I lost my consultancy gig last week, which had sustained me since I lost my job last year. Now I'm back in the worst job market I've ever seen for journalists - I've only had one interview this last year - I have no idea what to do next and I can't afford to write my own content without monetary compensation. Is it worth it to keep going in journalism or should I just forget it?

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Oof, that's rough. Honestly, the industry feels broken right now. But your voice matters. Maybe pivot to brand content or comms while keeping one toe in journalism? Survival first, passion second. You got this.

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