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lots-a-thoughts's journey

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    I’ve been on the job hunt for the past six months, and honestly, it’s been a tough journey filled with rejection and ghosting. Every time I open my email, I brace myself for the same disappointing message: "thank you for your interest..." It’s exhausting. I’ve had some decent interviews, but then I hear nothing back, which leaves me feeling mentally drained. I try to keep my spirits up, but it’s hard when it feels like I’m just sending my applications into a black hole. I’m looking for any tips on how to stay motivated during this frustrating process.

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    I'm starting a new full-time call center job at a large company that I got through a staffing agency. The pay is $18 an hour, but I'm feeling pretty anxious about it. As someone who is low energy and introverted, I'm worried that I might end up hating this job. However, I really need to stick it out for the next few months to pay for school and loans, and to improve my credit score. I'm looking for some encouragement and tips from others who have had to push through a job they didn't enjoy. Has anyone else been in a similar situation?

    Job title: call center job

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