I have severe ADHD. I have it under control, but I cannot find a freaking job! Not even at Target! I DoorDash sometimes. I hope I am at rock bottom today. I put flyers around advertising for house cleaning. I know it could be worse, but I am tired. I just want a job. I have looked everywhere. I have had great interviews. My husband makes $1,600/month & does not see the financial crisis we are in. I’m at the bottom. Never in my life did I think I would be a maid with a law degree.

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I’m so sorry you’re having such a tough experience. Have you reached out to your network and former coworkers or school staff/admin? Also, think about all the other things you’re good at! Could you start a side business doing something you enjoy that you’re good at, even if temporarily? I have a job but I’ve been looking for over a year now and haven’t found anything. I think the market is currently tough so you are not the problem. Also, what about working with a recruiter? And/or applying to small and mid sized firms?

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Hey, so sorry you’re going through this. Have you thought of doc review?

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Job market is without a doubt tough right now. I’ve been struggling to find a job too and this is the first year in a long time where I am stressed about money for the holidays. After all this work and it is harder now. I’m trying to focus on the positives, still extremely hard though.

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What jobs are you applying for? Employers will think you are overqualified if you are applying for a cashier position at target when you are licensed to practice law

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