How long have you been laid off?

Anonymous

March 13,2024 at 5:15AM UTC

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How long have you been laid off? How many applications have you sent? How many interviews? Have you landed a job yet? I’m hearing people being out of work for a year which I can’t even think of and my heart goes out to anyone on the job hunt it is so not easy out here!

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AnonymousMarch 13,2024 at 5:24AM UTC
I knew a layoff was coming for awhile so I prepared, revised resume, et al, researched, interviewed, prayed hard (homework for series of interviews for role I have).
I got out before laid off and secured to place I've wanted for a long time.
Opportunity I do NOT take for granted. Yes, I'm experienced and a fit but so are others.
AnonymousMarch 14,2024 at 10:37PM UTC
A year,
3 final rounds all went “internal”
I have no idea
Nope there is nothing out there to apply to, I’ve exhausted my network, they were all laid off too.
AnonymousMarch 15,2024 at 3:46AM UTC
I feel the same way. Everyone I talk to has been impacted by layoffs or knows someone that has. This job market is horrible. I hope you find something soon.
AnonymousMarch 16,2024 at 2:43PM UTC
The only way I had any luck was to drive to the places I applied to on Indeed and Zip Recruiter, drop off hard copies and make myself known. I sent out over 160 resumes without driving and dropping them to be met with quick rejections. I am now waiting on the drug screen from one (which won’t be an issue) and have a second round interview with a VP elsewhere. Serious pay cut but I have bills to pay and kids to raise. I’m afraid of it happening again now. The only time I ever had to job hunt years ago it took a week. The one with the drug screen took 4 weeks and 1 day. I’m not sure how people can float a year and still be OK. It’s terrifying.
AnonymousMarch 16,2024 at 9:06PM UTC
Yes it’s terrifying the unknown. I’m currently a month unemployed and this is taking a toll on my mental health. I have kids to feed so praying something comes about soon vs getting rejected, ghosted or recruiters with commission roles trying to reach out. I need an actual salary so I can budget on what I can do for myself and family.
AnonymousMarch 17,2024 at 6:21PM UTC
I totally understand! I’m now also freaking out as I take B12 supplements and am reading it can cause positive drug tests. I did the test Wednesday afternoon and havent heard back. The hiring manager said 2-5 days usually I’m my own worst enemy.