Hello ladies!

I need to share my latest experience. To say I'm befuddled and frustrated is an understatement. I apologize for the long message. It amazes me how many companies and their recruiters/hiring managers are reviewing my resume (or not) to determine whether I have 75 specific degrees, certifications, and skills, yet fail to meet the same standards they ask of job candidates. Let’s not discuss the salary offered for said specific degrees, etc. I've had three interviews forgotten by hiring managers, only to receive a generic "I'm sorry" email days later, informing me the job is on hold or has been filled internally. The last incident occurred this week after a month of communication and assessments. Every position requires years of account management and customer service experience, emphasizing follow-up, yet they are not practicing what they preach. If I ignored requests for confirmation or feedback from clients or colleagues, I would expect to be fired. My company informed me they were closing my division and eliminating my job. The market is to blame. I have been job hunting for five months, knowing this event was approaching. I can travel as needed. I don't care whether the role is on-site, hybrid, or remote. I've lowered my salary expectations because I am confident and ambitious and know I will excel and get promoted eventually. I have worked in various industries and roles, from entry to management. I learn new platforms quickly. To have my resume rejected because I was missing one out of the seven must-have requirements is insane. Are you saying I cannot learn to fill in an industry-specific contract? It is frustrating and demoralizing. I’m rewriting the information on my resume to apply for roles. I am writing paragraphs to answer questions unrelated to the role. The assessments are frustrating. If they worked, we wouldn’t be reading about employee revolts in the news daily. I write thank you letters. I reach out to hiring managers if located. When did companies start prioritizing micro-specific skills over aptitude? Does experience no longer count?