I've been facing a tough time lately with my job situation. I've been informed that my position is at risk, which has pushed me to start applying for new roles. Over the past four months, I've applied to more than 200 positions and managed to secure just 5 interviews. It's incredibly disheartening because during the interviews, everything seems to go well. The interviewers act as if I'm a perfect fit, but it often feels like they already have someone in mind and are just going through the motions with us. One particularly frustrating experience was a recruitment day where I was given hope after two interviews that stretched beyond the allotted time. In the end, I was told by HR that they decided to go with someone cheaper or with more relevant experience. Reflecting on my career, I realize that I've always taken on challenges and moved around rather than sticking to one role. Now, I can't help but feel that maybe I should have focused on one path instead. It's heartbreaking to think that interviewers might just be using candidates to check off boxes rather than genuinely considering them. I don't usually believe in karma, but I hope that one day those who put us through this will understand the struggles we face.