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I applied for a cashier position at a grocery store over six weeks ago, and I recently followed up on my application. The response was vague, stating that I wasn't qualified, but it didn't specify whether I was over-qualified or under-qualified. My background includes a customer service role in an office, sales experience, and a history in retail, but I only have a GED from 2021. I'm unsure if I should apply for these entry-level retail jobs without including my last two positions on my resume, as that would leave a six-year gap in my employment history. Ideally, I want to transition into a service role like cleaning or laundry, but I'm facing challenges due to my lack of specific relevant experience. I'm looking for advice on how to present myself as qualified for these roles.

I just completed my second interview for a marketing manager position at a tech startup. The interview went well, and I felt a strong connection with the team. They asked about my previous experience with digital campaigns and how I handle tight deadlines. I’m feeling optimistic about the next steps in the hiring process!

I had an interview with Cracker Barrel yesterday for a position I was really excited about. The manager told me I was hired and just needed to submit an application on their website instead of through Indeed, so I did that right away. I followed up with the manager to confirm my application was in, but then I got some disappointing news. I was told they were moving on with the hiring process, but later I found out from a different manager that they accidentally hired someone else due to a miscommunication. Now I'm on a waitlist, which feels frustrating and disheartening. This was supposed to be my first job, and I’m really tired of going through interviews only to end up with nothing.

I applied for a consultancy role two months ago, specifically for a client engagement. The process started with me creating a presentation for the hiring manager, who responded positively and even offered advice on how to utilize the presentation during my meeting with the client's hiring manager. After that, I moved to the next round, where the hiring manager continued to support me by offering coaching before my second interview. However, the process has been slow due to scheduling conflicts and the client being based internationally. It's now been almost three weeks since my final interview, and I’m still waiting for updates as the candidate review meeting has been delayed. I'm eager to hear back soon since this position promises significant career growth and a substantial pay increase.

I recently applied for a remote customer service position at Chewy, but I ran into a challenge regarding my internet connection. The job listing specified that satellite internet is not supported, which is a problem for me since I live in a rural area where satellite is my most reliable option. I could potentially use dial-up, but I'm worried that it wouldn't be fast enough for the job. I'm wondering if it's common for remote positions to have such specific internet requirements and if there's any way Chewy would actually verify the type of internet I'm using. I went ahead and submitted my application, indicating that I don't use satellite internet, and they sent me an assessment. Now I'm debating whether to continue with the process. If I were to get an interview, would it be safe to lie about my internet connection? I've applied to over 60 remote jobs without any interviews, and this is the first time I've encountered this satellite internet issue. Has anyone else experienced this with remote work, or does anyone have insights about working for Chewy and whether they check internet service providers?

I’m a burnt-out teacher currently seeking a new role outside of education. I've been applying to a variety of positions but haven’t received any interview invitations yet. I've been tailoring my CV and cover letter for each application, but it seems like I'm hitting a wall. I'm open to any tips or advice on how to improve my chances of landing an interview.

I recently applied for a role that seemed like a perfect match for my skills and qualifications, and it would have been a promotion from my current position. My manager is supportive of my career growth and referred me to the hiring team, confirming they received my resume. However, I received an automatic update this morning stating I was "Not Under Consideration". I suspect this is due to a yes/no question about having 2 years of experience in a specific niche, which I answered honestly, even though it felt risky. Given our close working relationship with the hiring team, I expected at least a courtesy interview based on my manager's referral. I'm now unsure whether I should inform my manager about the rejection, reach out to the hiring team directly, or seek another referral to improve my chances. The job market in my industry is tough, and I want to ensure I do everything possible to be considered for this opportunity.

I completed a 13-month internship at a major pharmaceutical company in Canada, where I consistently received positive feedback from my manager. After my internship ended, I was offered a 9-month extension, but when I inquired about converting to a permanent role, I was informed there was no headcount available. My manager did support me by allowing me to remove the 'intern' title from my resume for future job applications. I applied for two internal positions, following company policy which required me to inform my manager first. He was supportive and reassured me that they were working towards securing a permanent position for me, stating that if I stayed with the team long enough, I would eventually get one. Recently, a position opened up after a team member was let go, and I assumed it would be offered to me, but it ended up going to another department. While my manager is genuinely nice and supportive, I can't help but feel that I might be receiving empty promises. I am the most productive member of the team, yet I often hear comments about my age, which makes me wonder if there's some bias at play. With my internship ending in December, I have about six months left and I'm seeking advice on how to navigate this situation.

I've been job searching since 2020, and honestly, it's starting to feel like a never-ending void. I'm 28 years old and disabled, but not enough to qualify for disability benefits. It's frustrating because I've faced countless rejections, and it feels like opportunities are just slamming shut in my face. Recently, I participated in a rehabilitation program that gave me a glimpse of what it’s like to have a job and earn my own income, but that only lasted from April to May. Now that it's over, I feel even more desperate. My parents are emotionally abusive, and I just want to escape this environment. I’m stuck applying for jobs almost every day, but the program has closed my case because I didn’t find something within their timeframe. I’m starting to wonder if it’s even worth trying anymore. I feel like I’m a burden to everyone around me and just want to move out of my parents' house. At 28, I still have to ask for permission to do simple things like go out with my sister or grab a snack. I hate being referred to as their 'forever 16' or 'forever child.' It’s exhausting and demoralizing. I know I need to change my approach, maybe by networking more or customizing my applications better, but I just feel so trapped and overwhelmed.

I recently got fired and applied for unemployment benefits in Florida. I submitted my application yesterday and received a Notice of Monetary Determination today. The notice indicates that I have 10 days to address any pending eligibility issues, but the portal shows that I am eligible. I also got a text prompting me to check for documents, and one of the forms stated that no action is needed since I already explained my termination in the application. I was paid this week, but I remember there’s a waiting week before benefits kick in. I'm trying to figure out if there's anything else I need to do at this stage.

I recently completed my job search journey after 2.5 years of applying for full-time positions post-graduation, submitting around 300 applications in total. During this time, I took on freelance and contracting work to build my experience, supplementing my 3 to 4 internships. Throughout the process, I found myself suppressing a lot of emotions just to cope with the overwhelming situation. Now that I've finally secured a job, I’ve started talking to a mental health professional about the emotional toll this experience has taken on me. I’ve realized that feelings of isolation, helplessness, and being trapped were common for me during this time. I'm curious if others have faced similar challenges with their mental health during their job searches and how they managed to work through it.

I had a recruiter from the company reach out to me for a role during the week of May 18. I applied right away and was hopeful about the opportunity. However, three weeks later, I received a message from her stating that my application was still under review and that they would update me once they had made a decision about the next steps. This lack of communication has left me feeling uncertain. Is this typical in hiring processes? I’ve heard from others that it can take a long time, but this is the first time I’ve heard from her in weeks. I’m considering sending a polite follow-up soon, but I’m also focusing on other job opportunities in the meantime.

I was recently laid off from my position as a Shopify developer, where I had around 8+ years of experience as a Senior eCommerce Developer. My main focus was on Shopify Plus, custom theme development, app development, and working with GraphQL APIs and BigCommerce Stencil development. Since the layoff, I've been actively applying for new roles in Shopify and BigCommerce, but I'm finding that I'm getting very few responses or interview calls. I've been using LinkedIn, job portals, and company career pages to search for opportunities, but it feels like I'm missing something in my approach. I'm reaching out to this community for advice on what might work better in today's job market for Shopify developers. Specifically, I'm curious about: - The importance of referrals or networking compared to just submitting applications. - Any platforms or strategies that have proven more effective than traditional job boards. - Tips on how to improve response rates from recruiters or companies. I'm also open to freelance, contract, or agency work while I continue my job search. Any guidance or feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

I was laid off in 2024 and it has been a rough journey since then. After losing my job, I took two UX courses to improve my skills and managed to land a job in 2025, but I was laid off again shortly after. Since October 2025, I've been actively applying for jobs, making it to the final rounds multiple times, but either I don’t get selected or, even worse, I get ghosted at the last stage. This ongoing struggle has taken a toll on my mental health. I ran out of money in December, and my girlfriend helped me out during that tough time, but the stress of my situation eventually led her to leave me after five years together. I completely understand her decision, as it has been a lot to handle. Now, I'm trying to pick up the pieces and feeling like a failure, especially as a man. The layoff in 2024 really threw me off course. Just three weeks ago, I had a third-round interview, but I haven't heard back despite following up for updates. It's disheartening.

I'm feeling really frustrated with my job search lately. I've applied to hundreds of positions, and I keep getting stuck at the second interview stage, only to be rejected afterward. In many cases, I don't even get an interview before being turned down, which is disheartening. What's even more surprising is that I just got rejected for a warehouse job, something I've never experienced before. I only applied because it was nearby and offered decent pay. I have a history of working in warehouse roles when I was younger, so this rejection really hit hard. Now, I'm shifting my focus to sales positions, where I have years of experience. I'm starting to wonder if these companies are genuinely hiring. It seems like many job ads have been up for ages, and I can't help but think that some companies just keep them open to collect resumes without any real intention of filling the roles. It's exhausting trying to figure out what these companies are looking for.

I recently went through a phone screening for a position at a tech company where I was asked about my expected salary. I provided a range that I thought was reasonable based on my experience and the industry standards. After the screening, I was excited to be scheduled for a second interview with the hiring manager, which made me think my salary expectations were aligned with theirs. However, today I received a call from a different HR representative who offered me the position, but the salary was significantly lower than the range I had provided. I was taken aback and expressed my concerns about the low offer. The HR rep mentioned he would discuss it with someone on Monday to see if there was room for negotiation. I never expected to be lowballed like this, especially after sharing my expectations upfront. It's frustrating because I was genuinely interested in the role, and I wouldn't have pursued it further if I had known their actual pay rate. It makes me wonder why they even asked for my expected salary in the first place.

I'm currently working in a mid-level administration role at a university in Switzerland, where I've been for the past six years. My daily commute is exhausting, taking up 3.5 hours, and I work four days a week, totaling 42.5 hours. After a severe workplace accident in 2025 that required two reconstructive surgeries, my relationship with my supervisor has deteriorated due to miscommunication. As a result, I'm often blamed for issues that arise, which has worsened my chronic pain and mental health. My psychiatrist has recently put me on sick leave, and while I'm supposed to return, I'm hesitant. I fear that going back full-time could jeopardize my health further, especially since I can't change my supervisor's behavior. The thought of leaving my job brings me relief, but I'm anxious about the job market. I've never been unemployed and have already started applying for new positions, submitting nine applications so far, with one rejection and awaiting a second interview for another. If I quit now, I risk being fired in two months, but I have a three-month notice period and could collect unemployment for 18 months, which gives me some financial leeway. I have savings for about four months as well. I'm scared of losing my job, but the idea of pursuing my hobbies, taking courses, and focusing on my health is appealing. I'm torn between the fear of the unknown and the desire for freedom. What would you do in my situation?

I recently graduated in 2026 and am now a fresher actively searching for jobs. I've been applying everywhere—LinkedIn, Naukri, Indeed—and even tried cold messaging on LinkedIn, but the premium subscription is too pricey for me. Despite my efforts, I rarely receive any responses to my applications, and I haven't made it to the interview stage yet. It's been a month since I created my Naukri account, and I've had 100 search appearances, but I'm feeling very stressed about my job hunt. I've also shared my resume for feedback, as I'm eager to improve my chances. Some comments suggested I remove my high school GPA and reorder my resume to highlight my skills and experiences better. They advised putting a short objective at the top, listing tools and skills next, followed by my work experience and projects, and finally moving my education to the bottom. I'm taking this advice to heart and hope it will help me get noticed.

I recently started a new job as a logistics coordinator, expecting a mix of 30% warehouse and 70% office work. However, after just four days, I've found myself doing 100% warehouse work. I'm not even allowed to listen to music while I work, which feels ridiculous since I'm the only one in the warehouse. My boss is also very strict about the noise from ventilation fans, which is frustrating. To top it off, today I was asked to start driving a truck and get my DOT card. I'm willing to do it, but I made it clear that I shouldn't have to pay for that myself, which my boss didn't appreciate. Communication has been a huge issue too; I often get only half the information I need, and I have to ask questions in different ways just to get clarity. Being in an at-will state makes it hard to consider leaving, especially with rent and bills to pay. I feel stuck and miserable, but I do have an interview lined up with another company that offers a higher salary and seems to align more with my skills in inventory management. I've applied to over 100 jobs this past year, and this logistics position was my first real opportunity, so I'm trying to stick it out until I can hopefully transition to something better. By the way, I've heard that quitting a job can somehow affect your credit report, but I doubt that's true. I need to look into that more. For now, I'm just trying to keep my head up and push through.

I recently applied for a job in another state and completed a virtual interview, which I passed. Now, I've been invited for an in-person interview, but I think they might not have realized that I live far away. I'm considering asking if it would be possible to conduct the interview virtually instead. Has anyone else had to request a virtual interview due to living in a different state? I’d appreciate any advice or experiences you could share!