Job Seeker Support

Is it rude to cut a job interview short if you decide in the middle of it that you wouldn't take the offer? I want to respect the hiring manager's time, but going through the motions feels so … more

I recently earned my PMP and PMI-ACP. I have experience working with external web development agencies and executing multiple projects through mainly agile methodologies but don't have a lot of PM governance … more

I need a reality check from folks with job change experience. I currently work in retail and data annotation, I am applying for school to get a certification to become a sterile processor in the medical field. I … more

I’ve been looking for a new role in tech sales since February, and this is the toughest job market I’ve experienced in my career.
Recruiters disappear without any follow-up. Or after days or even weeks of silence,… more

Not to play the age card, im 63, ive a wealth of experience over 40 years, however todays employers totally ignore it.
Applying for job now is a lottery

I’ve been actively applying to roles for about 6 months with nothing but rejections as updates or complete silence—it’s concerning me that I am quite unsure what recruiters or companies are wanting fr… more

After 15 months of unemployment and actively job hunting, I'm down to about two months of savings. My dad is replacing my mom's caregiver with me so I can care for my mom. I'm grateful to … more

I recently relocated to Long Island, New York from the Philippines after completing my MBA. I have nearly five years of experience as an ESL Instructor, along with a 400-hour Finance and Audit interns… more

I’m starting to look for a new job in hopes of getting one during the summer as I only earn when I work during term time.
I’m wanting to try something different but why are all the jobs I’m being sugge… more

How many people fear being replaced by AI but haven't tried using it?

One of the jobs I interviewed for is still posted on here. I just want to tell them to take it down!

If you’re not working now, what do you miss most (besides the money)? I realized yesterday that I miss having work friends. I’m really lonely.

I had an interview recently for a position I was overqualified for.

Towards the end, the recruiter said they had actually changed the role and it was more senior now. That made me a better fit but I had already s… more

I had a job interview today that seemed to go well. I think the job would be ok, but they said there’s no benefits and no PTO. That just sends so weird to me. It’s a small family owned company, so i g… more

Had a good week— 2 interviews and 2 calls to schedule future interviews. One of the interviews was for a job I think I would really like. But I can’t make myself feel optimistic. After all this time, … more

My wife accepted an opportunity we couldn’t pass up, so after 12 years in Government IT, I’m back on the job market.

The hardest part isn’t moving. It’s wondering whether I still have what employers are looking fo… more

Which job boards have people been getting any traction from when submitting their resumes? I must be really doing something wrong, with over 100 resumes and cover letters tailored to each role, not a … more

Technology isn't replacing human creativity.
It's changing where creativity creates value.

I graduated a couple of years ago, and I’m trying to find a new job. So far, I've sent out about 200 applications and have gotten exactly three generic rejection emails and zero interview requests… more

I am trying to get a new job that I can work while in school for a career change. Currently applying for warehouse and shipping positions as I need something without customers that won’t be so drainin… more

I had a real life in person interview today. It seemed to go well but unfortunately it’s for a part time job that won’t even be enough to replace my unemployment when it runs out next month. But, it’s… more

How do you earn an interview after several applications. What's the new trend?

Hi I am new to this community

I keep having interviews where the HM mentions they're looking for a resilient candidate multiple times. In my experience, employers only say this when the workload is unmanageable or management i… more

I think in-person job applications is better than online applying because of A.I, Mostly everyone is getting shut down for applying online even if they're experienced or overqualified. What do you… more

A recently released Stanford Study followed “3.4 million people who submit 4 million job applications to 1,700 job postings across 150 employers and 11 industry sectors. Each job application was assessed … more

Has anyone seen the same jobs being posted again and again.... for many months... I would say even a full year? Are these posts FAKE jobs? I have applied to some of these, but never heard from anyon… more

I have worked for a company for over 1 year and I am not happy, but it is a full time position. I was just offered a contract with a big 4 company with a huge pay increase, but it's guaranteed temporary only. When the co… more

The best mentors don't provide answers.
They help you ask better questions.

First‑time poster and glad to join the community. Job hunting has become rough. You can put hours into applications only to be turned down instantly by an algorithm. Many roles aren’t truly active, an… more

I’m approaching a year on the job market, and LinkedIn is driving me crazy. It’s just so hit or miss. One minute a lead looks great, and the next it’s a total dead end. Does anyone ever get hired from… more

Hello everyone,

I’m new to Fishbowl and excited to be part of this community. I work as a grant writer and enjoy helping businesses, entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and investors identify funding opportunities and navi… more

I am attempting to find an office desk job due to physical limitations precluding me from doing manual labor, etc.
I have computer skills but I'm not advanced level.
I travel to and from by bus or Lyft (when I … more

Apply....reject.....apply.....reject......story of my life for the last few jobs I've applied to. I've been trying to get out of where I'm at do to several factors that aren't so goo… more

The strongest professionals I know are comfortable saying. I don't know.

Career change
I am trying to get out of my current field and into a field that fits my training and interest. When I search for new positions using job boards that take into account my resume and work … more

Can a former employer confirm that I was terminated due to reason of "poor performance" ? Should I come clean about this in the interview process if they ask why I left the position? There… more

Would you hire a customer success manger from marketing background?

I’m trying to make that transition myself. I feel like a lot of the relationship-building, communication, and customer-facing skills carry over … more