I recently left my job because of a toxic environment but now I'm having trouble finding another and I'm running out of money.
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Hello. Thanks for helping me today.
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No problem! How can I help you?
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Question
I'm feeling anxious about finding work and and impatient with the application process at many places I"ve applied.
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So from what I am understanding, you have been applying for jobs and you are having anxiety about finding one and waiting through the application process.
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Restatement or Paraphrasing
Yes thats right. I keep trying and feel like I"m not getting anywhere.
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Just from the few messages we have shared I can tell how anxious this is making you.
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Reflection of feelings
Yes. I think that I might have to try to find a different type of work than I"m used to and I'm not sure I'll be good at trying something new.
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I just recently went through a layoff at my company, and I had the same situation trying to find another job. It is very stressful.
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Self-disclosure
I wish that I could get more of a reason than just a denial of my application. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong and most companies won't give any feedback.
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What have you done to reach out for feedback from the companies? Often it helps to send e-mails or make phone calls to have them give you some feedback.
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Providing Suggestions
I haven't tried reaching out. Most of the places I"ve been applying are huge corporations with no one to call at HR. Maybe I should try to apply somewhere locally and see if I have better luck. At least then I could talk to a person.
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I think that would be a great start! It also might help to get business cards from the people you interview with in order to be able to reach out to them in the future.
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Others,Providing Suggestions
Thats a great idea. I've been considering going back to school to see if I can maybe get a higher degree. Ive got a Bachelors degree now and it seems like everything takes a Masters degree these days.
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What type of work are you interested in?
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Question
What I'm most interested in is importing and exporting of exotic fruit but the recent restrictions on travel have really hurt the business. I've been thinking maybe I'll go back to school for something more practical like plumbing
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I think that would be a great idea! It has been shown that people with higher level degrees make more money and have more opportunity than those without,
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Ugh getting accepted for a masters program sounds stressful. I'm thinking I can't go wrong by becoming a plumber or an electrician. Everyone always needs that, even with the pandemic.
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I think learning a trade would also be a great idea! I would definitely reach out to see where you can start that process.
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Providing Suggestions
I wish there was a way you could try different jobs for a few days to see if you like it before starting the process of going to school
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