How do you stay motivated while job hunting? While I’m so lucky to have a job, I’ve been at this for months with no end in sight. I’m getting ready to throw in the towel.

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I mean, sometimes I am not motivated and I simply don't apply for a while. And then my job irritates me and I start up again. We are very fortunate to be looking while still employed.

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We definitely are! But I get that. My job being irritating is what triggered this all in the first place.

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Okay, real talk: being a new grad is rough. It feels like everyone wants someone with 5 years of experience, and it's honestly so unmotivating. The job market is high-key scary. But since bills don't pay themselves, I'm out here crying while applying. However, if talking to higher-ups got you nowhere, try hitting up your friends or going to networking events. Sometimes it's who you know! You might just land an offer from a convo.

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I always tell myself that I already have the answer 'no', I have to go after the 'yes'. It helps me understand that not all the jobs I apply for are the right fit, and I'm just trying to find the one that is.

Sending you all the best wishes!

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Have you taken a break from job hunting at any point? It's mentally exhausting and not exactly great for the self esteem, either. I would suggest taking a couple of weeks off rather than throwing in the towel altogether. You might feel recharged and ready to jump back in after that.

I advocate for this. Some of the job hunting is seasonal, so you may find there aren't many opportunities anyway. And you'll burn out a bit if you just constantly apply.

The job market really is terrible right now. Some of this depends on if you are unemployed or just looking for something different.

I do recommend evaluating your search strategy. Take a break or two. Be proactive and do some meet and greets. Endlessly applying will burn you out in no time.

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