After 4 years with my company, I was laid off on April, 26, 2017. I have been applying to HR positions like a mad woman and I'm either too "junior” or my salary is too high. These past couple of weeks have been torture because I’m fixated on the potential financial issue due to lack of income. Such stress, has caused me to lose sleep and the overwhelming since of fear is undeniable. I’ve been blessed to have the opportunity to interview with various companies, however, I still haven't received those lovely words - “you’ve got the job”. Knowing your qualified but not giving the chance is extremely discouraging. This is the first time since I was 15 that I’ve been without a job. I'd hate to move away from such a great city like Chicago, but my efforts and experience are falling on death ears. I have 4 years of experience in HR, a MS degree in Human Resource Management, taking my PHR Certification exam in August, and that still doesn’t seem good enough. It’s funny how reports state, thousands of jobs are being created each month, but I find myself struggling to find work. I’m not sure how this forum works, but if you or anyone else is looking to hire an HR professional, in the Chicagoland area, please keep me in mind. Even if you don’t, just please keep me in your thoughts and send positive vibes my way.