I am having a horrible time finding a new job.

Anonymous

April 20,2022 at 12:46PM UTC

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I am having a horrible time finding a new job. I feel so tapped out after applying to countless jobs over the past few months. Every once in awhile, I’ll get an interview, or even move to a second interview, but then get denied. I’ve been with my company for over 8 years, and honestly should have left a few years ago, but wanted to stay for some benefits and then COVID happened. I feel stuck. We’ve been working remotely since 2020, but I know they are looking to bring us back in a hybrid schedule. I’m not wanting to make a three hour total commute each day I have to go in, and into a city that’s becoming increasingly more dangerous. They don’t pay us enough, and now that I’m looking for new jobs, I realize just how non-progressive this company is. I look at job descriptions for what should be an equivalent position, and I feel as though I’m not up to speed on regular industry things because of that. I have no problems making lateral moves or even a step back title wise (titles don’t matter to me), but I need to make more money and have great benefits. Any advice?

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AnonymousApril 20,2022 at 1:01PM UTC
Where are you located, and what industry? Are there networking forums available to you? I have had luck reaching out to connections on LinkedIn and just having a conversation.
AnonymousApril 20,2022 at 1:43PM UTC
I would tap into your network. You'll have the best ability to land a great job by referral or introduction.
Lisa HughesApril 20,2022 at 2:17PM UTC
One piece of advice I've always followed is not to do the same thing over and over and expect different results. Since this approach isn't working, let's try something else.
Perhaps the interviewers have noticed that you aren't up to speed on some of those industry standards, and decided to go with an applicant who is. Do you have any letters of recommendation from a peer or supervisor who is sympathetic to your goals? As the other commenters have said, reach out to your community for tips, or letters of recommendation.
Also, you could consider doing something different. You didn't mention anywhere in your post that you love what you do. Is this industry you're in just a means to an end, or do you enjoy it? If the former is the truth, I would encourage you to apply for something you could enjoy doing.
Hope this helps!
Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistApril 21,2022 at 7:39PM UTC
It doesn't sound like your resume is generating much interest so I recommend you start there.
What have you done so far in your job search? Where is your resume posted? How often do you update those profiles? Where are you looking for jobs? Is your LinkedIn profile up to snuff?