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I am trying to get a remote job but I seem to get rejected every time, my current job is not financially stable.

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I am trying to get a remote job but I seem to get rejected every time, my current job is not financially stable.

Hi,

I have been working at my current workplace for almost four years and the last year we have had financial issues that make my living standards really difficult to manage. I am trying to make ends meet but I am not able to if I get partial payments or when I have to wait for weeks for these payments and supporting myself is becoming difficult.

I am really trying to get a remote job to support me while I wait for my payments but the rejection letter are very uplifting. I am in tech recently became a DevOps Engineer from being a SysAdmin.

I'm constantly upskilling while looking for jobs but its not easy especially when I am dealing with so much uncertainties trying to survive and sometimes these skills need financial backup for certifications or courses. I do enjoy my work but it hard to keep up when I am not comfortable with the way things are going.

Any thought on how I can land a remote job?

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  1. Anonymous

    WTF? Not at all helpful! How can the moderators of this forum cut down on BS like this?

  2. Ayian

    Click the ... At the top of the comment and flag it for review

  3. Anonymous

    Can you apply for another retail role maybe? Something that could be faster and consistent.

  4. Anonymous

    With a background in DevOps and SysAdmin, you might be able to register with an org like Upwork to do consulting work and earn money on the side.

    In tech, having your certifications is pretty key. I recommend you find a way to prioritize these when you can. These will open doors for you in the future. Look into what programs are available to help you earn the certifications you need. Join user groups and attend functions. You may find connections in your community who will help you find that next career.

    When you talk about waiting for "payments," are these paychecks or commission payments? You might look into your state's employment laws to see what legal recourse you have.

    Sounds like you are smart. Do your homework. And I wish you the best in your journey!

  5. Julie Blomsterberg

    Network! Maybe someone you know needs PT contract work to fill a gap, and you can provide that. Have some coffee chats and tell people you trust that you're looking for remote work to bridge a gap for you. My company is hosting a free webinar in a few weeks to help candidates ace the interview - check it out! https://www.linkedin.com/events/acetheinterview-jobhuntingmaste7312304903861768192/theater/

    Coursera may have a free trial that you can take advantage of to upskill, and I believe google offers free certifications as well.

    Unsolicited advice -- if you're a W2 employee and not being paid in a timely manner that's a red flag. Consider looking for a more stable FT role and talk with your current employer to ask if they'd be open to a PT remote work arrangement.

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