I've been self-learning UX/UI for 2 years and working on my portfolio, but I'm getting pretty down about it. I can't find any entry-level jobs - they all want experience. Freelancing doesn't feel right for me either. Now I'm starting to worry I won't be able to get hired at all. Is it really this tough right now, or what am I doing wrong?

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The "entry level but needs 3 years experience" thing is especially bad in design right now. You're probably not doing anything wrong, it really is just that tough. Might be worth looking for roles where UX is part of a more general design role, like at smaller companies that need someone to wear multiple hats.

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The simple answer is yes, it's really a very bad time to be looking for work. All the unpredictability in the economy means a lot of organizations just aren't concerned with hiring anyone now. And with all the layoffs in the past year, there are a lot of experienced people looking for work, and they crowd out those who are less experienced. Just persist and hang in, things will turn around eventually.

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