It’s because of the picture that schools paint for you which really are in line with reality. Keep your head up and stay positive…something has to turn up.
Also, just know the market is affecting things, you also need to consider your field. Don’t quit on yourself…many of the “ successful “ have taken many”NO”s in life.
Hey - I’m a relatively new subscriber. Your career related videos have really resonated with me. I work as an accountant - lol. I am here for all the accountant shade love the dry sarcastic humour as my humour is very similar. And often times people like to tell me to be more optimistic or call it negative. But one thing I try to do is allow people to feel what they feel. In todays society everyone wants to act or portray everything like it’s a bed of roses even when it’s not. I’ve worked for four different companies in the last 3 years -most of them because of layoffs. I lost my job right before the pandemic and everything career wise has been spiralling since. Post uni I’ve taken contract roles, settled for junior roles I’m over qualified for and been used to complete the tasks of those that make way more than I do. I have never felt settled, never been apart of a team I felt connected with, never had a manger who showed interest in my career. I now have a job now but no real job security the economy and job market is weird and I know I can be let go at any given moment. I think regardless of your path traditional or not these are the woes of life it’s just hard all around. And realistically most people got to where they are based on who they knew or right place right time it isn’t because they are more deserving or amazing. Their degree isn’t anymore special than yours and they probably didn’t apply traditionally. They will never admit that though. No one talks about their journey they just show the end product -job titles, houses, cars. You are doing what a lot of people could never do - being transparent, honest and not trying to make something look like something it’s not. I think the main difference I see in comparison to myself is you’re looking for fulfillment/ passion from your work and unfortunately you may not get that. You might have to separate the two. I mainly see self employed people acquire this and that path has its own set of issues. I’m extremely frustrated with life doing all the right things - so they tell you get a good job. And still not being where I want to be. I want my own place so bad and I can’t afford it because of the cost of living. I don’t want roommates, I don’t want to rent a room or have to live pay cheque to pay cheque. I want my very own space this is a basic want in life. I ask my parents all the time why did you bring me here to suffer I don’t want to hustle, wake up at 5am, run several businesses , work a 9-5 so I can beat capitalism and have basic things in life. The world really is an awful place. I hear you girl and I truly wish you well! ✨
Thanks for commenting! I'm sorry to hear that 😔 honestly with the pandemic, it's blow back, and now bank closings I guess even accountants have it rough! The cost of living is definitely way too high for the salaries they offer the majority of young people and if it was for my four (4!) Roommates I would definitely still be living at home. Just know you're not alone in this and I wish you the best in your journey!
I can hear your frustration and I want to give you a hug through the screen. As someone who doesn't come from money, myself either, your going have to do some things you don't want to do professionally. For years probably. I personally have never used my Bachelors degree eventhough I applied to so many positions but nothing. So I pivoted to whatever and whoever would hire me because I had bills. I worked for a temp agency that thankfully kept me employed. And then after awhile I realized that I wanted to see the world as well so I went overseas to teach which took my life on a whole nother journey. But my point is, keep applying perhaps to 1,000 jobs you have to keep putting resumes out there. Try FIVER for freelance work. Also the negative self talk is kind of like a self fulfilling prophecy. If you don't think it will happen, it won't! Try meditating to clear your mind and focus. And also therapy can help but I do know therapy is a privilege, so whenever you get benefits look into talking to a professional who has more tools to help... oh and also, I'm a bit older than you and realized that my job is not supposed to fulfill all of my happiness. Its supposed to pay my bills and I find 1 or 2 things I enjoy about it during the day but I pursue my passions outside of work. And it has been pleasantly surprising to stop trying to find fulfillment in a job and see it as what it is. A means to an end.
Thanks for the words of wisdom Chrystle 😊. I'm sure things will work out for me in the end, just the middle is a bit confusing as I go 😅. But I'll certainly keep your words in mind
It’s because of the picture that schools paint for you which really are in line with reality. Keep your head up and stay positive…something has to turn up.
Also, just know the market is affecting things, you also need to consider your field. Don’t quit on yourself…many of the “ successful “ have taken many”NO”s in life.
Hey - I’m a relatively new subscriber. Your career related videos have really resonated with me. I work as an accountant - lol. I am here for all the accountant shade love the dry sarcastic humour as my humour is very similar. And often times people like to tell me to be more optimistic or call it negative. But one thing I try to do is allow people to feel what they feel. In todays society everyone wants to act or portray everything like it’s a bed of roses even when it’s not. I’ve worked for four different companies in the last 3 years -most of them because of layoffs. I lost my job right before the pandemic and everything career wise has been spiralling since. Post uni I’ve taken contract roles, settled for junior roles I’m over qualified for and been used to complete the tasks of those that make way more than I do. I have never felt settled, never been apart of a team I felt connected with, never had a manger who showed interest in my career. I now have a job now but no real job security the economy and job market is weird and I know I can be let go at any given moment. I think regardless of your path traditional or not these are the woes of life it’s just hard all around. And realistically most people got to where they are based on who they knew or right place right time it isn’t because they are more deserving or amazing. Their degree isn’t anymore special than yours and they probably didn’t apply traditionally. They will never admit that though. No one talks about their journey they just show the end product -job titles, houses, cars. You are doing what a lot of people could never do - being transparent, honest and not trying to make something look like something it’s not. I think the main difference I see in comparison to myself is you’re looking for fulfillment/ passion from your work and unfortunately you may not get that. You might have to separate the two. I mainly see self employed people acquire this and that path has its own set of issues. I’m extremely frustrated with life doing all the right things - so they tell you get a good job. And still not being where I want to be. I want my own place so bad and I can’t afford it because of the cost of living. I don’t want roommates, I don’t want to rent a room or have to live pay cheque to pay cheque. I want my very own space this is a basic want in life. I ask my parents all the time why did you bring me here to suffer I don’t want to hustle, wake up at 5am, run several businesses , work a 9-5 so I can beat capitalism and have basic things in life. The world really is an awful place. I hear you girl and I truly wish you well! ✨
Thanks for commenting! I'm sorry to hear that 😔 honestly with the pandemic, it's blow back, and now bank closings I guess even accountants have it rough! The cost of living is definitely way too high for the salaries they offer the majority of young people and if it was for my four (4!) Roommates I would definitely still be living at home. Just know you're not alone in this and I wish you the best in your journey!
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I can hear your frustration and I want to give you a hug through the screen. As someone who doesn't come from money, myself either, your going have to do some things you don't want to do professionally. For years probably. I personally have never used my Bachelors degree eventhough I applied to so many positions but nothing. So I pivoted to whatever and whoever would hire me because I had bills. I worked for a temp agency that thankfully kept me employed. And then after awhile I realized that I wanted to see the world as well so I went overseas to teach which took my life on a whole nother journey. But my point is, keep applying perhaps to 1,000 jobs you have to keep putting resumes out there. Try FIVER for freelance work. Also the negative self talk is kind of like a self fulfilling prophecy. If you don't think it will happen, it won't! Try meditating to clear your mind and focus. And also therapy can help but I do know therapy is a privilege, so whenever you get benefits look into talking to a professional who has more tools to help... oh and also, I'm a bit older than you and realized that my job is not supposed to fulfill all of my happiness. Its supposed to pay my bills and I find 1 or 2 things I enjoy about it during the day but I pursue my passions outside of work. And it has been pleasantly surprising to stop trying to find fulfillment in a job and see it as what it is. A means to an end.
Thanks for the words of wisdom Chrystle 😊. I'm sure things will work out for me in the end, just the middle is a bit confusing as I go 😅. But I'll certainly keep your words in mind