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#RI-69a8243f·about 2 months ago·
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Lookback: 1.5 years

1.5 years after graduation, no job despite experience and education

Felt confident in interviews, but lost out to other candidates multiple times

What I wish I knew
"To be more realistic about industry competition"
If I could tell you one thing
"Consider alternative careers if job search is taking too long"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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