I worked super hard at goldman, never thought would get less bonus, let alone getting laid off. I’m very dreaded by the thought of finding job in this market. Moreover, even when so many people are getting laid off, I don’t think I have anyone else in my circle in the same state to get the feeling of any common-ness. I have been continuously doing bad at the rare interviews I have been getting. I have sent so many cold emails that I can’t even think of. taken referrals from everyone I know. I have been getting rejections after rejections. I feel so unemployable even when I did everything I could do. I read technical books and blogs, I did leetcode, studied system designs, practiced concurrency and multithreading questions. Have family to take care of, personal goals to achieve. I don’t see myself achieving goals in any near future. Truly feels like I’m a disgrace and unemployable. last TC: 215k$ location: NYC YOE: 4.5
You are what you let yourself believe.. as someone has said “what you think, you become. What you feel, you attract. What you imagine, you create” If anything, be kind to yourself.. this is just a phase, this too shall pass
This
Thanks for your kind words. made me cry a little but gave a little courage too
Give it a few months. The economy will improve. And there will be a lot of jobs again. Till then, it may do you good to get some distraction from this stressful life. Depending on your savings, financial situation and visa status, take some time off, relax, rejuvenate and get healthier.
I am a bit financially constrained.. can run 4-5 months out of savings, but purely feels like why would google give 24week severance if they don’t see economy improving in 50 weeks.
Hang in there brother, keep trying and you will definitely succeed. I think situation will certainly improve in upcoming months considering US elections coming up. They cant keep so many unhappy voters, so jobs will definitely open
Manufacturing or services sector hasn't been affected yet. The sector most impacted are Tech and Fin. Both of these have disproportionately high number of non citizens. Govt won't care if they are happy or not.
It’s not just you OP. The market is ass rn. Keep grinding and take care
I finally found a job with 70% bump (mostly in stocks, with minor bump in cash component) leaving my GS tag from blind now.
Congratulations! Super happy for you.. never ever underestimate your self worth in future
Take care