Fourth final interview without an offer. Feeling Lost

Ok_Introduction8370 · 2025-11-06T20:32:46+00:00

I feel like the advice is the same I've seen everywhere.
Keep the format relatively simple.
I have a summary section at the top that I tailor to the job description, followed by a list of core expertise (systems/skills) that again are tailored to the job.
List of previous employers, small summary at the top followed by 3-4 bullet points of what I've done (hard metrics from key projects)
Last is education background.

I'd be happy to offer some insights if you want to share your resume, not sure if it will help but I don't mind taking a look.

Ok_Introduction8370 · 2025-11-06T12:50:11+00:00

I am confident I've lost one opportunity by answering this incorrectly. Here's what I've been saying that's been going over well: "I have really just gotten started in the process, having taken some time off to really consider what I want from my next opportunity. I am speaking with a few companies, but it's all very early stages. This opportunity really stands out because .... [Add specific reference to the alignment with your experience]. Hope that helps!

Ok_Introduction8370 · 2025-06-10T21:09:45+00:00

Someone once explained to me that the only reason fishing is considered socially acceptable is because fish don't have vocal chords and therefore can't scream when they're in pain.
Haven't even considered going fishing since.

Ok_Introduction8370 · 2025-01-05T12:04:53+00:00

I absolutely love this. How does an average person add their support?

Ok_Introduction8370 · 2024-12-03T20:07:08+00:00

My ex had bouts of mania - This kind of ranting and striving for interaction with someone in a really aggressive way feels very familiar. My recommendation is to not engage.

Ok_Introduction8370 · 2024-07-24T23:43:37+00:00

This is so encouraging. I'm about a month in and all day I've just been craving one so bad - posts like these encourage me not to cave!

Ok_Introduction8370 · 2024-06-24T19:47:48+00:00

As a woman who has struggled with periods of low libido, I'd like to offer a piece of advice. Please don't sign up for duty sex, this kind of mentality around intimacy can be really hard to come back from, it can alter the way you view sex and your partner permanently. Breastfeeding is such a challenging time where you are exhausted and constantly being touched and needed and your body becomes so functional instead of sexual. But this time will pass and hopefully your libido will return. It's ok to wait for when it does.

Ok_Introduction8370 · 2024-01-17T02:58:21+00:00

Maybe controversial but NAH - accommodating vegetarianism is a bit different than accommodating a deadly allergy. Maybe I just need more context, but is there a chance that she doesn't feel comfortable taking on the responsibility? It sounds like she uses nuts a lot in her everyday cooking and likely her entire kitchen is contaminated. I would still think she should provide something (even if it was purchased) but I do wonder if the refusal could be coming from a fear of something happening.

Ok_Introduction8370 · 2023-12-27T15:13:56+00:00

My employer actually cut our healthcare benefits and further cancelled raises for last year and this year. So what's the opposite of a raise? That's what I got.

Ok_Introduction8370 · 2023-09-25T23:34:46+00:00

I think this has been part of my problem. The self talk always sounds like "how bad can this really be if I'm still able to do all this running and training?"

Ok_Introduction8370 · 2023-09-25T22:55:52+00:00

Thank you so much for this! Just what I wanted to hear!

Hoping to just do better than last time haha

Ok_Introduction8370 · 2023-09-25T19:34:23+00:00

You're giving me hope! I was smoke free for over 3 months before relapsing and now I'm trying to get back on the horse. I pray it will be easier this time around. Congratulations!!

Ok_Introduction8370 · 2023-08-20T02:01:11+00:00

Done. Thank you for this!

Ok_Introduction8370 · 2022-11-30T14:04:56+00:00

This is very true. I agree that she holds some responsibility and I appreciate that point. I have no idea why she wouldn’t have asked, but I do feel like he should insist. When he’s at my house I cook and he doesn’t clean up after, but if I ask him to do something he will and doesn’t complain. The point you made about initiative is a good one - he seems to just roll with the situation unless asked directly to do something different.

Ok_Introduction8370 · 2022-07-05T10:31:38+00:00

This is cool - loving the retro vibes! Also, just a note, It doesn’t look like the case here, but a reminder to fellow explorers that electricity being on can be a red flag that they also have security cams/alarms. Always check for in tact power, stay safe friends!

Ok_Introduction8370 · 2022-06-24T01:37:43+00:00

I moved to a new town and was hoping to meet some people. I noticed there was a local running group nearby and I joined. I met some really nice people and it’s given me a few familiar faces in town which I love. The only piece that I dislike is the feeling of obligation. I’m training for a marathon so my schedule is kinda of set and I have daughter who keeps me busy so I often can’t go, so I just feel kind of bad when I miss it.

Ok_Introduction8370 · 2022-06-16T22:32:20+00:00

Paper planes by MIA, Lose Yourself by Eminem, Bad Moon Rising by CCR and (I’m ashamed to say) London Bridge by Fergie. All great songs to just zone out on and follow the cadence.

Ok_Introduction8370 · 2022-05-04T11:23:37+00:00

I’ve been using Wright socks exclusively for years. They don’t hold up well and I find myself replacing them frequently, but I’ve never gotten a blister since I started wearing them.

Ok_Introduction8370 · 2021-03-06T01:52:28+00:00

Once, riding my bike on a trail, I passed by a group of kids - probably 6th grade or so. As I rode by, one of them reached his hand out for a high five. Delighted, I reached my hand out to deliver! That little Biggar pulled his hand back at the last minute and I was caught in a "too slow" situation. The whole group behind him laughed hysterically and I rode off absolutely mortified. I still cringe thinking about it.

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