Feeling

I recently went through a frustrating experience with a company I was really excited about. I found a remote role that aligned perfectly with my interests and skills, so I applied through their job portal. Unfortunately, I was too late the first time, but when I saw the position open up again, I reached out to the founder directly. He appreciated my experience and asked me to complete a trial task, which I did, and he liked it. We then had a detailed interview where we discussed the role and even talked about a few paid days before officially starting. After our conversation, I was eager to know when I could start, but I was met with silence. I sent him a follow-up message on LinkedIn two days later, but he didn’t respond. The following Monday came and still no reply, even though he was active on LinkedIn. I decided to send him an email for clarity, but that also went unanswered. It's been three weeks now, and I still haven't heard anything, despite him being active online. I understand that things can change, but I wish he would at least communicate where things stand. This experience has left me feeling uncertain and frustrated, as I don’t want to get my hopes up without any clear communication.

I just had an in-person interview for a marketing position at a tech company, and I felt it went really well. However, I'm unsure whether I should send a thank-you email since I don't have the hiring manager's email, only the recruiter's. I've always sent thank-you emails after interviews in my previous roles, but I'm questioning if it truly makes a difference, especially since they are making a decision tomorrow. I'm leaning towards sending a note through the recruiter to express my gratitude and recap some points from the interview. I believe it could help reinforce my interest in the role, even if it doesn't guarantee anything. I appreciate any advice on this!

I've been feeling really lost in my job search lately. I have a background in writing, communications, management, and recruiting, and I'm based in the US. My biggest concern is finding a role that doesn't require me to work more than 40 hours a week. Every job I've had so far has had those expectations, and it's been exhausting. I'm also looking to make at least $50k a year to cover my mortgage. I'm starting to wonder if positions like this even exist anymore or if everything is just over 40 hours. It feels pretty hopeless at the moment. I hold a bachelor's degree in Technical Writing with a minor in Communication Arts, so I'm hoping that will help me find something suitable.

I work as a packager at a lab, and things have been looking pretty bleak lately. For the past three weeks, we haven't had any products to package, which is unusual. There are only three of us packagers, and our two lab assistants haven't been around for almost a week. The assistant lab manager has been actively looking for other jobs, which raises some red flags. Our Sr. Extraction manager keeps saying he's trying to get us more work, but he claims that upper management didn't expect such a significant slowdown in sales, so we can't produce anything right now. Meanwhile, the other packager who was sent to our other facility in Coolidge has stopped going, and one has been calling off. I'm starting to wonder if this is just a slow period or if the lab is facing a potential shutdown.

I just found out that the lab I work at is shutting down. It’s been a tough week as we’re all trying to process this news. I’m currently a research technician, and this lab has been my home for the past three years. I’m not sure what the next steps are for me, but I’m starting to look for new opportunities. I’ve been updating my resume and reaching out to my network to see if anyone knows of openings in similar fields. It’s a bit overwhelming, but I’m hoping to find something soon.

I received an email last Wednesday from a company expressing interest in interviewing me for a role. They complimented my resume and provided details about the position, including pay. They also asked me four screening questions and requested my availability for the rest of that week and the following week. I responded the next day around 2 AM, but I haven’t heard back since then. I'm considering reaching out today to follow up, as they already showed interest in me. It feels like there’s nothing to lose by checking in.

I have been working at a grocery store since I was 16, and after 6 years, I've finally decided it's time for a change. Recently, I started applying for new jobs and I just got a screening interview with a recruiter from a credit union. This is my first formal interview experience, as my current job didn't require one—my boss simply told me when to start. I'm feeling a mix of excitement and nerves, so I'm reaching out for advice on how to prepare and what to expect during this interview. Any tips would be greatly appreciated!

I just started a new job at a freight forwarding agency, and I'm feeling really anxious about it. I walked in expecting some sort of orientation or introduction, but instead, I was just left to sit there without an offer letter or any guidance. It's overwhelming, especially since I'm new to this field and I even stretched the truth a bit on my resume. I need a job, but I'm starting to question if this was the right choice. Should I stick it out and see if things improve, or should I start looking for something else? I’m also worried about my long career break and how it might affect my job search. I'm looking for advice on how to handle this situation.

I was laid off last Tuesday from my role as a pricing analyst for a large company after a year of working there. I'm 27 and hold a BS degree in data science. My job involved using tools like Excel, PowerPoint, Tableau, Snowflake, R, and Python to analyze pricing for gas stations. Before this, I was a pricing analyst at an AM100 law firm, but I left after a year due to a toxic culture and lack of growth opportunities. Prior to that, I spent two years in a non-profit healthcare organization as an 'Excel monkey.' Right now, I'm feeling overwhelmed and scared about my future. I've been reading a lot of threads on job hunting and recruiting hell, and it's giving me serious existential dread. My resume looks choppy because I've jumped around jobs, and I'm worried that AI is making it harder to find positions in my field. The industry I have experience in feels unstable, especially with the ongoing conflicts affecting the economy. I've sent out over 60 applications but have only landed one phone screen, which I doubt will lead anywhere. I feel defeated and hopeless, especially since I've never stayed at a job long enough to earn a promotion. I'm just trying to gauge how bad my situation really is and if there's any hope for my career moving forward.

I just quit my part-time retail job after only a month, and I did it without any notice. I was a student trying to balance work and classes, but the store manager was unbearable. There were numerous negative reviews online about her behavior, including yelling at staff and swearing in front of customers. She even chain-smoked right outside the store despite clear no-smoking signs. I asked for a consistent schedule to accommodate my classes, but they never followed through. After enduring it for a while, I found a better opportunity that offered a consistent schedule, better hours, and higher pay. This morning, I sent a message on Teams to quit and then deleted both Teams and the scheduling app. I felt a bit guilty about ghosting them, as I’ve always given two weeks' notice in the past, but this time I just couldn't take it anymore. I don’t plan on using them as a reference and honestly hope to forget that job ever existed.

I recently accepted a new senior manager position at a Fortune 500 company, which comes with a significant $40k salary increase. However, I have mixed feelings about the move. I've been with my current company for 7 years, just 15-20 minutes from home, and I have a great relationship with my team and boss. The new job is about 40-45 minutes away, and during the interview process, I didn't get the best vibes. A coworker mentioned that the woman leading my new division has a poor reputation and was fired from her last job for her treatment of others. Although I won’t be working directly under her, it still leaves me feeling anxious about the work culture. I took the job primarily for my family's financial future, but now I’m questioning if I made the right decision. Has anyone else faced a similar dilemma?

I've been laid off three times in the last three years, but I've managed to find new roles each time without taking a step back in my career. Currently, I'm in a position that is going well, but the experience has left me with significant anxiety about job security. I constantly worry about being laid off again, even when there are no signs that it's imminent. I'm reaching out to see if others who have faced multiple layoffs have experienced similar feelings. How did you cope with the anxiety and regain a sense of security at work? I know it's a common issue, as I've seen comments from others who have been laid off multiple times, and it seems like the anxiety can linger long after the layoffs are over. Any advice on how to manage these feelings would be appreciated.

I recently applied for a job where the communication has been entirely via email. After completing two assessments, I received a prompt reply thanking me for my submissions and stating that they would review them and update me on the next steps in the selection process. However, it has now been almost two weeks since that response. I'm feeling eager about this opportunity and am considering whether I should send a polite follow-up email to inquire about my application status. I want to express my interest without coming off as pushy, so I'm looking for advice on the best approach to take.

I'm in the process of considering a new role with a different company and I'm trying to figure out the best way to communicate my start date. I'm thinking of saying my start date will be two weeks from when I accept the offer, but I'm a bit anxious about it because I still need to complete the job screening activities, like background checks and health screenings. I have a good feeling that I'll pass these checks, but it feels risky to resign from my current job without having everything finalized. I've seen some advice suggesting that I should wait until all the pre-employment requirements are completed before I give my two weeks' notice. Others have mentioned that it's reasonable to ask my new employer how long these checks usually take, and to set a start date accordingly, perhaps a bit further out to account for any delays. I want to be upfront with the new company about my need to provide proper notice to my current employer after all checks are cleared. I think this approach will help avoid any awkwardness if there are delays in the onboarding process. I'm just trying to navigate this transition smoothly.

I recently experienced a frustrating situation in my job search. I had an interview scheduled, but just one hour before it was supposed to start, I received a notification that the meeting was canceled. Later in the week, I was informed that the role had been suspended altogether. It was disheartening to see such a lack of consideration for candidates. Additionally, I had another interview where they asked about my start availability. I felt positive about it, but then I was told they liked me but decided to go with a more experienced candidate. They mentioned they would keep me in mind for future roles, but it still stings to hear that. It feels like the reputation of job applicants is declining, and it’s becoming increasingly challenging to find decent opportunities. I know I'm not alone in this, as I've seen others share similar experiences. The job market is tough right now.

I'm currently a 20-year-old college student looking for a part-time online job that doesn't require any experience. I've been actively searching on platforms like Indeed and LinkedIn, but so far, I haven't had any luck landing a position. I'm feeling a bit stuck and would really appreciate any advice or tips on how to improve my job search. Some suggestions I've received include exploring local retail or customer service roles, on-campus job opportunities, and even temp agencies. However, I'm finding that many listings that claim to require no experience often turn out to be scams. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated!

I had a call on August 28 where I was told there was an intention to extend an offer for a position I interviewed for, but they needed to wait for authorization. I was informed that I could expect an offer the following week. Fast forward to September 3, I received an email stating they were still waiting and that I could expect an offer next week again. I decided to follow up via email on the same day to inquire about the timing, but I haven't received any response since then. I'm starting to feel uncertain about whether I'm being ghosted or if the recruiting process is just slow. Some comments I read suggested that I might be a backup candidate, which is disheartening. I'm trying to stay positive but also keeping my options open and continuing my job search.

I'm feeling really frustrated with my family's perspective on job hunting. They’ve been at the same company for over a decade and have no idea how tough it is out here for us job seekers. They give me advice that feels completely out of touch, like suggesting I just walk into stores and ask if they’re hiring. I tried that once and got a weird look from the clerk who told me to check their website instead. I’ve been applying for entry-level positions in retail and warehouses, but all I get is rejection. It’s ridiculous when job descriptions ask for a year of experience for roles that are supposed to be entry-level. It feels like a catch-22. My family thinks I’m not trying hard enough because they believe getting a job should be easy. They don’t understand that it can take hundreds of applications just to land a few interviews. They think if I haven’t received an offer after a couple of months, I should just retrain and switch fields. But the truth is, the hiring process can take ages, especially in tech, and even in other industries, I’m competing against hundreds of other applicants. It’s disheartening to hear outdated advice from people who haven’t had to search for a job in years. They don’t seem to grasp the reality of the current job market and how much harder it is now compared to when they were job hunting. Anyone else dealing with this kind of frustrating feedback?

I had a screening call for a job last Monday, and during the call, I was informed that I would receive an update by the end of the week, regardless of the outcome. It's now the following Monday, and I haven't heard back yet. I'm wondering if it's appropriate to send a follow-up email or text tomorrow to inquire about any updates. I'm feeling anxious about the situation, especially since they mentioned a potential trial shift in the future. I really dislike being left in the dark and would prefer to know if I wasn't successful. Should I just let it go or reach out for clarification?

I was laid off from my job at a small company, which I'll refer to as Company X, just five days after starting. On my first day, I had informed the CEO about my mental health condition and the monthly injections I need to take. He seemed understanding at the time, saying it would have been nice to know beforehand but assured me that it wouldn’t affect my job. My manager, Will, also reassured me that the company was accommodating and that my probation wouldn’t be impacted by my medical needs. However, today I arrived at 7:30 am, and at 9 am, I was called into a meeting with Will and the CEO. They told me I was 'not the right fit' because they needed someone available from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm every day. Despite my willingness to manage my schedule, they couldn’t accommodate my need to come in late once a month for my treatment. I felt blindsided and disappointed, especially since I had communicated openly about my situation. Now, I'm left to navigate the aftermath of this unexpected layoff.