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#RI-69ba6e67·3 months ago·
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Delayed job search after contract ended

I delayed job search, now struggling to find employment

What I wish I knew
"I should have started applying earlier"
If I could tell you one thing
"Start job search immediately after contract ends"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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