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Finally got a new job

after getting laid off, i spent four months deep in the job hunt. sent out over 400 applications, went through 18 interviews, and in the end, only one offer came through.


started applying to jobs in different cities and states, just trying to stay hopeful. auto-applications honestly saved me—there were days i had zero energy but still needed to keep going.


that one yes ended up moving me from NYC to Austin for a tech role. i burned through my savings and even had to borrow money just to stay afloat. finally getting this offer felt like such a huge weight off my chest.


right now i’m just focused on paying people back, rebuilding, and starting fresh. if you’re still job hunting, i really hope you hang in there. i know how heavy it gets. you’re not alone, and one yes really can change everything.

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