Unemployed and broke in my 30s; it's all my fault

[@CluelessPanther]

The best way you can support me is to hit the Subscribe button. I have the watch hours for my channel to be monetized but I have less than 1000 subscribers so I still earn nothing from views of my videos. I only need 10% of you to subscribe to help me get there. I really appreciate your support.

[@archeradventuresx]

I hope you get monetized soon! KZbin can be fun 😊

[@JayLawson]

Keep pushing man I was broke at 31, lost it all due to bad investments. Now at 44 I am retiring in a few years. Get back in the game, take calculated risks and you will be fine. Good luck to you.

[@CluelessPanther]

@JayLawson Congratulations on getting back on your feet, and grinding into your success. That’s exactly my plan as well. I can see a very bright future.

[@RainingZi]

What kind of investments

[@JayLawson]

@RainingZi I was too smart for my own good at 20. When I was in my 20s starting my military career I got into options, and Penny stocks, made a lot (mid six figures) then lost it all in my early 30s. It was a tough time for me bc I got divorced too etc. So I just focused on work, and locked in on making money...became a military Chief in my early 30s and began making great money, six figures. I decided to ONLY take care of ME and invest for the long run, in tech stocks, like NVDA and Tesla (and others). I did this for ten years straight just dumped large amounts in and never sold. Now it's 15 years later (I'm 45) and about to retire military with a pension for life and a large stock portfolio (7 figure). Bottom line is believe in yourself, fail smart, stay away from get rich quick stuff, no debt, and bounce back and invest for the long run.

[@CluelessPanther]

@JayLawson Darn, we should make a movie out of your story. I got connections at Warner Bros (I don't). What a great comeback. Now that you've locked in such monstrous gains, diversification would be great while you retire.

[@Seeingisntbelieving]

Same and I’m a divorced mom of 2! I’ve had many setbacks, but I never gave up or lost hope. I kept my eyes and mind centered on my goals. Most people don’t figure it out until they do😊! Keep pushing forward.

[@temitope9737]

From your Nigerian sister who knows exactly where you are coming from…. Remember… no failure …. no regrets… only lessons. Pick yourself up, dust yourself off and keep going. You will look back and laugh… you got this 👍🏽

[@CluelessPanther]

Thank you, my Naija sis. I’ll be sure to share the joys as well

[@justovermusic4620]

halfway thru this video and i can tell you that you have saved my life with this video. I was also laid off august 1st of 2024 - just got back to work this week. Hearing you is reinforcing the need to expand my skillset and broaden my opportunities

[@CluelessPanther]

@justovermusic4620 I'm so glad to hear that. Congrats on landing the new job. It's not you, it's the system that is rigged to punish the employee and the only way to fight back is to spread your wings and have multiple options. Kudos and cheers to the good times ahead.

[@hudstarno1Vlog]

It’s not your fault, things are stacked against us as it is.💯 stay strong 💪🏾 I’ve been going through the same thing as an engineer 👷🏿‍♂️. Don’t let these jobs define anyone who watching this your life is worth much more then the job you work.

[@CluelessPanther]

@hudstarno1Vlog Your words are very true. We shouldn’t let these jobs define us at all. There’s more to life. I hope you secure a new role soon, brother.

[@RainingZi]

Yeah this job market is brutal rn. I got laid off as well but I’m praying for your success to get back up to where you want to be. Ignore all of the hate. Maybe they’re unhappy with their lives or have limiting beliefs

[@CluelessPanther]

@RainingZi So sorry to hear. Did you find something new to do or are you currently job hunting?

[@RainingZi]

@@CluelessPanther for now I’m just doing free lance gigs and still job hunting until then. That’s why I have some time to create content

[@CluelessPanther]

@RainingZi Good luck out there. I just watched a few of your shorts. I think you should look into making longform videos instead. you seem to be knowledgeable about diets and stuff. That's prime content for longform vids.

[@RainingZi]

@ oh yeah, I’ve been thinking about that 😂 I should’ve started that sooner

[@CluelessPanther]

@RainingZi Well, I'll be looking out for your longform videos. You got yourself a new subscriber who is waiting to watch longform diet vids. Good luck.

[@jankaufmann4305]

Same. I'm 31. Still living at home, no friends or girlfriend in sight, no money, only debt, no jobt, no qualifications.

[@CluelessPanther]

@jankaufmann4305 Hey man, that's tough. I don't know the specific details of your life situation, but all I can say now is that you have to prioritize taking action. No matter the situation, taking action towards learning a skill to earn some income is paramount. Forget everything and focus on that one thing. Take Action.

[@jankaufmann4305]

@CluelessPanther It's hard. I have a learning disability which is one of the reasons I'm in the situation I'm in

[@CluelessPanther]

@jankaufmann4305 Man, that's tough. So sorry about that. I have a physical disability which prevents me to do any work outside of the office and I know how hard growing up with it was. I couldn't imagine how much harder navigating a learning disability is. Is there any government program or any from a non-profit for people living with the learning disability?

[@marcvslicinivscrassvs7536]

The good news is you are ONLY IN YOUR THIRTIES! Plenty of time to get on track.

[@CluelessPanther]

You're absolutely right. And I'm pretty well informed so I know I'm gonna make it out there

[@marcvslicinivscrassvs7536]

@ Yep, you have until your mid-40s before ageism starts up. Be ready by then because ageism is REAL.

[@CluelessPanther]

I'm working on building my business now so that by my 40s, I'll be in charge of my own destiny.

[@andrewjokeke]

💯

[@ilariacorda]

Just to add, this is literally something that pretty much every one experienced, no matter your experience, years under your belt, etc. Lay-offs are now the norm and most of the time it is not about you as an employee, it is purely to save money from the company point of view. I think you did well moving to a better job, don't blame yourself, this is who you are and in 5 years time you will probably think that it was a blessing to be let go.

[@CluelessPanther]

I have already been counting the blessings of being laid off. I have dedicated a good amount of time to some other things that I'm passionate about and I'm proud I did. There are better times ahead.

[@CallHerDayli]

I’m in the same boat! Just started college today, to work towards a new future! I was a struggling entrepreneur for to long lol

[@CluelessPanther]

@CallHerDayli The entrepreneur’s journey has never been easy and never will. I hustled when building my first business with many intermittent failures but I came on top because I never gave up. You got this

[@Anifowoshe]

It's alright bro...i am putting all my savings in school again considering I won't be able to work for roughly 3 years.. believe in yourself, and everything will be alright. I'll support you by subscribing to your channel.. best!

[@CluelessPanther]

@Anifowoshe I really appreciate the subscribe. Thanks for the support. All the best with school; I hope it pays dividends for you.

[@rellha3940]

I’m employed broke and in my 30s

[@CluelessPanther]

@rellha3940 At least you're employed. That's an opportunity to get out of that situation. Usually when I hear that from people, it's either they have a lot of debt, they make very little, or they live in a very expensive area. Which one sounds familiar?

[@GoxDASHxJay]

@@CluelessPantherMy issue for years is lay offs or company’s doing bad . Even being hired directly into a company … Still get laid off . I make great money close to $30/hr but man it’s like when that lay off comes it’s a set back & the waiting game begins finding something new over & over & over again .

[@CluelessPanther]

@GoxDASHxJay That's the thing. Companies come and go, the economy gets stronger and weaker. But most people forget this fact when things are good. The next time I'm making good money, I'll save up like crazy.

[@GoxDASHxJay]

@@CluelessPanther Saving is cool but it’s like there’s always something happening in life that’s not under our control that will cut the savings down . To properly save , one should be able to work at least 1-2 years straight . Can barely do that nowadays .

[@CluelessPanther]

@GoxDASHxJay It's actually possible to save if you're already a high-earner. With my skillset, if I go hard enough, I can be making $100/hr by next year. That's my goal, and that will enable me to save no problemo.

[@NicksHEAT1995]

This will help people. Ty for sharing. People need to understand as well that to give oneself some grace and be easy on oneself is crucial. It is ok to make mistakes and deal with consequences because that is part of survival and how we learn. Money comes and goes.

[@CluelessPanther]

@NicksHEAT1995 Well said. We all make mistakes, there's no living person who never made a mistake. All that matters is that we mitigate them and learn from them.

[@kompila]

Subbed brother. Huge love from GH! ; you will do great sooooon ❤

[@CluelessPanther]

@kompila Thanks bro, much appreciated. I'll share the testimonies as the start rolling in.

[@richthepup]

Respect. Growing my corporate career one of the things I try to note is how easy it is to lose a high paying job. It happens all the time. It’s so important to leverage that income to set yourself up should you lose that job

[@CluelessPanther]

@richthepup I've learned that the hard way and that's why I'm so cautious of lifestyle inflation. Some people get that high paying job and immediately start spending like there's no tomorrow.

[@mdavis3262]

I understand how much this hurts. Going into STEM and doing all that hard work to be struggling in the job market.

[@CluelessPanther]

@mdavis3262 I appreciate you saying that. It's pretty common nowadays to find STEM workers being laid off and struggling to find new work.

[@baba-gp8ls]

I believe in you this is my first video I’ve seen you and I believe in you. Your character speaks volumes.

[@CluelessPanther]

@baba-gp8ls That is much appreciated; thank you for subscribing. I hope to be sharing the victories soon when they unfold.

[@CreativeMonsterx]

"If you plan to much, you end up not doing anything." WOW this is golden.

[@CluelessPanther]

@CreativeMonsterx That is the story of my life. Whenever I said "F it, I'll figure it out as I go" and just started anything even when I felt like I hadn't planned enough, great things happened.

[@madarakakg2608]

Keep grinding my brother. You will make it!

[@CluelessPanther]

@madarakakg2608 Of course, I’m not resting on my oars at all. Watch this space, I’ll be sharing the fruits of my labor soon.

[@dRasheemlewis]

All good bro. Definitely seem very smart and I know you will figure it out asap

[@CluelessPanther]

@dRasheemlewis I appreciate the encouraging words. I'm working hard at figuring it out.

[@ilariacorda]

I saw Atomic Habits at the back, what a great book. Stay strong! You will make it!

[@CluelessPanther]

@ilariacorda Yes, it's a great book. I bought it in my fight against procrastination, which is well documented here on my channel. Thank you for the vote of confidence. Yes, I will make it.

[@curliciouslynaturals]

Falling down doesn’t make you a failure it’s only if you let it defeat you and you choose to stay down than learn from it and start again it took Isaac newton many tries before finally building light, failing is part of the journey not the end , stay strong .

[@CluelessPanther]

@curliciouslynaturals You're absolutely right. The only difference between success and failure is quitting when the going gets tough. You bet your behind I'm not giving up ever.

[@stevensasy12345]

First step to solving a problem is admitting the problem exists. Good job and keep pushing.

[@CluelessPanther]

@stevensasy12345 You got that right. That’s why I don’t take self reflection for granted.

[@SuperJarell22]

1% own it all anyways 😊

[@adrianoftheuniverse]

My best achievement wasn’t graduating summa cum laude; it was my marriage to a wonderful man that made me able to retire in my mid-40s. I am low-maintenance and have everything I need and want here at home. I’m glad you have a supportive spouse who is looking after you while you’re unemployed. Being desirable enough to be married is an underrated trait.

[@CluelessPanther]

@adrianoftheuniverse Congrats on retiring early. That’s an achievement that most people could only dream of. I’m super blessed to have my wife. I’m always calm and optimistic cos I have her by my side.

[@HD91436]

Don't worry you are just in your 30s. I'm 33 and in the path of paying of some debt and bad decisons. It's never too late. celebrate your small wins going forward and get back in. Abundance mindset is key, even thought things are hard right now. things are temporary

[@CluelessPanther]

@HD91436 You are absolutely right. I made this video not because I'm even considering giving up, but because I want others to know that it's okay to be down sometimes because we will be up again as long as we stay consistent.

[@reggie3819]

Takes a real adult to own it

[@CluelessPanther]

Thank you man! I believe we only make progress when we assess our flaws

[@missamerica2694]

Actually takes a real adult to fix it!

[@CluelessPanther]

@missamerica2694 I'm actively fixing it right now. It's a work in progress.

[@user-vg8ox3he1i]

I was below the poverty line at 30. Made all the wrong decisions. Living in a dream. Hoping for some miracle to turn my life around. At 30. Rock bottom. Looked myself in the mirror and said I would do WHATEVER it took to climb out of hell. Took full responsibility. It was my fault and only I could fix it. And I got to work. Took classes. Worked hard. Looked day and night for opportunities. Used my imagination to think of anything I could do to get out of this situation. And I did. Ten hard years later. By my 40s, Im making 6 figures. Own property. Living well. Don't give up. One day you will be as old as I am now and you'll be telling someone else your story but only if you don't give up today

[@CluelessPanther]

@user-vg8ox3he1i Thanks for the encouragement and for sharing your experience. Good on you for turning your life around. I’m so excited to hear these testimonies. Thankfully, I have zero debt, I’m formally educated in engineering and business management and have experience in management positions so it shouldn’t take me a decade to get back on track. Also, I’m hardworking and I believe that we eat only what we hunt. That should carry me through. I’ll share my testimony in a few months.

[@taemac10]

What do you do for work?

[@PhilipNunoo]

I got laid off same time as well last year. Also Ghanaian but living in Germany. Working for a publicly traded company but my story is different and was happy to have left. The laws in Germany is different than in USA so I wasn’t burnt as the government started taking care of me. Searching for a job could be hard but it helps you level up your skills as well. And learn things afresh for all the interviews you’d do

[@PhilipNunoo]

The thing I noticed as well was. It really isn’t worth working for companies already having a name for themselves. As they refuse to pay market rates for good talents. As compared to fresh companies.

[@PhilipNunoo]

Now I’m looking at helping people in Ghana to better themselves as well.

[@CluelessPanther]

@PhilipNunoo Glad you're being taken care of and are using this time to level up your skills. What happens to foreign workers in Germany after being laid off? Do you have a timeline to find a job or face deportation like the US or are you free and clear?

[@mehdineverquits]

Brother, I am much younger than you; however, hearing your story has seriously got me considering going back to youtube. I got stuck at 1.16K subs for a while and I stopped, as i wasn’t making any progress in my videos, I have learned to be significantly more authentic, vulnerable and a better story teller since then. This video might be the reason why I am back!

[@CluelessPanther]

@mehdineverquits Mission accomplished. My goal for this video was to inspire one person positively and I think you might be the one. I just watched your video dubbed "If You Quit, You Lose everything" and thought, holy molly, you should watch that video yourself. It's good stuff. I've seen so much progress in the last 28 days than my first 3 months of being consistent on KZbin. One thing I keep doing, is experimenting. Check out some of my older videos and you'll see so many different video formats. I think experimentation and authenticity brings the growth. Also, your channel name suggests you should never quit.

[@mehdineverquits]

@ I think I’m definitely going to make a video tonight. There is no reason not to. Let’s get it!

[@mehdineverquits]

@@CluelessPanther I ended up posting it just now. I really have to thank you. Honestly, I wasn’t even going to click on your video, but the title of it intrigued me, and I liked your style of speech. I also loved the question you asked yourself: would I watch my video if I were someone else. This was great bc 1) I’ve asked myself that question when I used to post and 2) the answer is clearly yes, cuz I watched your entire video! But awesome work man, you did influence me to post again.

[@shaydesofblue2281]

Being a KZbinr is very competitive. I recommend getting a part time job along side of it. You don't have to, but now these days. It's rough. Good luck brother.

[@mehdineverquits]

@@shaydesofblue2281 I work full-time alongside being a KZbinr. There’s no reason why I shouldn’t try; however, thank you for your kind remarks.

[@DetroitNinja]

Just keep pushin.

[@CluelessPanther]

@DetroitNinja Best believe I'm not giving up on myself. The testimonies are coming soon.

[@sg5720]

Glad you owning up to it. Now you can make moves to better yourself. Also - hang around successful people and network. Get rid of any friends who ain’t doing much in their life. Network, and take any help that comes your way. Good luck. 🙂

[@CluelessPanther]

@sg5720 Thanks for the uplifting words. Yes, I'm networking like crazy and working on myself. This KZbin channel is part of bettering myself so you will get to see the outcome soon.

[@user-xl5lc3qw5z]

I'm 30 and never had a job. Not sure there's anything I can do to turn my life around

[@CluelessPanther]

@user-xl5lc3qw5z Never say never. You can always turn your life around by taking action and focusing on the action you're taking. Did you never have a job because you were in school?

[@ListenUpDemocracy]

Youth is still on your side. And now you have wisdom. So you will be fine.

[@CluelessPanther]

@ListenUpDemocracy Thanks, that’s the hope I hold on to

[@CommenterTenma]

There's plenty of time. Take calculated risks, i'm almost 29 and made terrible financial decisions it cost me a lot. But i keep pushing until, i became a robot where its just work and home everyday and no social life.

[@CluelessPanther]

@CommenterTenma O yeah, I’m not done taking calculated risks at all. Watch this space. If there’s one thing I’ll never quit doing, it’s taking bets on myself.

[@DARTHDANSAN]

I’m employed and broke and and I invest. My job only pays $2200 a month . Not much more I can do about it

[@CluelessPanther]

@DARTHDANSAN That is what I have been talking about in my other videos. Also, I'm not investing in the stock market until I'm making enough to comfortably throw something in there. Till then, I'm investing in myself.

[@befree9579]

@@CluelessPanther Bro i make £1600 a month which is minimum wage. I still save by keeping my housing rent at £350, food £150 a month, got rid of the car. I am able to save £500. With 1 stay home wife + 1 child.

[@CluelessPanther]

@befree9579 Dude, that's one impossible budget to balance. My wife makes more than that and we're barely scraping by, unless I find a job soon.

[@andrewjokeke]

Let’s connect! I’m on LI. Transitioning roles now and have gone through this. Have done B2C/B2B in retail management for fortune 50 telco, now in midmarket AE for same telco. Southeast Region. Due to company reorg - I’m looking elsewhere after 8 years. Opportunities are out there. Looking at smaller orgs with healthy footing and set for expansion.

[@CluelessPanther]

@andrewjokeke Thanks man, would love to be connected. Kindly send a link to your LI through an email to [e-mail] and I'll send a connection request. Looking forward to scheduling a call soon.

[@1guyreckingkrew]

This is the first step to bouncing back. I’m 40 and this year I’m working 80 hour weeks between 2 jobs.

[@andrewjokeke]

@@1guyreckingkrew You got this man. Been there. Take care of yourself man. Pulling for you.

[@CluelessPanther]

@1guyreckingkrew That's one strong work ethic. You'll make it through. Times are tough right now but things will get better.

[@hn1695]

Have you considered moving back to ghana or africa and earning online or having a business? Im thinking the same im unemployed from the uk and considering moving to tanzania or gambia and making money online From my research and people i have spoken to - i can live decently in gambia on £400 a month which is under $500. What would you need in ghana per month?

[@CluelessPanther]

@hn1695 I have thought about that but I’m married now and my life is here. I’m not going to give up now after putting in so much work to get where I am now. I will find a job, a high-paying one at that. It’s just a matter of time and the work I have to do consistently. You can live very large on $600 a month in Ghana. It’s very doable.

[@torlay5447]

Keep going!!! You will find a job, you've got this!

[@CluelessPanther]

@torlay5447 Thanks bud, I’m still pushing

[@slimjimjimslim5923]

Don’t worry too much on whatever you should have done or not done, just work on improving and not make the same mistake again. Life is like that, there’s no going back, only focusing on the present and doing your best. There’s no way for anyone to know how the future will be, also possible you could have still had your job and had the chance to build, or found a new career or something else happen. You can’t plan for so many worst case scenario futures lol

[@CluelessPanther]

@slimjimjimslim5923 Thanks so much. The time spent wallowing in regret over previous decisions prevents us from thinking about or taking action for the future.

[@talentless2714]

Do you have any advice for a South African considering doing an MBA in the US? I’m in the medical field but want an mba so I can hopefully pivot careers

[@CluelessPanther]

@talentless2714 I'd say go for it. Having a highly technical background and getting an MBA is the best combination. And there are a lot of opportunities in the health sector. All my friends with MBAs in the health sector are doing very well for themselves.

[@Majorbrian101]

Proud of you man !! But you gotta get back on job market as you mentioned, as employers do discriminate against that.

[@CluelessPanther]

@Majorbrian101 Absolutely, I'm back on the active job search wagon. I'll secure something very soon, surely.

[@0xcad]

There are so many opportunities we might have overlooked out of being comfortable in our current situations, But when reality hits hard that's when we wake up!! The truth is we just need to get started, the end justifies the beginning! All the best in your job search Edem

[@CluelessPanther]

@0xcad Aptly said, and thank you for the best wishes. We need to get started and the worst enemy of most people is their own procrastination.

[@shaydesofblue2281]

Well so far I'll say to apply for a company that'll help you get your CDL(Mega Carriers), and build your income. Mega carriers always hiring. The only catch is that you have to work for them for a year because you owe them for getting your CDL. If you leave early, you'll have to pay for it. You don't have to do it, but it's the easier income reset for $60k-$80k a year. An income reset growth. Hopefully this helps anyone else that's reading this.

[@CluelessPanther]

This is a great option for most people who can work with their hands. I'll encourage them to. Unfortunately, I can't because of a physical disability in my left hand. That's why I only work office jobs.

[@Neel-Bhagwat]

Bro, I went through a similar journey over the past year. It's tough out there, and I like your growth mindset. It reminds me of the book Atomic Habits if you've read it.

[@CluelessPanther]

@Neel-Bhagwat Funny that you mentioned the book. When you look closely in the bookshelf behind me, you'll see a surprise.

[@Neel-Bhagwat]

@@CluelessPanther YES I see it. Let me know how you think of it.

[@CluelessPanther]

@Neel-Bhagwat It's a great book for most people. However, it's only helped me marginally. I'm more able to achieve my goals when I go all in and work intensely. The book offers general advice that does not account for neurodivergent variations. Small incremental changes might not work for people with ADHD, for instance.

[@vestabelt]

Great video and thank you for the lessons from a 25 year old.

[@CluelessPanther]

@vestabelt Thank you. I’m glad you found value in my shared experience. Hope you stick around for more

[@sukatz]

Look at the bright side. At least you’re not me. Am unemployed, I’m broke and I’m in my 50s

[@CluelessPanther]

@sukatz So sorry to hear. You would really have to supercharge your earnings and investment if you’re to secure a retirement.

[@jimmyjay689]

You are on the correct path now

[@CluelessPanther]

@jimmyjay689 Thank you for the encouragement. It means a lot.

[@user-ps7rr1no6n]

It sounds like you stumbled onto something. You should use this as a hub for internationals living and/or studying in the US and foster a community. That community, as it grows, will be yours & your viewers network. Turn a weakness into a strength.

[@CluelessPanther]

@user-ps7rr1no6n I have been working on growing this community because I felt so isolated during the lockdowns that I needed a likeminded community. I hope you'll stick around.

[@user-ps7rr1no6n]

Subscribed already! looking forward to watching future videos

[@CluelessPanther]

Very much appreciated. I hope to continue sharing valuable stories and analyses.

[@liztaylor2647]

You'll be ok eventually 😊

[@CluelessPanther]

@liztaylor2647 Thank you for the vote of confidence. I am confident I will be okay. I'm working at it.

[@SuperJarell22]

We not here forever just survive bro all u can do

[@CluelessPanther]

@SuperJarell22 Well, I want to thrive for the sake of my family.

[@SuperJarell22]

Yea bro u not wrong either

[@Netizen_101]

I think I’m hearing a lot of things you want to do…but there isn’t enough practical prep work to lead you there successfully. I think any form of success is built based on a solid foundation, without that, it’s easy to crumble. When I got married, I am responsible for myself and my partner financially, for today and for our future. That means I may not be able to be so flaky and jump around chasing dreams endlessly without a thorough plan that would not negatively impact our lives. While you jump around chasing every lead, you could’ve been 50 steps ahead with your feet firmly planted in one job, and building your passion project on the side in parallel.

[@CluelessPanther]

@Netizen_101 Well said, and thank you for being polite about it. I've not quit searching for a new job. I've been actively networking, attending conferences and industry social events, applying to jobs, and even interviewed at a few places where I got a direct referral. It's not for a lack of trying that I have not received or accepted an offer, the application process is just terrible. Ask anyone in your own circles who is currently searching for a new job.

[@Netizen_101]

@ I have no doubt you are actively trying to find a job, and I know based on your determination you will. From what you said, I think you’ve learned a lot from your prior experiences what to do differently once you land that job. Good luck to ya!

[@CluelessPanther]

Thank you!! See you at the top.

[@venxamalu]

instead of dwelling on it , just get 2 full time jobs and within 3 months you could turn your life around . you gotta take action action

[@CluelessPanther]

@venxamalu You say it as if there are a bunch of full time jobs sitting around waiting for me. This isn’t 2021, things have changed. I’m job hunting though.

[@venxamalu]

@ bro i understand and know how the job market is . Im speaking from experience

[@CluelessPanther]

I'm still grinding every day and am confident I'll secure something soon.

[@OgSleep]

The job market is horrible. Especially for ex felons like myself. I admit i messed up in my past. But they make it impossible for you to rebound. Then expect u to be a good citizen whilst providing nothing but despair

[@CluelessPanther]

@OgSleep So sorry to hear, man! I have no idea how that must feel. The most viable way I can think of right now is to build something for yourself so you answer to nobody. Maybe double down on your KZbin channel and see where it goes? I don't know, just throwing stuff at the wall at this point.

[@OgSleep]

@CluelessPanther thx bro. Im good. Im a entrepreneur. But I would have rather been in a office somewhere getting 100k for filing then this. Trust me

[@CluelessPanther]

@OgSleep Glad that you are an entrepreneur. As someone who has built a business 4 years and worked corporate full time for another 4 years, I prefer controlling my destiny hands down. There's little security in the 9 to 5 anyway; I always treated my time in the office as temporary.

[@onerider808]

Accepting responsibility is a man’s action. I hope you find something that fits your skills and allows you to contribute in meaningful ways (and of course, make a decent living).

[@onerider808]

Correction; an adult’s action. Boomer mistake, lol. Gotta constantly be alert for residual anachronistic archetypes.

[@CluelessPanther]

@oneroder808 Holding myself accountable for the actions and outcomes of my life is something I don’t take lightly. Saying “challenge accepted”, rolling my sleeves and getting to work has brought me so many good fortunes so I’m continuing to push harder.

[@CluelessPanther]

Hahahaha! You’re right, adult’s action. There’s this toxic trend called “I’m just a girl”; I don’t know if you’ve seen those videos.

[@NicksHEAT1995]

I subscribed bro.

[@CluelessPanther]

@NicksHEAT1995 Much appreciated. I home my videos and insights bring you value for the long term.

[@TechXSoftware]

A smarter idea would be tell your current employer how much the new one if offering you, and get them increase your wage.

[@CluelessPanther]

@TechXSoftware That’s a good plan but it doesn’t always work. Sometimes your current employer just does bot have the budget for it. In other cases, they don’t want your wage increase to cause other people to ask for raises as well.

[@Hersheydimples]

Don't do this. They'll just let him go

[@CluelessPanther]

It only works in an employee's market. We're currently in an employer's market so they will surely show you the door.

[@eugenewolf7493]

Brother, there ain’t no way any of this is your fault. The economy is changing. And not in a good way. Companies are completely restructuring towards AI. Automation is taking away jobs from things once never thought possible. People with DECADES of experience are getting kicked to the curb like yesterday’s potato salad, even folks at the very top of the corporate ladder. No one can stop technology from completely replacing humans. It’s not a matter of if anymore, but when. The best thing we can do is keep fighting. Don’t let the machine ultimately win.

[@CluelessPanther]

@eugenewolf7493 I appreciate the encouraging words and the sentiment about automation. However, I will say that the AI experiment to replace humans will fail terribly. During the first industrial revolution, they said machines will replace all humans, didn't happen. Then during the computer age, they said computers will replace us all, didn't happen. Similarly, AI won't replace us all. the current greed will expose the corporate overlords, and they'll come rushing right back to us.

[@thenovicewhispers]

The pinned commenter is a fool. You were brave to share your failures with us. Sometimes there are factors we aren't even aware of. It's good you're taking accountability, but remember there is a difference between accountability and shame. Don't be hard on yourself and thank you for turning your negative experience into a positive by educating others. Your words have value. Everyone has unique insight, that includes you. You seem to be very smart. I'm sure you are already planning for the future. Keep being introspective and clever. You will recover from this.

[@CluelessPanther]

@thenovicewhispers Those are really uplifting words; thank you so much for them. It was a really difficult video to upload, and honestly, I was secretly hoping that very few people will see it. but here we are. I truly hope someone (if even 1 person) takes a lesson from my experience to sidestep a pitfall that may be ahead of the. Wishing you the best as you have wished for me.

[@thenovicewhispers]

@CluelessPanther Thanks, man. I'm on my second semester of college. So far so good. All the best.

[@CluelessPanther]

Pretty nice, you have your whole life ahead of you. Pick courses that solve real problems in the world, not courses that are easy to pass. And please, take all your coursework seriously; you only graduate once, and you'll have the rest of your long life to do whatever you want. Wishing you all the very best.

[@Calmly-replied111]

Why did you wait until unemployment was over to take courses 😢 I think you got a little depressed and didn't know it. Working in these companies is soul crushing . Maybe you should regroup and make something for yourself. Good luck 👍🏽

[@CluelessPanther]

@Calmly-replied111 You’re partly right, I was depressed but that lasted only 2 months. The real reason is that I was uncertain which courses would be worth pursuing. I work in the energy industry, focusing on sustainability/cleantech. Leading up to the election, investors and employers were holding off to see the outcome before they hired. I had some interviews but they all put me on hold or waitlists. I wanted to see the election outcome before restrategizing what to focus on. Career focus pivots are hard and can be confusing.

[@rendezyt]

I haven't watched all of the video yet so forgive me, but why did you not do a masters in engineering (to supplement your undergraduate degree) instead of an MBA?

[@CluelessPanther]

@rendezyt Hey welcome to my channel. TLDR: I built a company after college and fell in love with business, so I wanted to learn how it's done in the higher levels. I share all the details of my journey in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3zRhHhmhtynZqssi=ISgzlShBb3BVFBEu

[@raydripper101]

Respect bro

[@CluelessPanther]

@raydripper101 Thanks bro (I assume)

[@raydripper101]

Definitely. You telling the real of how the system is set up but also trying to make the best of a flawed system set up for most to fall short

[@CluelessPanther]

I actually enjoy trying to understand systems so I can get ahead by navigating it. it's taken me a few years to decipher the US, but I think I'm on the right track. But yeah, we gotta teach each other the game so we all make it.

[@hrhthequeen2654]

Your videos can cause you to NOT get a job. Watch what you post. The comment you made about not aggressively looking for work, due to receiving unemployment, was too much information and may be looked upon negatively. Good luck with the job search.

[@CluelessPanther]

@hrhthequeen2654 My wife cautioned me about the same thing. However, I pushed back because taking a step back to reassess my options should be a positive, not a negative. Sometimes, it's in retreats that we identify the right path to pursue.

[@lizzieevans8368]

You will get there be patient

[@CluelessPanther]

@lizzieevans8368 Absolutely; I'm grinding every day and patiently waiting for the results.

[@0xedb]

great of you to self-reflect

[@CluelessPanther]

Thank you, I hope someone out there takes lessons from my story to shape their own.

[@0xedb]

@CluelessPanther quick question: which company in UK provided the loan? Thanks

[@CluelessPanther]

@0xedb It was prodigy Finance

[@CluelessPanther]

Are you planning to come study in the US as well?

[@0xedb]

@@CluelessPanther Have mixed feelings about a masters but let's see in a couple of years

[@mc365mc]

Every company is taking advantage of every way they can pay less. Black and Latin Americans born in the US are paid substantially less than their similarly experienced White counterparts. This has always been the case in America, but now even the lower level corp roles doing grunt work are now limited, as companies can get H1B employees to take those 75k -150k jobs for 50 - 75k or offshore it for 30k. Part of the issue is affluent Americans who have a legacy in Corp America are of the opinion that "hard" skills and knowledge are not valuable. The Corp culture in America rewards social acceptance and "soft" skills over knowledge. You will see being liked and part of the groups with the "chosen" people is more beneficial to career path. If you are not in these circles, your exposure to influential people within the organization will be limited. And if you are not part of that select group of employees within your organization, you will always be vulnerable, as Corp loyalty is significantly based on which senior manager likes you, and their level of influence. I advise you to rebrand yourself, lie on your resume, practice making yourself sound like you can do everything and it will be easy (think Trump), as this is what your competitors are doing. Also take this video down. Employers and headhunters are looking for stars not hard workers or people of substance and they definitely don't want anyone that has been reduced to gig work. Employers tend to feel like if no one else has hired you then something must be wrong with you. None of what I said is fair but that's how it is. Good luck.

[@CluelessPanther]

@mc365mc You're preaching. I can't argue with anything you said. However, I'll push back against taking this video down. I personally don't care if a headhunter sees this video and thinks that it makes me less than. This video is part of the brand I'm building long-term and it will make sense in a few years. I appreciate the candid sentiment though.

[@DavyNWK]

Any advice for 21 year old felon ?

[@CluelessPanther]

@DavyNWK I have not specifically worked with anyone with a history of felony and I don't know too much about the restrictions that affect you. I just know that the cards are stacked against you, specifically because people will judge you by your past. What you can do is to develop a high value skill that does not require someone trusting you, but that your work will speak for itself. Something like woodwork or construction if you're good with working with your hands. You're pretty young and have your whole life ahead of you. I just watched a couple of your videos on your channel and all I'll say is that you should find other topics that will bring value to people to talk about if content creation is what you want to do. Wishing you all the very best, man!

[@theratrace999]

If you are on unemployment and you are not looking for work you can lose your unemployment benefits. Loose lips sink ships. Also, a woman/wife will get tired of a man who isn't a provider from work! This is just the ramblings from an older woman with TRUE EXPERIENCE!

[@CluelessPanther]

@theratrace999 You're absolutely right. However, I have been actively searching for jobs, applying to multiple positions every week, networking like crazy, reaching out to my contacts, attending conferences and industry-focused social events. I meet all the weekly requirements for continued unemployment insurance claims. About my wife, she has been super supportive. She has known from day 1 that I'm an entrepreneur and like to find my way in life since I had only ever worked for myself when we first met. She also sees evidence of me working my behind off to secure a new job while building my own thing on the side. As long as I'm not resting on my oars and being a bum, I'm confident she'll continue to support me by my side.

[@susanjane2498]

First time you came up in my feed, I don't know you, I do wish you the best. I have to say this however and it may hurt. Don't ever pass up an opportunity for a job interview, especially when it comes to you. You may have done really well at that place, and it would have given you more experience. It may have turned out to be horrible, but because you didn't try you will never know. Good luck.

[@CluelessPanther]

@susanjane2498 you’re absolutely right. Though I thought I was making the best decision at the time, I now look back at the interview I turned down and wonder what would have happened if I had taken it. Hindsight is always 20/20

[@sbrsportsbook4358]

Still no excuse to leave $0.00 on doordash

[@missamerica2694]

I would encourage you to return back to Ghana. In the near future,Americans are going to try to leave America but won’t be able to leave!

[@CluelessPanther]

@missamerica2694 That was the original plan before I met my wife. So I'm gonna be here for the long term. The reason why African immigrants are unable to leave America is debt, all kinds of debt. I'm conscious about that and have cleaned up my finances so I should be good.

[@missamerica2694]

@ Everyone is going to be in debt, no jobs, high cost of living, etc. You have to look at the quality of life you have here in America. You can stay here if you feel it is best, but I will be overseas within the next 2-3 years. God bless!

[@CluelessPanther]

@missamerica2694 There is a sure way to stay out of debt - desire nothing material. You would be surprised to see how rarely I go clothes shopping or look up trips for vacationing or even consume content about fancy toys. That's how I've paid of $50k of debt in 4 years while buying a car and having a wedding abroad. There's a way to do it.

[@andyholder6039]

You kids don't listen to people on KZbin, not 👆 this guy. I'm talking about all the bums who tell you not to care about your job and to leave it for a unicorn life

[@CluelessPanther]

@andyholder6039 Yeah, there's a lot of toxic advice online that misdirect impressionable young people. I'm hoping to buck that trend with the topics I share.

[@hudstarno1Vlog]

They just retaliated against me and terminated me Monday lol smh when they made the workplace a hostile environment, and I have proof. Calling OSHA 😅 right now

[@CluelessPanther]

@hudstarno1Vlog So sorry to hear man. In your first comment on this video, you said you're going through a similar as an engineer. Sorry to hear that you got terminated on Monday. Wishing you positive vibes and hope you land on your feet soon.

[@ch421249]

Man I thought you were from Switzerland.

[@CluelessPanther]

@ch421249 Why would you think that I'm from Switzerland? I'm truly curious.

[@thekanlee]

You could literally be an officer in the military with that degree. You will be paid well. And we'll set you up for success in real estate. Just do one contract. Four years. And get out, absolute no brainer. Coast Guard or Air Force only

[@CluelessPanther]

@thekanlee I appreciate the sentiment and your confidence in me. however, I would not pass the physicals required for the military. I have a physical deformity in my left hand and that's why I only work white-collar; it's the only work I can do. Thank you for the recommendation though.

[@KennTollens]

To be clear, unemployment is not welfare, you paid for it.

[@CluelessPanther]

@KennTollens Exactly, it was deducted from the paycheck that my employer would have otherwise paid me if unemployment security was not a thing. I'm making the best out of it.

[@joefer5360]

Time to get on the dole and cross your fingers. Don't stay out of the "workforce" for too long. You'll be considered a menace to society if you do.

[@CluelessPanther]

@joefer5360 That's how they keep us all stuck in the rat race, by threatening us that we'll be ostracized for taking a break from working. If you don't want to see people out of work, why lay them off?

[@timchung9594]

I could have gotten a job but i got high

[@CluelessPanther]

Hahahaha! I love that song. I was gonna go to class, but then I got high.

[@ItsClumsy]

Sheeiitttt i’m employed and still broke 😭

[@CluelessPanther]

@ItsClumsy It be the darn debts - credit cards, car notes and student loans. Best (unsolicited) advice I could ever give is to always pay down your debt as aggressively as possible while you have an income. It's so relieving to be debt-free even without a job.

[@adanramirez8750]

i have 200k cash and it's growing through trading/investing in the markerts, gl to you all!

[@CluelessPanther]

Congrats to you

[@sonderexpeditions]

All I hear is nothing but life experiences. You're being harsh on yourself.

[@CluelessPanther]

@sonderexpeditions Yeah, I’ve always been too harsh on myself. It’s my way of trying to instill discipline and ensuring that I’m making the right decisions every day.

[@i.d.6492]

You think it's your fault? It is your fault. Choices have consequences

[@CluelessPanther]

@i.d.6492 That's what life is all about, isn't it? Decisions, actions and their repercussions.

[@i.d.6492]

@ stay strong. It's never too late to start over

[@CluelessPanther]

@i.d.6492 O, I'm not starting over. I'm continuing my growth. My experience and expertise are valuable; I just need to find the right opportunity. And I'm actively searching.

[@8037_a]

what happened man? It happens to everyone even in India too

[@CluelessPanther]

@8037_a I know right? And I’ve heard that it’s a tough highly competitive life out there in India.

[@8037_a]

@@CluelessPanther yes because of Youth population is 65% which ranges the age between 18 and 34, 80% of Indian youth unemployed despite degrees and skills due to cost cutting of companies. Toxic work culture as majority of manger don't care for employee's health and mental wellbeing. Moreover, more Indian youth are filling and giving Government Exams like SSC in which sometimes there is paper leak which frustrates candidates especially overage ones. Another reason why rich and elite Indian move to abroad. That's reality. does it happen in US too? I am GenZ so I understand all these.

[@CluelessPanther]

@8037_a Yeah, I've heard about the situation in India. It beats my mind that, with such a large population, and so many mouths to feed, people don't focus on building small businesses to serve local needs but spend their whole lives chasing government jobs. That's mindboggling to me.

[@8037_a]

@@CluelessPanther a 26 y/o woman lost her life due to overwork and this news shook India last year kzbin.info/www/bejne/l3_HfZ-wrNRmpKcsi=6M6bXubc68FQASZp (English)

[@8037_a]

@@CluelessPanther and even in conference meetings kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqGoqnynnKyljrcsi=G8fLoDQmoXwFs2TE I hope u understand. I also pray for everyone safety suffering from Fire Disasters in SoCal area of California, LA

[@nerdobject5351]

These unemployment checks are pretty juicy… 😂. Least your honest about it lol.

[@CluelessPanther]

@nerdobject5351 they truly are juicy, I cannot lie about that. You can look up the maximum weekly benefits in MA.

[@nerdobject5351]

@@CluelessPanther I bet they are pretty good. Smart on you to be debt free and take it as an opportunity to reset and do some different things.

[@CluelessPanther]

@nerdobject5351 Thanks bud. Though I have only 3 weeks left before the unemployment insurance runs out so I really gotta get moving on securing the new job.

[@4775willy]

Still plenty of jobs overseas..

[@CluelessPanther]

@4775willy I'm married now and can't simply up and leave. Those days are behind me now.

[@IngeniousDimensions369]

I did some research for you.

[@CluelessPanther]

@IngeniousDimensions369 O really? What did you find?

[@IngeniousDimensions369]

@ I can email it to you. What’s your email?

[@CluelessPanther]

@IngeniousDimensions369 You can send it to me at [e-mail]

[@IngeniousDimensions369]

@ Ok. I got you.

[@Redsoxman9991]

Interesting video but if you want to grow your channel by improving your videos you need to plan out what you’re going to say more and cover things MUCH faster. This video felt like it dragged on so slowly. But if you wrote out what you were going to say before and reached your points and insights quickly then this could have been a great video.

[@CluelessPanther]

@Redsoxman9991 Thank you for those insights. I do that for most of my videos.

[@rogermartinez9943]

Couldn’t be me !!!!

[@CluelessPanther]

@rogermartinez9943 Are you saying you have never missed out on a potential opportunity before?

[@rogermartinez9943]

@ I actually have missed out on a potential opportunity before. Sorry for my rude comment

[@CluelessPanther]

I didn't think it was a rude comment, pardon my naivety, hahaha! I just didn't understand what you specifically meant by it.

[@rockon8174]

Go be a City Bus Driver!!!! Pension, paid training, benefits. Go get a job instead of wasting time making KZbin vids.

[@CluelessPanther]

@rockon8174 Unfortunately there are some jobs I just cannot do because I have a physical disability in my left arm; most physical jobs actually. I can only do office or speaking type jobs.

[@UKEducatedLady]

Come to the UK there are plenty of jobs for people like you.

[@CluelessPanther]

@UKEducatedLady O really? I’ll look into that. However I’m not looking to move out of the U.S., and the UK weather will make my wife miserable.

[@RTech125]

Don’t come to the UK lol. I live here. The job market is tense and the weather is awful 😬

[@simonshura9144]

As long ur not homeless its not rly that sirous ever 😂

[@CluelessPanther]

@simonshura9144 That's what I dread the most. Thankfully, I have some friends who genuinely would let me couch surf while getting back on my feet if it ever got that bad for me.

[@Bleu_sky]

Double your debt to learn how to paint hand turkeys

[@CluelessPanther]

What in the world are hand turkeys?

[@badboy1028]

❤

[@jasmineisshorter]

It’s never your fault.

[@CluelessPanther]

@jasmineisshorter Thank you. I know it was not my fault for being made redundant but it's my fault for not saving up.

[@Bleu_sky]

Get student loans, that's what I did!

[@CluelessPanther]

@Bleu_sky I already have a master's degree and my loans are all paid off. I don't need any new loans.

[@kingstorm7188]

Create your own job learn how to hustle it's so many ways to make money

[@CluelessPanther]

@kingstorm7188 That's what I'm doing right now

[@TechXSoftware]

Easier said than done man.

[@CluelessPanther]

@TachXSoftware It's surely easier said than done. Thankfully, I love doing difficult things, so Challenge Accepted. After all, I've done it before, and it wasn't a walk in the park but I did it.

[@deandre22]

It's not your fault it's the governments.

[@CluelessPanther]

@deandre22 Even with that, there are people who are thriving in this environment. I'm constantly exploring ways that I can be part of the winners.

[@deandre22]

@ Never compare yourself to someone else because most people appear to be thriving but one mistake away from being like the masses.

[@CluelessPanther]

@deandre22 True though. I'm not comparing myself to any particular person. I just want to thrive so I can provide for my family.

[@SuperJarell22]

Lol why wasn't it this hard in the 1950 the system is rigged against u bro 😅

[@SuperJarell22]

​@@CluelessPantherthis is the new America bro if u anit born with it good luck getting it wish u the best time for peace and a time for war