I haven't been able to find a firm that aligns or is willing to take me on due to needing TN status. I got laid off after my last engagement ended with Protiviti. I am ex big 4 but can't seem to catch a break after a few interviews over the past 4 months. I've been based in Houston for the past 3 years on TN status. Been trying my best to find a new gig but nothing has come through. I'm being forced to move back to Canada completely next month. My wife and kids loved it in Houston...

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Thanks. It has been to say the least. Been taking a break from hunting to protect my mental health now. I'm struggling with depression I think. Odd stage of life. I'm not a gambling man but I went all in on sticking it around a bit longer and now I'm overextended because a role didn't come through. Got kids and wife to support so I don't know what the future holds.... The Toronto job market is the reason I came down South... So going back feels like a significant step back after all these years. Thanks for listening.

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Wish I could help. Try to stay positive. You only need one job. Something will break for you. Can you move back and work while your kids finish the school year here, or is that not an option?

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