"I've revised my resume template so many times. I'm applying for roles that are 50% less in salary than my last role, and still nothing. My background is in clinical research, and the current administration has blown up the field. I'm running out of credit and am in debt to the tune of $35,000. I'm hoping I can make rent next month. I used to have my pick of offers, and now I can't even seem to break through to speaking with an actual recruiter."
"I have spent the last few months looking. I've applied to over 100 jobs across all job boards. It's very tough. I had one third-round interview and am still waiting to hear back. This job market is absolutely wild in a bad way. I bring significant experience, but it does not seem to matter anywhere. This is terrifying. This is an honest review. Anybody else? Seriously, this year could be very bad for job seekers."
Many job seekers report sending hundreds of applications with few or no interview callbacks, despite revised resumes and extensive experience. Applicants describe taking pay cuts of up to 50 percent, burning through savings, accruing debt, and struggling to pay rent. Ageism and industry-wide declines are mentioned as barriers to reemployment. Scammers pose additional risks by requesting personal information. Multiple interview rounds often end without offers or responses, leaving candidates demoralized and experiencing worsening mental health. Search durations range from months to years, and uncertainty about future prospects causes financial and emotional strain.
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