connection that trumped yours. 9/10 they go with someone's recommendation not applications alone

[@alphacentauri8083]

@@teddycooke8145 They went with an internal candidate, or a promotion for lack of a better word. It's a lot less expensive than having to train and onboard an outside candidate. The candidate who put in his notice for the position in question was only with the company for four months before he resigned, which doesn't look good for the hiring manager. It's a publicly traded company and sales are down a bit. The emphasis is now on controlling cost in order to appease stock holders. When my friend told me that there were two internal candidates on the mix my gut instinct sounded the alarm bells. What ticked me off is that both the hiring manager and regional director didn't have the guts to call me and tell me. I had to track them down while they were banking on the "ignore and he'll go away" approach. There were lots of steps involved and I got good feedback. Oh well. I'm working now though, fully remote setting up shop in coffee establishments and my living room :)

[@kristilabrum1724]

I also had a very strong internal referral. Got a call from the recruiter and he was very excited about my skills and experience. Then I interviewed with the hiring manager. A week later I got the dreaded email that they were pursuing other candidates. Throughout my career if I got to interview with hiring manager 4/5 times I would get an offer. If I had an internal referral , the job was mine. Not anymore. They also had 1,800 people apply for this particular role. There was 1 job available and 1799 people wouldn't get it. The numbers become staggering. If you join LinkedIn premium it tells you how many people applied through the platform. That doesn't include internal candidates, people that recruiters are sending over and people who went directly to the website to apply. When you see 300 people applied via LinkedIn in the first 48 hours... you wonder if you should even apply at all.

[@kristilabrum1724]

I also had a very strong internal referral. Got a call from the recruiter and he was very excited about my skills and experience. Then I interviewed with the hiring manager. A week later I got the dreaded email that they were pursuing other candidates. Throughout my career if I got to interview with hiring manager 4/5 times I would get an offer. If I had an internal referral , the job was mine. Not anymore. They also had 1,800 people apply for this particular role. There was 1 job available and 1799 people wouldn't get it. The numbers become staggering. If you join LinkedIn Premium it tells you how many people applied through the LinkedIn platform. That doesn't include internal candidates, people that recruiters are sending over and people who went directly to the website to apply. When you see 300 people applied via LinkedIn in the first 48 hours... you wonder if you should even apply at all. I already feel like I've wasted so much time focusing on the job search when I can be building my own company. I know I have so much offer with my experience and skills. I don't want to waste it on a 3 year job search. Not to mention salaries in my industry (tech) have dropped significantly. A Sr Director would typically make $175 - 215k. Now that role is described as if it was a VP level and pays $135k - $175k. Sr Managers would land at about $140 - $180k. Now I see posts that list the salary band as $120 - $145k but the role requirements describe a Sr. Directors role. It's sort of a double whammy! Or triple whammy if you include inflation at 7%, car prices up 40% and homes up 47%.

[@johnnyguy9442]

Thank you for opening up about this. Your experience is very similar to my own.

[@TheOuterhaven]

I feel you, as I was recently laid off from my System Engineer job, two weeks ago. I've worked at this company for nearly 19 years. Looking for another job is scary and lots has changed since I worked there. What sucks is I wasn't laid off for my performance, it was the powers that be wanting to save some money and decided I wasn't worth it anymore. I hope you find something soon.

[@velvet_crush]

I'm experiencing the same thing and have had similar thoughts. It seems like many employers have the upper hand at the moment, which they might be exploiting. It also appears they might be gathering data or conducting research.

[@dario7071]

Boom 💥

[@leanlifer]

It's HR department trying to meet their goals of collecting enough resumes to put into "talent database", setup enough interviews to save their asses. Otherwise they will be fired.

[@Caliburn2077]

"which they might be exploiting." They definitely are. There's no might be about it.

[@OwnNothingBeHappy519]

I feel you, I had a friend who applied to 6,000 jobs before he got his job but he also applied to just about every job out there. I think when people get to 10,000 + applications then it starts getting really bad.

[@michaelcheung3299]

thanks for posting this video it is helping so many people understand that it tough out there

[@djcalvin408]

Man… our story is identical! 25 plus years experience in the tech industry, and I’ve been unemployed for almost a year now. So far I’ve had 2 interviews, went through 5 rounds of interviews each, to only get ghosted by both. I have never seen well over 100 applicants for a single job posting in my entire career, until now.

[@havenpersonalcare7968]

Never thought hunting for job would be this difficult; thankfully I retired with 25 years in the Army with some passive income on rental properties @ 45 years old; I can't imagine what you're going through; all the best brother.

[@FartyOSharty]

Are you lying and trying to fool young people into joining your filthy military organizations that operates for a filthy government and filthy corporate interests?

[@shiner8375]

We don’t care you are ok. Nobody asked.

[@Roxana_Official]

@@shiner8375 he has 8 likes, so 8 people probably care. :) anyway... For people who can put their hands on some money, if they can buy 1 bitcoin, they can retire in 5 years

[@cocolove9916]

@@shiner8375 exactly

[@inquirer1016]

Thank you for serving. You did well. Glad you're in a good position.

[@craciunlabs]

Hey Jeremy thank you for sharing this video I have been self employed over 20 years now... just in the last 2 years i thought to get a 9 to 5 in tech since i did have the experience but after going through the madness of adapting to the job markets i realized there is no chance out there today.. so i pivoted back to serving clients instead. and this works Maybe starting a business for yourself is better than waiting for someone to take you in?

[@craciunlabs]

@@habababa1312 Look into personal branding. What actually makes you happy that whatever you do does not feel like is work rather fun. That's what i do.

[@lovethatforme]

@@habababa1312 While the market is very saturated there are many opportunities out there especially around niche products. From digital products, to niche ones to unique services. I'll give you one example because it's something I never would have thought of yet I worked in it few years ago. Pool table movers. You can't just move a pool table with friends, especially the ones that are 1 slate, you need to dissemble them. So basically you become a middle man service for getting quotes from local pool table movers for your customers that are calling, get the cheapest quote, tell your customers they need to do a deposit now with you and then the rest they pay in cash with the mover. What you offer is not only your middle man service but a warranty for any damage. Which often times there is no damage whatsoever. So you got a quote for $350, you're gonna charge them $700, they'll pay $350 with you now and the rest with the mover. Now in the company I worked for they paid you 10% of what the deposit was. So workers commission was $35. You'd think thats very little. But people were making around 1 to 4k USD per week in commissions. So my point is, there's many business ideas that people haven't even thought of. You just gotta think.

[@Life_with_Jeremy]

I agree on the point of starting my own business and paving my own way. What type of client work are you doing?

[@craciunlabs]

@@Life_with_Jeremy I help holistic professionals. eg. life coaches and anything in that niche. I meet them and see where they are and what their business need is and their vision they wish to bring. Took me a while to come to this point. If you are overqualified and i have a feeling you are then it could be the way to build or do client work as you did before.

[@Life_with_Jeremy]

@@craciunlabs got it, thank you for sharing

[@David-bz1ou]

Sorry to hear this, hopefully things get better.

[@contrive400]

Sending you best wishes. I wish I could help. I got laid off, then spent 8 months doing interviews. I even did five round interviews at one of the companies I applied for, then they ghosted me. I got so sick after that, maybe because of the stress I put myself through. So I recovered and kept applying, which helped me land a role I am in (I did not know anyone at that company). Keep applying, if you burn out, just take a break. Take good care of yourself and keep developing yourself, this is a really difficult job market.

[@RajDeelish]

Been unemployed 56 days. I send out 10 applications a day, so sitting at around 560 applications. Had 6 employer call back for 1st or 2nd round interviews. Never reached final round. Not good out there. Not good.

[@dellyndigital]

I am hoping it gets better for you. 2 months without work is a long time. Are you just sending the same resume to these jobs ?

[@qikstar]

Yo J, I come from tech sales + travel sales. Plenty of roles available in Chicago for product or sales. I’m coming off a 6 month sev + unemployment next month and I will start next week going hard applying. I’m not worried about not getting remote or hybrid tech sales job. I’m more worried about deciding between the ones to go with. Nothing beats sales my guy! I thought about going into product and interned with product teams while in sales, but learned I made more than everyone. Maybe consider pivoting into sales.

[@nikolaizaicev9297]

Have you ever asked yourself, why are there so many open positions in sales? You will "decide" between the jobs, until you will get fired from 2 or 3 after 2 months, which WILL happen to you. After that, you can forget the sales path. And yes, you will be fired, because 99% of sales departments are run by mor..ns, who set plans and quotas which can and shold never be met. If you go to a department that has a plan, quota or kpi linked to revenue, etc. Run for your life.

[@henryquinonez3022]

Man, I feel you. I was laid off July 2023 too and been struggling to get a permanent role and I have an MBA.

[@henryquinonez3022]

Keep pushing, we will find something soon!

[@yesthere5418]

I live in Indonesia, i have bachelor degree in computer, i have been out of 9-5 job now for 15 years after i opened my own business a small diner at a remote city in my country. I am so blessed i can live better financially now than when i work as employee. I now can buy car and a small house, when still employee i couldn't save money at all. In Indonesia baby Z also have trouble finding job since economy is generally so bad.

[@coolblue1812]

Good for you. Resilience and courage combined with creativity always trumps any higher education diploma 😁

[@BridgetsAnimalHouse]

Yep, I understand completely. I’m in the legal field and have been trying to land a job for 1 1/2 years now. I’ve never had a problem getting a job before.

[@cajuncrackerranch7990]

You’re not alone man. Since APR 2023 10 resumes per day and zero response

[@shermanngjazz]

I was laid off in April 2023 as well.

[@leanlifer]

This is really tough

[@dellyndigital]

Are you using the same resume or changing it up ?

[@cajuncrackerranch7990]

@@dellyndigital Man, I have changed my resume/cv more than diapers on my 4 children and my youngest is 23. I’ll let you do that math for proof of concept. The weak and incompetent has contaminated all business sectors in a failing economy and country hell bent on power, control, greed, and war all for the mighty dollar and zero peace and prosperity as the corrupt government as a whole regulates and taxes indiscriminately to death do we part! America is a clusterphuck $hit $how and the government has no business being involved in business. FACTS!

[@johndoe1274]

@@dellyndigital I have a feeling its a resume issue as well. AI reads applications and people also skim through applications. They'll look at one for a moment then either add it to the "read further" pile or toss it and move to the next; it's how they go through hundreds of people.

[@babytripster9834]

Wishing the best luck and hang in there. Nothing lasts forever and you will eventually find something

[@PerfectoKiss]

Keep your head up and keep moving forward. Stay busy and something will pop up. Don’t get too down on yourself. Lots of folks are in the same boat.

[@kamilhickley2004]

I’ve been where you are! I purchased a book called “Power” by Rhonda Byrnes and it helped me in so many ways to open my mind and allow the good to overtake the bad… Now I have a work from home job after being unemployed for a month and I have another scheduled call at the end of this week. I’m not saying this to brag but believe me if I can do it anyone can I’m a single mom and I encourage everyone I’ve lost my vehicle I was homeless… Things will definitely get better for sure, thank you for being real and honest

[@AlbatrossWhisper]

@@kamilhickley2004 only a month? Thats good.

[@chancepaladin]

i think you're right, this is as bad, if not worse than the 2014 crash. i got ghosted a few times in 2014, and I absolutely should have been able to land a role, and couldn't. but it's NOTHING like it is now. this's 1000x worse. every bad thing about the 2014 crash but times a thousand.

[@juanpineda-montoya]

Hey man, you are no alone, lot of us going trough the same thing, keep your head up and thanks for sharing

[@DrBeeSpeaks]

Jeremy, you don't know me from Adam, but I wanted to tell you, you are worthy. You will find a job. It's okay to step out of your field and just apply for jobs, you can always go back to tech if you want. I remember when I was looking for a certain type of job, and my Jewish neighbor at the time, told me, "You are looking high when you need to look low." I took his advice and I ended up getting a job to help me pay for my rent by the beach. Don't give up, don't let any stone go unturned. Look for a job in ALL industries, you might be interested in and beyond, you will get a job! Sending you love and hugs, and tons of positivity!

[@Zeioth]

Same here. Until 2023 I was working as full stack dev/qa on international companies for the last 15 years.But it's been more than 1 year now where the competition is just nuts. In 1 hour You have 200+ people for every single offer. And maybe they don't even need it, they are just looking for someone cheaper.

[@swampwiz]

Marx called this the "Army of Labor".

[@daniellebrooks7510]

I'm a truck driver put in over 100 applications it's rough out here for everyone but never give up

[@gina86]

What state are you in? And do you do long haul?

[@daniellebrooks7510]

@@gina86 I'm local, did otr for 3 years living on the truck, not doing that again not living on a truck for 38 cents a mile.

[@gina86]

@@daniellebrooks7510 😄my partner did it for 13 years! He stopped too, but the company he was at they frequently hire long haul

[@CJ-fh5xq]

My friend did otr driving after dropping out of college. He did it for 3 years and stopped. He doesn't look too great let's just say...​@@daniellebrooks7510

[@whitneyosei-akintaju968]

I absolutely loved this videol Thank you for your transparency.

[@Tchild2]

I hope you land a good job soon. I know how frustrating it is to look and look with no results, moreso when you know that you have real skills and a lot to offer an employer. Sending you good vibes for succes.

[@xelefonte]

Love his brutal honesty and rooting for him to succeed. But at least he got a brutal lesson about reality. He completely underestimated the job market and how hard it is to get a job. I work as an environmental engineer. I have no interest in changing jobs as I am perfectly happy where I am with the federal government and I have lots of confidence in my job security but still 100% in the FIRE movement. I struggled during the recession and went four years underemployed working as a security guard with an engineering degree so I learned very early in my career journey that the job market is no joke.

[@juicysmith38235]

Don't give up ! All of the jobs & corporate jobsI've obtained I didn't know anyone at the company. Sometimes personality is everything!! God bless 🙏

[@trininy07]

Thank you for your rawness and honesty.

[@LGEightZero]

Dude, thanks for sharing this honest video. Right there with you, same story.

[@missdeeinspired9064]

I been job hunting for months since 2021 I got interviews and tons of rejections and fell into depression and just stopped looking for months because of it. Recently I tried to work in trader joes I did 3 interviews and got rejected just to get back into the workforce until I find administrative work. It's been rough but just have faith, patience and prey to God something will happen in time.

[@dellyndigital]

What you’re applying to ?

[@gokuvegeta9500]

Sending best wishes

[@KennTollens]

I had the same problem. They will hold the job gap against you, and also say that your skills are not current. Been denied jobs for both reasons. Honestly, I think they look for anything to say no and just get your infirmation to sell. Went for a decent tech job to an emergency min wage job to cover bill and now that is used against me too.

[@swampwiz]

I had never thought about the compilers of information selling desperate workers' information. This makes me feel like a Frenchman circa 1789.

[@CindyBlueWho]

My husband is in the same point, you’re not alone.. my heart is really out there for everyone. Wishing you all the best of luck and love❤

[@ancientburner]

I feel you I was just let go due to “reorganization” my wife told me after four years of hardcore work that I need the break and to focus on art. Grateful to have her and her family’s support

[@BasilAhmed-nm2mg]

My IT degree plus four years experience is now garbage,after a year of looking I'm now working at a gas station during the day part time and night security full time.Good luck I have no o problem taking bad jobs to survive but know many others that are intent on using their degrees and experience.Unfortunately for me I do not have mommy and daddy to bail me out like others I know.

[@HughJass-jv2lt]

Not even a job at a helpdesk?

[@dwj9099]

Don't doubt yourself. You're right, the job market sucks right now.

[@originsvr]

Had the exact same thing happen to me, keep your head up and keep going!

[@justinmolsal5613]

Stay strong. Things will get better as long as you don’t give up.❤

[@thetreekeeper143]

Don't beat yourself. There are a lot of people who can't find work. You'll eventually find something.

[@HW-cn1ir]

My best friend got laid off from his job of over 10 years. Also a disabled veteran with a Purple Heart. He’s been looking for a job for over 2 years. I show videos like this to him to have him realize that it’s not him. It’s the market. Keep your head up my friends. Like a wise man once said, everything good and bad is only temporary. God speed to you!

[@strawberribubbletea]

He should try to apply to govt jobs as they favor vets

[@leehalloway8787]

Does your vet friend have any friends who can vouch for him at their job?

[@pearlsswine]

I know you're a woman based off your lack of reasoning. Your friend is facing financial ruin and you think he shouldn't worry because it's technically not his fault? Oh so when he loses everything and becomes homeless, he can rest easy knowing he doesn't have to blame himself? Only a strong female would think that taking responsibility is worse than financial devastation.

[@dejesus32]

I really appreciate your candor about struggling to find a job. I have an MBA from one of the top schools and more than 10 years in sales & marketing. I did a few stints as an entrepreneur as well. I was unemployed for 3 years and finally got a part-time opportunity with my buddy's company. It was very difficult struggling with mental health issues after working so hard to get an MBA and it's completely worthless in the market.

[@dip5635]

I am currently employed ft however I am fully burnt out and my job has no pathway to continue to move up. I've applied to maybe 75-100 jobs over the course of about a year- year and a half. 99% of the time I'm not even contacted. I've been blaming myself for having a poor resume but seeing videos like this reminds me I'm not alone. Keep your head up and remember who you are.

[@s093h]

This is relatable in all industries. Sadly, hiring team members, particularly those in HR, have developed a reputation for being lousy professionals. They tell candidates great things about them and lead them through various interview phases only to leave them hanging without any communication. And when their candidacy doesn't lead to an offer, HR members take the cowardly route of not advising on the topic and simply ignore candidates' inquiries. Most HR members have taken up very questionable professional tactics, being dishonest and misleading. Indeed very undignified. But you know what they say...undignified individuals bring undignified behavior to work.