I lost my last job a few weeks before Christmas last year and it took me a long while to find a new one. Ultimately I ended up moving to a new city for a job I was really excited about. However, within the first few weeks I suffered a major medical setback which led to a crippling bout of depression. I am finally starting to feel like a person again but I'm afraid the ship has sailed on my having success in my new role.

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

Similar situation here. I’m also worried about my ability to be successful in my current role due to a major panic attack that prevented me from completing some key tasks. I feel like I’m having to find new opportunities. I’m taking some time to take care of myself physically and mentally.

like

Please take comfort in knowing that most people have very short memories. If you go back in with the same zeal you had in the beginning, I’m certain your work will show it, and it will be a blip in the past. See also the “recency effect” 😉

like

Advice, anyone? I feel like I'm paralyzed.

Agreed - you can definitely bounce back. You will always have time. Most people who are reasonable also understand how it works, we are all human 😊

Related Posts

What's a reasonable salary in PA for a Operations Supervisor in his 3rd year as a supervisor, and 13 years warehouse experience overall? When would be the right time to start seeking an Operations Manager position?

like

As a junior strategy consultant who’s keen to work in PE, would a CFA or CAIA be an advantage when applying for an investment role in the future?

like

Anyone from AstraZeneca willing to chat about a potential referral? Interested in an AD role posted.

like

Hello fishes,

Tech Mahindra is hiring SQL expert with 0-3 years of experience with strong communication skill.

Location Pune, NCR

Skill: SQL, ETL or Both

Notice period <45 Days

Academics > 60% throughout

DM me for a referral.

like

Can someonoe explain to me how an oil pipeline got hacked? Pls be kind, I'm not a tech role :P

like

Hello!

Would anyone be willing to write a referral for me at Lockheed Martin for a Logistics Management Analyst role?

like

AMERICAN EXPRESS India is hiring for below role:
1. Business Analyst/ Assistant Manager – Enterprise Data Strategy, Credit & Fraud Risk (Req ID -21030910)
2. Manager / Senior Manager : Product Development, Risk Products & Data Strategy (CFR) (Req ID -21030284 / 21030287)
3. Business Analyst / Assistant Manager – Digital Analytics
(Req ID - 21029077)

JD screenshot is attached.
Kindly DM me job title, req id and your email id for referral

Post Photo
like

Got an email from the California Bar today about withdrawing due to COVID. I got sick for a week with the non-COVID flu and have been considering withdrawing and taking the July exam instead, so I guess I’m not alone. Is anybody on here who either withdrew or is considering withdrawing from the Feb bar because of illness?

like

Doing sport strategy work that’s very interesting with good wlb. Downside pay isn’t great relative to peers at other firms or exit opps that people are leaving for. Is it worth staying to finish project and in process receive a promo to consultant? Or should I start chasing the $?

like

Fish that have given 2 weeks notice in a sales role: when you gave your notice did you stay on for the full time, did you get walked with pay or walked without pay?

like

Has anyone made the switch from firm life (specifically, ID) to a government role and regretted it? It’ll be less pay, but better benefits, more fulfillment, and obviously no billable hours which sounds amazing right now.. I’m just really nervous that I’ll miss the paychecks!

like

Dear people, please refer me for a business analyst role if there are any opportunities in your company. BA EXP- 1 year // Total EXP 3.5 yrs.

like

Has anyone interviewed at Playstation for a data engineer role? Any tips or things I should know in advance?

like

Anyone else getting sick of this ayn rand dystopian hell we’re living in?

like

Is it common for an entry level art direction role to also require I have experience in Video Editing/Production and Animation?

like

Job base salary presented by HR during screening interview was $130-$145k. I have 3-5 years more experience and more education compared to the posting requirements (BA required, I have a MS). I love the position and what it entails, but was hoping to reach $150-$160 base salary. If offered the position, is this a reasonable ask? This is for big pharma, data analytics in New England.

like

Hi all! Looking for a referral for a program management/ FP & A/ S&O role, but definitely open to others. I’m 1 yr out of college working as a sales/styling associate, but have been struggling with finding a job aligning with my career goals. I majored in econ & minored in cs. I also have internship experience in sales, HR, marketing, and styling which makes me a bit of a professional blender, but I’ve picked up many transferable skills along the way. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

like

Hey everyone, Looking for a Sr Software developement positions? Amazon (Chennai & Bangalore) is on a hiring spree.

Want an Amazon referral? DM me the job ID, your current location, and years of experience. Only jobs you haven't applied for yet. If you got a referral in the last 6months, that referral is still active, so do not DM.

like

Any non-Omnicom agencies looking to hire for an ACD-Copy position that is remote or hybrid (non-pharma)?

likefunny

Hi Fishes 🐟,

Could you please tell what would be my in-hand?

Yoe: ~2 yrs
Role: SDE
Company: Startup
Techstack: Spring & React

Post Photo
like

More Posts

👋 hi! I’m hoping for advise re informational interviews or informal virtual meetings with industry peers. What’s the etiquette/ expectation? As context, I’m not job searching, just starting to think about where I’d like to be next (after about another year). Thanks in advance 🙏

How would one go about entering the FinTech realm?

like

Redoing selections <<<<

like

Does anyone work a compressed/ 4 day schedule? Any tips on making it work? Are there things you didn’t expect that you wish you had known about? How did you set boundaries?

like

PSA - For those on the apps, please take a couple of days off to preserve your mental health, especially if it’s your first rodeo!

likeuplifting

Honestly, I am sitting over here in Europe and despite I work in M&A Tax (yes, I know not a real finance thing), I have no idea how to find these awesome SPACs. TELL ME please.

like

What does Chicago Tax Comp look like now days?

like

Job Opening

Job Title - Project Coordinator

Only W2 Candidates (No C2C)
Locations - Charlotte, NC; Minneapolis, MN; Des Moines, IA; Chandler, AZ; & Antonio, TX
Hybrid Model ( 3 days onsite & 2 days remote)

Industry - Banking / Finance ( Wells Fargo )

like

Require referral in Barclays, Pune.

Roles - Data Analyst, SQL Developer, Data Engineer, ETL Developer, BI Developer.

Thank you.

like

Model y ?

like

I work in a public school setting and am allergic to citrus. My district has stated that it is too much trouble to accommodate me. I carry an Epipen and have an anaphylaxis reaction to being exposed to citrus. My district is not accepting my doctor note. They think I am exaggerating and refuse to limit citrus fruits on my campus. An HR meeting concluded that I was required to work through it/use the emergency response team if I have “an issue”. Pls share if you have had a different experience

like

What is your favorite Netflix or Hulu recommendation?

like

Folks in Bay Area... do you own a home here and if so what neighborhood is the best in terms of school district? I live in mtv and the home prices are scary to say the least. (2bed min)

BPO T&S Operations Associate - Can someone tell me what does T&S stands for?

like

FYI for anyone looking to build a home gym (link in comments)

like

Can someone explain why I see these notices go up every now and then?

No one ever calls any attention to them; they just get quietly posted in the printer room on a bulletin board no one checks.

Post Photo
like
like

Does McKinsey do a celebration weekend for offerees?

like

Salary range for a very junior recruiting coordinator in SF?

Moving from cpg marketing into tech product marketing. Looking for news outlets or channels to follow for trends and developments in the industry- thanks!

like

Additional Posts in Depression/Anxiety Talk

What’s your getting help/medication story? How did your life begin to change during the journey and afterwards? What impact did it have on your quality of life?

like

Has anyone came off Zoloft successfully? I have been reading about the withdrawals and it sounds terrible.

like

Diagnosed depression, anxiety & PTSD. Some days are better than others but lately it’s been more bad days than good days. I’m trying my hardest to stay in the fight. How do you all hold on? It doesn’t help that I live alone and 8 hours away from my immediate family.

like

Who else is staying off LinkedIn after the insane amount of layoff posts from people. It’s enough to make me depressed and worried. How is everyone doing today. Any advice on trying to stay positive?

like

Any tips for not getting overwhelmed with the sheer amount of work on multiple engagements and dealing with multiple people (specialists, staff, execs, mgmt)? I feel so overwhelmed currently. I don’t know how to do all of this, and I’m really close to a breakdown. I don’t remember being this stressed out BEFORE busy season.

likehelpful

Did being on antidepressants affect your sex life?

like

Where do I start if I want to take therapy?

Is it normal for my psychiatrist to ask to schedule an appointment to lower the dose of my Ritalin XR prescription?

I’ve been on the same dose the past few months but recently it’s been causing a pretty bad crash for me so I wanted to lower it. Why the hell do I need to pay $60 for 10m of her time to prescribe me a lower dose of the same meds?

I’m wondering if I’m overreacting, or she’s purposefully trying to just get paid more

like

Just can’t stop crying and shaking. I don’t even know why anymore. Any tips?

like

Does anyone here struggle with basic things at work? For example, being on time. I know it sounds basic, It’s not about waking up in time, my morning gets filled with something else, I misjudge time, I find something else to procrastinate. Second, filling out admin forms, I miss things, misunderstand. I am feeling really down on myself. I am I high performer and always deliver on complex projects, but these things, it’s like I’m totally out of it. Could it be ADHD? Depression (I’m medicated)?

like

How has anyone handles short term disability leave? I’m out due to illness and client and company understand but do not know anything past that. I will not disclose my illness or details

Any book recommendations that have helped you control your anxiety or panic attacks? Surfing the web and can’t find a consistent one that’s “the best”

like

Have you ever compare yourself to another peer on a team and also feel you are being compared to by the project boss? How to feel confident?

like

Sometimes after being repeatedly told “you deserve being in <insert situation>” you kinda believe in what they tell you

like

What are some changes you’ve made in your life that helped you better your mental health?

like

A reminder to those who are stressed about your billable hours that your value is more than your pure productivity. To those stressed about relationships, relationships are hard even for non-lawyers, but you are absolutely worthy of love. It is an important reminder for all of us that you are worthy and you are valuable. Keep fighting!

like

Is there anyone who battles with depression and anxiety and is able to rise up the ranks to director/partner? It appears depression/anxiety weeds consultants out of the business at more junior levels

like

Having super anxiety right now. Really want to leave consulting but afraid I won’t be able to find anything with a comparable salary and better work/life — my clients seem to be running just as fast hard. I do like parts of my job, particularly my colleagues. But we are so understaffed it’s insane.

like

I'm doing everything in my power to not quit without another job lined up, and every interview falls through. I'm overwhelmed by my clients, I've had enough corporate koolaid for a lifetime, I could not care less about what I do, and I've started exhibiting destructive behaviors at work but keep getting told I'm doing great.

If I'm going to be stuck here, clearly my attitude is the main problem. How have you learned to find joy in your job? What makes you feel like you matter here? Why stay?

like

I just have to say that signing up for therapy (and finding my current therapist) was one of the best decisions I made in my life. I’m learning a lot about myself and how to live a happier life. I wish people could learn about these things without therapy. And I wish more people would be able to take advantage of counseling.

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

Send download link to your phone

OR

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Messaging rates may apply

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