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CraSyFantaZ1's journey

Milestones, reflections, and progress updates connected as your layoff-to-next-step story unfolds.

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    Feeling Planning Thinking

    I have a degree in library and information science, but I've been struggling to find a job in that field. My friends suggested that I should take any job to build my resume, so I took their advice and have been working at a cafe for the past four months. This experience has helped me develop customer service skills and improved my confidence in communication. Now, I'm considering applying for library or archive positions again, even though my experience in that specific field is limited. The cafe job is the longest I've held, and I'm wondering if this general job experience is enough to start applying.

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    Applied to a Job Feeling Miscellaneous Planning Thinking

    Today, I reflected on my job search journey as a 27-year-old with a bachelor's degree in library science but very little work experience. Growing up with ADHD and autism, I wasn't encouraged to seek employment, which has left me feeling lost now that I want to start my career. My work history includes just a week at a kindergarten, a month as a library intern, another month at a clothing store, and nearly three months at a cafe. I've been applying to jobs, but it seems like I'm either overqualified or not qualified enough. Libraries and bookstores often overlook my applications due to my lack of specific experience in the field, and it's disheartening. I feel like I've failed at life and I'm unsure how to move forward. I've received some advice from others, like removing my degree from my resume for jobs that don't require it, or considering volunteering at a library to gain relevant experience. Networking seems to be a crucial part of this process, and I plan to engage with professionals in my field on LinkedIn and explore community groups. I never anticipated how challenging this would be, and I’m contemplating temp jobs or even going back to school for a secondary degree in document management to enhance my prospects. It’s frustrating, but I’m determined to find a way to build my resume and get my foot in the door.

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