Looking for perspective. My background is in social work, customer service, and HR including payroll onboarding training and employee relations. I moved into HR to support employees the way I wish I had been supported. I have had a tough run with layoffs and leaving roles due to ethical concerns and feel it has been hard to find something after being let go. I have been unemployed 5 months with strong interview feedback. Do I keep pursuing HR or pivot?

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This job market is AWFUL. I have been looking since October and have only had two interviews. It may not be a great time to pivot, but it definitely doesn't hurt to apply to roles outside HR.

Thank you. I am sorry your having bad luck as well. I had six interviews in last 3 weeks plus several second interviews. Response was hiring freeze not moving fwd with any applicants, employee decided to stay, and two that was between me and another candidate.

I respect your honesty. It sounds like you have stayed true to your values, even when it cost you. I think that matters long term, even if it makes the journey harder now.

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