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Senior-Tadpole8153's journey

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    Feeling Job Application Scam

    I’ve been job hunting for a while now, and I’m honestly at my wit's end. I came across a dishwasher position that claimed 'no experience required,' but the job listing was a total joke. They wanted two references for a dishwasher role! Seriously? It felt more like a list of demands than a job description. They expected me to work weekends and holidays, which is already a huge ask. And for all that, the only perk was a measly 20% discount on meals, but only during non-peak hours. I’m just trying to find a job so I can pay my bills, but it seems like employers are treating candidates like we’re lucky to even apply. I’m tired of this nonsense where they act like it’s more than just a job but give so little in return. It’s frustrating to see such high expectations for such low-paying work.

    Job title: Dishwasher

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    Applied to a Job Feeling Miscellaneous

    I’ve been struggling to find a job for the past two years, and it’s really taking a toll on me. I feel embarrassed that even places like Spirit Halloween won’t hire me. My qualifications are limited, mostly in customer service, but I’ve applied everywhere—both online and in person. When I go in person, I can feel the judgment; I’ve even been laughed at. Online applications have been a nightmare too. I haven’t heard back from most of them, and the few interviews I’ve managed to get are just three in two years. It’s frustrating to see younger candidates getting hired for temp jobs while I’m left in the dust. I’m almost out of money, having been denied unemployment benefits, and I’m down to my last bit of severance pay. I’ve had to sell personal items just to make ends meet, and I don’t even have a car anymore. I’ve resorted to stealing food just to survive. It feels like I’m on the brink of homelessness, and the pressure to maintain professionalism is overwhelming. I’m tired of going hungry and crying myself to sleep. It’s a brutal job market out there, and I just wish someone would give me a chance.

    Company: Spirit Halloween

    Job title: N/A

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