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There’s only so much BS a human being can possibly take. And this level of tolerance decreases as soon as we start talking about job applications. From one hell of a job description to position requirements that make zero sense, these are just the tip of the iceberg of the dangerous and severe diagnosis known as chronic job search exhaustion.

If you have it, you know it—because at this point you are no longer willing to send one more cover letter with dear this and dear that, because enough is enough. But there’s a safe space to talk about hard things and this corner of the internet known as the r/RecruitingHell subreddit is precisely that.

With 154k members no longer buying into broken job offers, the subreddit has quite a hell of a collection to make you feel better about where you’re at, or at least, not worse.

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This Happens All The Time

This Happens All The Time

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Anyone Relate To This?

Anyone Relate To This?

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JennyLaRue
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

YES! The only reason they don't include it is because they want to try and pay you as little as they can get away with.

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Job searching is one heck of a job to have. And while you’re on duty, there are many things that induce the dread of any job seeker—job search fatigue. From never-ending cover letter requests to test tasks, pre-screen interviews, draining face-to-face interviews, trial first day, and you name it, only to find out another candidate has been chosen, it's something that puts a strain on your wellbeing in a way that not many things have.

The worst part of the job search is that until you find one, you are not allowed to quit. The problem is that if you succumb to job search fatigue, you’ll prolong the whole process and the search will become no less easier, but way longer. So you wonder what can be done about it?

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A Little Too Accurate

A Little Too Accurate

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Elio X
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So accurate it hurts. Don't forget the mountain of student loan debt because tuition inflation is so much higher than normal inflation. I started college in 2008 and since then the tuition cost has gone up almost 1.5 times.

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“It produces this feeling of ‘what’s the point’ and ‘I don’t want to put myself out there’ and obviously that’s a problem,” said Dawn Norris, an associate professor of sociology at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. But the bigger problem is that if “you’re not seeking, you’re not going to find anything.”

But according to Norris, job search fatigue is much more complex than simply “an exhaustion of rejection and not hearing back.” It turns out, it has also to do with the loss of identity. “For those of us whose identities were connected to our jobs, those rejections and not hearing back creates a mismatch. We’re constantly getting these feedback mismatches between who we believe ourselves to be and what we’re hearing. When we hear that, it increases our job search fatigue.”

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We Need To Make Discussing Salary Normal

We Need To Make Discussing Salary Normal

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Mihai Mara
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It is normal to discuss salaries. I am an employer, had some interviews as I hired three people (small office). While I liked their enthusiasm and their willingness to work with me, I always told them the net salary at the interview. It isn't fair to find out your salary only after working for a month there.

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Opinion

Opinion

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'd like a gameshow type deal where a bunch of folks from different countries try the job applications from around the world.

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Then, there’s a stigma about job seekers as they tend to self-isolate and put up a smile every time talking to people about how their life is going. But it’s really important to talk to others to get that much-needed social support and reassurance that you’re going to be just fine. Also, people may help you to learn new job search strategies, give a fresh perspective on your skills and experience, provide useful tips, and after all… help you to find a job.

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Rejected From An Internship For Not Having Enough Experience

Rejected From An Internship For Not Having Enough Experience

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Gold

Gold

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James016
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A lot of the content on LinkedIn is so pretentious it feels like a social network for bullshitters

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This Guy Gets It

This Guy Gets It

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James016
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Don't forget that this is an entry level job with the corresponding salary.

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Job Ads Nowadays. Sorry If Repost I Didn’t Find It In Search

Job Ads Nowadays. Sorry If Repost I Didn’t Find It In Search

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Company: My Next Hire Needs To Be Enthusiastic About The Role So This Doesn't Happen Again

Company: My Next Hire Needs To Be Enthusiastic About The Role So This Doesn't Happen Again

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Firings will continue until morale improves", I hung that sign on my door once. Didn't know then but it was a few weeks before I left that employ.

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Nothing They Can Do

Nothing They Can Do

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

But if they fire you, are you entitled for compensation?? O.o

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#20

Saw This On Linkedin And Had A Good Laugh!

Saw This On Linkedin And Had A Good Laugh!

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Unfortunately…

Unfortunately…

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troufaki13
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

According to my annual evaluations, I am the most efficient employee in my team (my manager wants to promote me). I am severely underpaid, not only for the work I provide but also compared to my colleagues. I asked for a raise and they denied, saying that I should be happy I have a job at this day and age, so I decided to underwork so it matches my salary. I'm still and by far the most efficient employee T.T

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Because, Obviously, You Shouldn't Have A Life Outside Work. Thought This Would Fit Here

Because, Obviously, You Shouldn't Have A Life Outside Work. Thought This Would Fit Here

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You Are Not Google. Don't Recruit Like Google. Sincerely, Someone Who Wishes They Worked At Google

You Are Not Google. Don't Recruit Like Google. Sincerely, Someone Who Wishes They Worked At Google

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Idgaf Anymore, Sending Rude Replies To Recruiters Who Ghost

Idgaf Anymore, Sending Rude Replies To Recruiters Who Ghost

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Jane S.
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Speaking as someone who once worked in admin at a recruitment agency, avoid recruiters like they're coming at you wearing a suit of flaming bees. They give ZERO f***s about you, and keep people holding out hope they'll get jobs that don't even exist. I have so many horror stories.

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I Cracked This Morning And Submitted This Application - I Am Sick Of These Ridiculous Questions

I Cracked This Morning And Submitted This Application - I Am Sick Of These Ridiculous Questions

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Luther von Wolfen
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People praise me for working at a homeless shelter. I work there because I don't want to live there.

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2 Iq Test?! Really?

2 Iq Test?! Really?

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Jane S.
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Some people get cheesecake? Damn, my mother told me in a Target parking lot, then gave me a protein bar.

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Elio X
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I got extended gaming hours for Serious Sam and some takeout. Because my mom went to go live with her mom and my dad was too upset to cook anything. (It was a mutual divorce but still upsetting.)

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Royer Potts
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I got turned down at an interview to be a car salesman because their personality test told them I was “too honest”. Make of that what you will.

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CatWoman312
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I had to take a personality test to be a server at Olive Garden. I failed it. Not sure why it was necessary to begin with

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Syd
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I failed BestBuy's personality test twice. 8 yrs laters I help create and work in a think tank tech company that now works out of a closed BB building. muahaahahaaha

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Eric Forster
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was once turned down for a job as a retail stock clerk. A job I can do in my sleep. I was told I was not qualified.

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Lindsey Judd-Bruder
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Had the same thing happen to me, when I applied to Walmart. Like, have you seen the people they DO hire sometimes? But I, a middle aged mom who doesn't party, works hard, and is just looking to support my family, an not what they're looking for? Wow. Wow. Okay. Seems I dodged a bullet, honestly.

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Mo Poppins
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There are entry level jobs in every industry, and realistically, we're not all suited to every industry, even if we're getting paid the same paltry wages. The personality quiz is probably valid. As an introvert, I'm not suited to front-facing jobs, but I still got hired for some. They were good for experience, but aren't good if you don't wanna feel drained all the time, or don't want to dread going to work. I had a job as a stock person, and I loved that job! I got to spend 4 - 8 hrs by myself, working with my hands while listening to music and being alone with my thoughts. It was bliss for my personality type. It was minimum wage, but if I had to be a salesperson, I'd die.

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Gotta Start Early

Gotta Start Early

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Well I would have had 9. I started programming when I was 11. More difficult if you are counting employment, as like most people I graduated at 21.

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So I’m Not The Only One Constantly Getting Ghosted?

So I’m Not The Only One Constantly Getting Ghosted?

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I honestly learned to not casre about this. You don't come back with feedback in 5 working days, I move on. I had cases where the feedback came after about 3 weeks saying ok you made to the next stage. And I was like do I know you? Don't take c**p folks.

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Something Tells Me I’m Not Going To Be Getting A Call Back

Something Tells Me I’m Not Going To Be Getting A Call Back

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We Don’t Count Internships As Experience Here, So Let’s Just Forget All Of That

We Don’t Count Internships As Experience Here, So Let’s Just Forget All Of That

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Employment Gap

Employment Gap

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Catch 22 Solved

Catch 22 Solved

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Exactly On Time...

Exactly On Time...

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Corporate Lingo Irl

Corporate Lingo Irl

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Jane S.
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Or, work hard play hard means work a 60 hour week, then participate at least weekly in late night boozing with your colleagues because if you don't, you're not a team player.

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Don’t See “No Memes” As A Rule And I Thought This Subreddit Might Enjoy This

Don’t See “No Memes” As A Rule And I Thought This Subreddit Might Enjoy This

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In a better place, with a better salary and thinking about you, still stuck in this same position.

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Hope Memes Are Allowed Here

Hope Memes Are Allowed Here

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Mimi777
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I worked as dispatcher for a trucking company and when we booked loads they emailed them to us so we could print them out to sign then fax them back. I always wondered if there was an easier way to do it...

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Still How I Feel Everytime I See It

Still How I Feel Everytime I See It

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My First Haiku

My First Haiku

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Jenny McKeown
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How can it recommend you should write more when it requests a haiku? Leaving aside the fact that asking for a haiku was ridiculous to start with!

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How I Feel Everytime I Log In To Linkedin To Update My Profile

How I Feel Everytime I Log In To Linkedin To Update My Profile

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Stephen Foley
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I only use Linkedin to keep in touch with peoplewhom I know and who either don't use Facebook at all or who want a more serious and non-controversial Forum/Means to make contact. I have never used it for job-seeking and at age 68 I am highly unlikely to do so.

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Found On R/Yesyesyesno

Found On R/Yesyesyesno

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Autopsy Assistant?!? Well, I won't be eating at Moe's Southwest Grill any time soon!

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Figured This Would Fit Perfectly!!

Figured This Would Fit Perfectly!!

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Lorelai Purvis
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

hes still going there's journeys on netflix which is set AFTER alola sun and moon

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So After A Full Day Of Applications I Did This...

So After A Full Day Of Applications I Did This...

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Amen

Amen

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Mihai Mara
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And most of them are just copied from various websites. And never read.

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So Has Been My Experience

So Has Been My Experience

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