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I've been actively job searching for the past few months and have applied to over 50 positions in my field, but I've only received responses from about 5% of them. It's been really discouraging to put in so much effort and not see much return. I'm trying to refine my resume and cover letter, but I'm not sure what else to do to improve my chances. Any advice or tips would be greatly appreciated!

I had a job interview about 10 days ago for a position in Finance and Accounting. The head of the department, who is the Controller, conducted the interview. I felt really positive about how it went; he even showed me around the company and mentioned that I was energetic and a great fit for a corporate role. He also said he would be the one training me, which made me feel even more optimistic. However, it's been almost two weeks since the interview, and I haven't received any updates. I followed up this week but haven't heard back yet. After our interview, he mentioned he had a few more candidates to interview and would let me know afterward. I just want to know if I should be concerned or if this is a normal part of the hiring process. I reached out via Indeed DM last Wednesday since that's where we initially scheduled the interviews. I'm trying to stay hopeful!

I just had my first job interview for a dishwashing position at an elderly home. At 15, this is my first job, and I was absolutely terrified going into it. I feel a bit awkward about wanting a job since I can only work full-time in August, and then once school starts in September, I can only work on weekends and during breaks. I’ve been getting advice to just be honest about my availability and to show that I'm eager to learn and ready for the repetitive tasks that come with the job. It’s a bit daunting, but I’m trying to stay positive!

I recently started applying for jobs after many years in my current role. I had a rather strange experience with a large American company based in Europe. Their job advertisement mentioned that basic language skills were required, but during the first screening, I was surprised to find it was a fluent-level interview. While I handled it well, it felt misleading. After a few days, I received a standard rejection email. Then, a month later, they reached out again, saying new positions had opened and asked if I wanted to continue with the selection process. I agreed, and we moved forward with a 1.5-hour interview with the managers. At the end of the interview, they inquired about my notice period. I mentioned it was 90 days since I hold a senior position at my current job, which I had already stated in my application. The team lead seemed taken aback and became quite rude after I answered. After that interview, they went silent. I followed up with an inquiry email 2-3 weeks later and received an automated rejection. They contacted me again, but it was just another automated message. Is this how companies typically treat applicants these days?

I've been working as a mechanical engineer for about a year now, but things have taken a downturn in my current team. We've been losing projects, and several team members have already left or moved to different teams. With the lack of projects, I feel like my technical growth is stagnating, which is why I started applying for new jobs. I recently received an offer for a new position, but I'm torn about whether to accept it or stay where I am. The new job is located in the suburbs of New Jersey, while I'm currently based in NYC. The thought of leaving the city and my vibrant social life is daunting, especially since I'm in my early 20s and love the energy of the city. However, my current role feels unstable, and I'm not learning anything new. The new position offers much better growth opportunities and is in an industry I'm eager to explore, plus the team seems really nice. I'm also considering the option of transferring to another team within my current company, but I doubt it would provide the same level of growth as the new job. I'm really struggling with the decision of whether to take the risk and move for the sake of my career or stay in my comfort zone. It's a tough choice.

I recently applied to over 100 tech jobs in the last few months, but I've only received a handful of interview requests. I'm starting to wonder what I'm doing wrong in my applications. I know that the average interview rate is around 2-5%, so maybe I'm just on the lower end of that spectrum. Still, it feels discouraging to put in so much effort and not see more results. I'm trying to focus on improving my chances with the interviews I do get, but I could really use some advice on how to enhance my application strategy.

I’ve been applying for jobs for a few weeks now, but I’m not getting much traction with my current resume. I’m starting to feel a bit discouraged. I’ve tailored it for each position, but it seems like I’m not landing any interviews. I’m looking for feedback on how to improve it or any tips that might help me stand out more in my applications. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

I've been on the job hunt for over a year now, applying to more than 1000 positions and trying out different strategies. Despite countless rewrites of my resume, I've only managed to land one interview. It's really taking a toll on me. I'm specifically looking for remote HR roles since I can't work in person due to some personal circumstances. I know this limits my options, but it's all I can manage right now. Even though I have over three years of experience in HR, I'm primarily targeting entry-level positions. I'm feeling pretty lost and would appreciate any advice on how to improve my chances.

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I recently moved to the USA about a month ago to pursue a master's degree, and I had a job lined up as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) working with children with autism. I did my due diligence before accepting the offer, confirming that the company was legitimate with a physical address and proper credentials. Upon arriving on July 6th, I reached out to the recruiter to start my job. They informed me I needed to complete a 40-hour unpaid training, which I did promptly. After completing the training, I was told a case coordinator would contact me, but days turned into weeks with no communication. I reached out multiple times, and the recruiter kept saying the case was going through changes. A month passed with no progress, and I started applying for other jobs out of desperation. When I finally contacted HR, they apologized and promised to look into it. The recruiter then called to inform me that the family of the case had decided to stick with their current RBT. They offered me new cases, but it's been another week with no updates. I'm feeling incredibly anxious and frustrated as I need to pay bills and buy food. I’m starting to wonder if I’m being scammed or if this is just poor management. I'm looking for advice on what to do next and if anyone knows of good job agencies in the NY, NJ area. Any help would be appreciated.

I recently wrapped up my job search after a grueling six months of applying to hundreds of positions. Each interview process was intense, often involving multiple rounds of hour-long interviews. I dedicated countless hours to studying and preparing, but despite my efforts, the outcomes were consistently disappointing. I was really hopeful about one particular interview with a company I admired. However, I mistakenly joined the meeting at the wrong time due to a time zone mix-up. I had communicated my availability clearly, but they didn’t want to reschedule after that. Now, with only $100 left in my bank account, I feel completely defeated and unable to muster the energy to apply for more jobs. It’s disheartening, and I’m struggling to see the value in continuing this process.

Today, I faced a setback in my job search. I interviewed for an entry-level bank teller position, which was my first interview in two years, and I was rejected just two minutes after it ended. I thought I did well in the interview and answered all the questions appropriately, but I had to admit I lacked cash handling experience when they asked about it. I had hoped my customer service background would be enough to secure the role, especially since the pay was only slightly better than my current job at $18 per hour, coming in at around $22 or $23. I'm feeling really discouraged because it seems like I can't leverage my customer service degree or the skills I've gained over the years to land a new job. It's frustrating to think that I can't even make more than $20 an hour in this job market. I'm starting to wonder if I should just give up on finding something better. I really don't want to go back to school for another degree; it feels like a ridiculous option at this point.

I've been applying to jobs since I got laid off, and I've noticed that tailoring my resume for each application takes an incredibly long time—around 2 hours per application. I carefully read through the job descriptions, think about my 37 years of relevant experience, add in the necessary keywords, proofread everything, and then submit it through their websites. I'm starting to wonder if this is a normal amount of time to spend on each application or if I'm just overthinking the whole process. I've received some advice suggesting the use of AI tools to help streamline this, but I'm still figuring out the best approach.

I am currently looking for work and feeling a bit unsure about my job search approach. I hold a marketing degree and have three years of experience working for a nonprofit organization. Additionally, I have volunteered for several years at equine nonprofits, which has given me valuable experience in that area. I have strong letters of recommendation and over four references to support my applications. My goal is to find a position that allows me to work outdoors and is related to horses, ideally in roles that involve communicating with clients or donors, as well as assisting with event setups. I'm also open to barn manager positions. So far, I've been applying for jobs such as Marketing Assistant, Social Media Manager, and various office roles that include managing social media or marketing tasks on the side. I've also explored opportunities at ranches that align with my interests. However, I’m starting to wonder if I might be overlooking other potential job titles by focusing specifically on marketing roles. I would appreciate any suggestions for additional role names or types of positions I should consider adding to my job search list.

I'm currently a Security Engineer specializing in Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) with 3 years of experience. Recently, I've been feeling stagnant in my career as I've watched my peers advance and earn more. This prompted me to start applying for new roles about 35 days ago. Since then, I've received around 30 interview callbacks, with several opportunities now in the final stages, including positions at EY GDS and a leading security services company. However, my current employer is reluctant to let me go, asking me to extend my notice period from the standard 30 days to 3-6 months due to the critical nature of my work. I feel a strong sense of guilt about leaving, as I'm the only one managing key responsibilities and I genuinely want to maintain good relations. This guilt is impacting my mindset during interviews, making me question the point of continuing my job search. I'm even contemplating pausing my search to assist in finding and training a replacement. Has anyone else faced a similar dilemma? How did you navigate it?

I've been struggling to get any responses from job applications lately, with zero calls for interviews despite applying for a long time. I'm considering trying out Naukri's premium service to see if it can help improve my situation. Has anyone had success with Naukri premium? I'm really hoping for some guidance or experiences from others. If you don't have any insights, just a 'cfbr' would be appreciated to help reach more people. Thanks!

After being laid off for six years, I decided to apply for a job just to see what would happen. To my surprise, I got the position on my very first try! I'm 51 years old and honestly, I approached this with an IDGAF attitude, which made the whole process feel less stressful. It's absolutely hilarious to me that I landed a job so quickly after such a long break. I'm excited to see where this new opportunity takes me!

I recently applied for a job that seemed like a perfect fit for my skills and experience. I felt confident after the interview; the hiring manager seemed impressed with my resume, and we had a great rapport. I followed up with a thank you email, but then I received the disappointing news that I didn't get the position. I reached out to the recruiter for feedback, but I haven't heard back at all. It's frustrating, especially since this was a role I really wanted. I'm still actively searching and applying to about 4 to 5 jobs each day, even some that stretch beyond my current skillset. I’m also planning to start online college courses in a few weeks to enhance my qualifications. It's only been a month since my layoff was announced, and I've got just under two months left until my job officially ends. This whole process is weighing on me, and I'm feeling a bit down about it all.

I've been unemployed for about six months after my company went through layoffs. It's been a tough journey, applying to every job I can find, but today I walked into a recruitment building and they were eager to get me signed up. Honestly, it's disappointing that I'm considering this path, but I feel like I have no other options right now. I've heard mixed opinions about joining the military, but some of my friends who have done it seem to be doing well with home ownership and benefits. It's just frustrating to see the job market as it is, especially when it feels like the narrative from the top doesn't match the reality many of us are facing.

I recently received a request from a company I applied to for an AI interview. To be honest, I'm quite skeptical about the whole concept. I've heard mixed reviews about AI interviews being a waste of time. Some people mentioned that they managed to avoid it by asking for a traditional phone interview instead, which sounds like a good strategy. Others expressed that if a company can't bother to have a human conduct the interview, then they aren't worth pursuing. I completely understand that sentiment. It seems like many large corporations are leaning towards AI to streamline their hiring process, but it just feels impersonal. I haven't encountered this type of interview yet, but I'm curious about how it actually works. I've had a few companies reach out for interviews lately, but none have suggested an AI format. I wonder if I should push back if it comes up, or just move on to companies that value a human touch in their hiring process.