Why you can’t get a job right now (it’s not just you)

Getting a job right now is pretty difficult despite what's shown by the market. Between needing 5+ years of experience for an entry level role, the perfect corporate social media profile on LinkedIn, and applicant tracking systems, it's important to remember that you aren't alone in the chaos. Would love to hear your thoughts on this!

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Hi! My name is Kate and I'm an artist and musician. I like to share my creations, and I also have a series called Kattle Considerations where I dive into all things arts, culture, and the internet. Happy you're here!

[magentahoward]

For the past couple of weeks I've been getting responses saying "We're going in another direction" from jobs I applied to SIX MONTHS AGO.

[Brandon-csgw]

i quit the crappy job i had with my dad, & he still complains about it. i sat down & did the grind. 1500 applictions later i had 3 interview requests that landed me nowhere. welcome to the new world

[olipra]

It’s all about your circle now, and when you know no one, well you’re fucked 🙃

[Yoonah_Yoonie]

My office closed down in January and since then I’ve applied to well over 200 jobs. It’s physically and mentally exhausting getting up every single day and sitting in front of my laptop from sun up to sun down. No wonder depression is an all time high.

[olipra]

Also about fake job offers: they’re also a good way for companies to collect huge amounts of data for their own benefit

[CC-brqg]

24 years old and can't find a job it's ruined my self esteem. I have a degree in business and I had a 3.95 GPA

[HanaMarshmallows]

I've been rejcted by target, starbucks, chick fi a, and a plethora of other jobs that are suppose to be "easy to get" that "anyone can do." If I do get an interview i usually get rejected a few weeks later. I don't get it, its not like I'm applying to be a brain surgeon.

[davidjofficial]

I literally just automate job applications. Hit apply for 50 go to gym and come back and work on side business. If they won't give me time to see my skills and experience why should I put effort into a lengthy application.

UPDATE: I actually got a job through this process.

[BenBring]

I’ve applied to HUNDREDS, most don’t even require a degree of any kind. I have a Bachelor’s degree in finance. I cannot get anything. It is sad

[austingray]

I’ve pretty much given up on finding a job so I’m gig working full time and looking to sleep in my car until I can scrounge up money to pay off my court ticket so I can join the military. This is coming from someone with almost of decade of retail experience and no criminal record

[okokok]

Thanks for making this video, its really been affecting my mental health

[blueberrypoptart]

Ridiculous how I have a bachelor's yet I've gotten 0 interviews after months of applying for entry-level desk jobs

[magentahoward]

Also when jobs ask applicants to make sample work specifically tailored for them they should pay for your time during that process.

[Theblitchwitch]

Thank you for this video-- it's very validating. I've been unemployed for 7 months after I was forced to resign my previous job due to disability discrimination. I don't even want to admit how many applications I've submitted. I've redone my resume format, tailored my resume, applied in my field, outside of my field, contacted recruiters, contacted staffing agencies.. and nothing has worked. I've worked in my field for nearly a decade and now not even retail jobs want to interview me. It's putting so much strain on my relationship since my partner is supporting us on his income that doesn't actually support for two. It's so scary out here. I wish the best for everyone going through it.

[GirtonOramsay]

I did an application where they wanted a 5 min video response to why do you want to work for us. I saw it half way into the application, so I left some snarky responses. Sure enough, I got a response to my application in a few days saying I wasn't a good fit for their company lmao

[macyryan]

I got fired from my teaching job 6 months ago due to needing medical leave (lol) and I’ve been unemployed ever since. I’ve applied to over 100 jobs and I’ve only heard back from ONE job that ended up being a scam.

I used to work at Starbucks for 2 years prior to being a teacher, so I applied to many locations as a backup plan. I got denied from ALL of them. This seriously fucked me up so bad mentally. I can’t even get a job at a place I used to work at?? Especially a job that doesn’t require a degree??

I’m seriously at such a loss. I have no connections since I finished my undergrad online due to the pandemic. I’m so lucky to be able to live with my parents during this time but I’m 25, engaged, and feeling the most un-adult I’ve ever felt in my life :(

[kantaria]

The company: You need to get more experience. Us: But how can I get more experience if I don’t have a job?! The company: SHUT UP, GET OUT. During Covid the power shifted to the employees but it’s shifted back to the employers with a vengeance

[DivineAngelsSoul]

I wish you the very best. I am too embarrassed to say how long I have been searching fro a suitable job. I am almost giving up but your video inspired me. We are all struggling. Keep going guys. Truly a weird time...

[dramir]

Since December 2022 and to this day, i have applied to a total of 17, 823 jobs, all of which got rejected.


Mind you i have a Medical Degree and a Masters

Upper jobs reject me for no reason, while the below jobs reject me because i am over qualified. 🙂

[QueenCoco]

Dear gawd, thank you for making this video because it is BRUTAL out there. It feel so scary