Got laid off a while back and I’ve been freelancing ever since. I really just want full time work and have been applying like crazy with rejection after rejection. The thing is I’m even applying at places I wouldn’t have looked twice at a year ago. Genuine 99.9% of the work they do is clutter. Like I’m not quite sure how they make so much bad work. Of course I’m effusive with my praise for their work and really know I could raise the bar, but I get nothing…

likehelpful
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

In the same boat. I’m honestly at a point where I don’t really care how good the work is so long as it’s stable, people are nice, and it’s not for something super questionable ethically.

For those asking “why not just stay freelance?” It’s because the instability can be really difficult for financial planning. When there’s mortgages and car payments and families to feed, it’s nice to know how much is coming in and when.

In my case (and in many others) my family also counts on me for insurance, as well. Obama care isn’t cheap (or very good).

like

Yeah. I hear ya. Places I normally wouldn’t have even given the time of day to as little as a few years ago. I am now clamoring and climbing over the top of 500 other people and begging for table scraps from. Kinda makes me wonder if it’s just time to throw in the towel and try something completely new whatever that is.

like

If freelancing is paying the bills maybe stick with that for a while. I don’t know what the industry will look like in two years, but do you really want the job and salary that’s available to you in this moment of fear and rudderless change?

like

I’d kill for some freelance work right now. Or fulltime. Just count your blessings you’re making any kind of money

likesmart

Do you not make more freelancing though?

like

It’s too unsteady :( and I really want to make more work.

likesmart

Related Posts

Had my annual review Friday (first year with the company). Boss awarded a 3% raise though she said my review was “90% positive.” Worth adding I got a 3% sign on bonus last year, so I’m basically at 0% raise. Nobody under me has gotten less than a 7% raise in the past year. Considering promotions + counter offers as well, it goes as high as 25%. I don’t feel a 3% raise matches a “90% positive” review and plan to bring up the cognitive dissonance I’m feeling. Any other tips or advice to add?

like

What if Elon Musk replaces Rajesh Gopinathan as the CEO of TCS?
All the useless managers will be fired?

funny

Anyone here in deal analytics at PwC who would be willing to chat about interview prep and about the day to day of deal analytics?

like
likeuplifting

Hi All,
It's been two months I joined in virtusa and got assigned to jp Morgan client project and now after completing the first task manager is saying since they have budget constraints I have to change another project and give interview for that.
Why at the first place they hired for this project?

like

Hey Guys,

I had my Technical interview with SALESFORCE on Dec2 for DevOps engineer - MTS . I haven't heard from them if I am selected or rejected. The career portal is still in " interview" status. HR won't reply. What to Do ? . How long will it take for Salesforce to conduct interviews??
Please help 🥺

like

Anyone here engage with Insight for their DGS onsite team? Interviewed a few weeks back and went through 2-3 rounds and haven’t heard anything back yet so jw

like

Ah so satisfying to back out of an interview process and just tell the recruiter you are withdrawing application with no reason/explanation

like

Hi All,

I submitted my resume in Accenture portal 3 months back and now I got shortlisted for interview.

My yoe is 3.6, but the interview is scheduled role "Application lead project". Is this normal?

Are there any chances they might reject me as the interview is for lead role while my YOE fall in senior analyst / analyst role.

Thanks,

like

I had an initial interview on Wednesday. About an hour later, I got a call from an internal recruiter from the same company wanting to follow up and see how the interview went. I didn’t see the voicemail until the following morning when I was at work and called her back that afternoon when I was out of work. I still haven’t heard from her. Is this normal? Should I not try calling back again? I’ve been at my job for several years, so I am unfamiliar with how I should handle a situation like this.

like

Hi, I’m having a interview for a Compliance and Training Administrator out of Middle River, MD. Was wondering is anyone had any suggestions on negotiating the salary

like

What are everyone's thoughts on resume services/coaching? I am a leader/exec that was laid off (first time) and have spent over 15 years in various roles such SVP Operations, Senior Director Product, VP Solutions, etc. at different companies.

I am struggling with putting my experience/qualifications on paper...

like

Hi Fishes,
I have 2 years experience in similar domain in Amazon Ecommerce.
I had recently interviewed for SAP Ariba for the role of CFE Consultant- Catalog Advisor, while the manager asked for my expected salary i mentioned 8.5 LPA, is it good?

likehelpful

Tommorow i have l1 round of EXL for business analyst profile. Please suggest me what should i prepare the most? How is BA interview in exl

Hi fishes,

I have given an interview with
Infosys on 2nd July and currently in portal it shows the status as 'Review in Progress' .Could any one let me know how many days it usually takes to get an update or does this mean they are interviewing other candidates for the same role .I have mailed the HR but no response from him.

Appreciate your comments/ suggestions on the same.

like

Anyone know if Deloitte’s Omnia AI is hiring? Wrapped up the partner interview (last round) a few weeks ago and still haven’t heard back.

like

Recruiter cancelled phone call with me at the last second yesterday and said she would be in touch to reschedule. Didn't hear back today. Should I write this interview off?

like

What is Techno Managerial round in Mindtree? After the first Technical interview, HR called me and setup meeting for techno managerial round? What this round is all about?

like

One morning after a night out, I woke up in a stupor and believed it to be Saturday when it was actually Friday.. Only later in the weekend did I realize that I had completely missed work Friday, didn’t log in or talk to anybody.

When I came back to work on Monday and began to assess damage, my manager / team acted like nothing had happened and my team lead was OOO so they didn’t notice. No meetings were scheduled but expected to be fired/screwed, will always worship that Manager and team

likefunnyuplifting

Currently interviewing with Apple and anticipating an offer however, I’ve applied for the same role at Meta. I’ve reached out to a few recruiters on LinkedIn but haven’t heard back. Hoping someone here may be able to help? Not sure how the referral process works but I’d assume that I would have to do that before applying?

More Posts

like

I have a newer 4 bd, 2.5 bath home with a swimming pool in NorthEast Austin, about 12 mins from both downtown and the Domain.

I live by myself and am planning on heading out of the country for a while in the next month or two.

Anyone interested in renting a furnished room or possibly the entire house?

like

Downtown Austin nice highrise apts? I hear good things about bowie and northshore. Stick to those two or any other good ones at that similar price pt

like

Nice places to live downtown for under $1600 per person? I’m seeing like 3 apartments that fit that price range

Does EY GDS sends any Welcome Kit for lateral hires? If yes, how many days it take to reach us and what does it include? EY

like

What is your stance on remote work and productivity?

like

Hello all,
Which company between techm cerium systems and synapse design and excelmax technology is good in terms of
1. Good projects
2. Work life balance
3. Onsite opportunities
4. Work from home option

I have recently received an offer from HSBC for Data Engineer profile. The designation offered is Senior Analyst- Information Management. They said that it is a techno functional role. Does anyone have an idea about what techno functional role actually is in HSBC? Is it more like a Business Analyst? My prior experience is completely in Technical side. Will this role be suitable for me?

Any suggestion is highly appreciated. Thank you.

As the new creative team, what’s the most valuable topic to discuss with a media team at a different agency when working together for the first time? Beyond the standard what’s working/running, etc?

Anyone know of any stores in Chicago that buy used furniture? I have a massive and heavy executive desk I want to sell that will require movers to transfer, so I feel like I can’t go the usual routes of Facebook and Craigslist with much success. Any recs would be SO appreciated!

Post Photo
like

How much do you tip the doormen in your building at the end of the year?

like

Hi fishes,
I got 13 LPA offer from IBM.
Will IBM revise my offer if i bring 15 LPA offer in coming days?
Considering the time of recession are they revising the offer these days?

like

My EXP- 7. 5 Years as Datastage developer.
What is the max CTC can I ask to WIPRO.

Looking for salary range for X-ray techs with 15 years experience or more.

like

Can anyone please enlighten on what is the average and maximum annual salary hike in American express?

like

Just found out I got put on an out of town job for 3 weeks when I just adopted a dog. What’s better for the dog, a dog hotel or finding a dog friendly Airbnb? Not fully sold on letting someone stay at my house to dogsit

like

Completed HR round 10 days ago but no offer or updates yet. Still.showing in process. Is the delay due to Easter holidays?

like

Hey guys, I have the first short 15-minutes call with a product guy from Hugging Face today wherein he is likely going to take a guess at what roles I could be suitable for. I had applied for Post-Sale Machine Learning solutions Engineer. Is there anyone who’s gone through the process for a similar role at similar organisations or best case scenario would be if anyone has gone through the process with HF.
I have been working for a year and am doubtful if I’m mature enough for the role. Help lol

like

Hi,

I am about to join Amazon team in del18 -B&M Sites suppose in case if I don't like the work can I request them to change my role to some other department in 1-2 months also any insights about this role?

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal