Weekly reminder that I hate my job and I’m only still here for a green card

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I was in that position last year and it was really tough, but now I have my green card and a new job. Hang in there, your time will come!

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tell me more . indian born

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We are in same boat

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Apna number aayega!

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I’m gonna see if can I transfer to another group in the same firm after I file my AOS because I’m reaching breaking point

Come to Latin America. It’s great down here

I wish but my priority is getting my green card and taking sabbatical to move back home for a few months

I feel ya

I am in same boat, unfortunately I am an indian born, so no chance of getting GC, but waiting for 140 for more than 2+ years is insane. EY started my process in 2019. Still in perm step.

Omg why is there such a delay ??

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