lost my job, sent 1,050 apps, was ghosted nonstop. finally back in the game

i’ve been unemployed since january and just got hired again.

sent out 1,050 apps. made it to 30 interviews. 8 finals. 7 rejections. lots of ghosting.

final boss HR trauma and cover letter burnout.

what worked?

• keeping a routine

• industry-specific cover letter templates

• yes, applying even when I felt dead inside

• short breaks for mental health + video games

what didn’t work?

• assuming referrals = job

• any trust in Workday

• writing the “perfect” cover letter

still stunned it came through tbh. if you’re in the grind right now, i see you. keep going 🙏