Hey Tim, Paul here again. I was inspired by some of the posts you put up here a while back where you talked about your job search and interviews so I have been following your convos to stay updated on your progress. My story this year with work is somewhat similar to yours. Tons of resume updates, application submissions galore, failed interviews, etc, etc, etc…. I actually rushed into a bad job offer earlier this year which lasted about 5 weeks before I had to resign. Everyone claims they’re impressed with my experience and qualifications but their actions show otherwise cause no one's calling me back with job offers. It’s frustrating, confusing, annoying, and scary at the same time. Good Willed people tell me to be patient and persistent. Stay encouraged and have faith in a higher power. I get it but accepting the fact that I still don’t have a job is harder on some days more than others. I’ll vent, go for a walk, take a break, or reach out to others when I feel the stress is overbearing and overwhelming my mind questioning my self esteem. One of the greatest things I’ve learned from this experience this year is to ask for help when I need it. It took me a long time but I finally feel that I’m able to open up and allow others into my life. I think this is going to make me a better team member and employee in the long run. Stay encouraged my friend. I have hope that this season we’re weathering is about to pass. Take good care!

Hi Tim, Sorry to hear you're feeling low. :( I'd encourage you to continue looking, talking to people, and generally spreading the word about your continued search. You've got great skills and I'm sure there's a wonderful match out there somewhere. You just have to keep making yourself available and trying to stay positive.

Sometimes it helps to take your mind off of things by giving back to a different part of your local community... if you have time, try visiting a hospital, volunteer at an animal shelter, etc. I've done this & it certainly puts things in perspective.

And - of course - feel free to reach out to THIS community! You're right - we're all here for each other. Let us know how you're doing & what works for you, ok? Best, Marijoy

I appreciate the input. We are a family on this job board even when I struggle to see that others want to help in this community. My mind has been distorting my thoughts, which is dangerous when it comes to following up with companies in my job search. I do have strengths and I will have a new adventure in the near future. I need to work on continuing instead of holding up the surrender flag. I have been let go before and I was scared about finances which is why my frustration surfaces. I am not trying to live for money, but I want to make a living and show my next employer that they made the right choice.

Tim, it's an absolute struggle and it's highly difficult to stay positive. There's everything facing you to just 'give up', however, think of the alternative of doing so. As all things, time will take its toll and you will land a gig. One thing I learned in the past two months is that I now have to re-invent myself. I've got a great background and have had high level 'C' positions. I am considering taking a job with a 50% paycut, but one must start somewhere. I am passionate enough to know that I will be back to where I was when I got the layoff notice. Just keep in mind, it's NOT your fault and stay streamlined and move forward. It may take some time, but it will come. They say that one has four different industry jobs in their lifetime; may be this is one of your changes?

If there's one thing I've learned about you here on Jobcase, Tim, it's that you're a hard worker and a thoughtful person. I think if you're putting resumes out there that reflect your passion and you're getting calls from different departments, take the time to see if they'll eventually lead to what you want to do. Not everything is a direct line to the career you want - sometimes there's a twisty road. But if you DO see a connection between the job you're being offered and the eventual job you want, take it!