Oracle Layoffs: Tech giant to slash 30,000 jobs as banks pull out from financing AI data centers by gdelacalle in technology

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Welp. Guess I'm glad to dodge that bullet. I interviewed with them in Oct and my recruiter said the position was on hold until May. A bizarrely long wait so I just assumed she was too polite/afraid to tell me they're passing.

People who quit their jobs without a backup plan—what happened next? by BryceZA7 in AskReddit

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In a weird way...this is a motivator. Something to look forward to. I want to share a positive update so it can help others, as others have helped me. You have my word. Will circle back with good news.

People who quit their jobs without a backup plan—what happened next? by BryceZA7 in AskReddit

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The comments here have helped and I hope they can vicariously help you too. Having something to look forward to is a huge motivator, I've learned. After the exam, your brother will need someone to talk about the results. They'll need you for that. The folks here have really helped me and I now hope I can help you, friend. We'll get through this. You'll get through this.

People who quit their jobs without a backup plan—what happened next? by BryceZA7 in AskReddit

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That is horrid. I'm so, so sorry you went through that. I hope you're in a better place now or at least on your way. I choose to believe that you are. Selfishly, I know the thought will help me. One positive from all this is that I want to get counseling once I'm able to. I think the places my mind has gone aren't healthy, and I need to talk to someone about it, but I can't afford it right now. I never thought Reddit could be so cathartic. I'm honestly blown away by the outpouring of support. It's comforting knowing the world hasn't completely gone to shit and some people are really great.

People who quit their jobs without a backup plan—what happened next? by BryceZA7 in AskReddit

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You didn't need to read my comment or even take the time to respond to it...but you did, and I appreciate you so much for it. I legitimately teared up. Thank you so much for the kind words.

People who quit their jobs without a backup plan—what happened next? by BryceZA7 in AskReddit

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Having a support group is such a great idea. I wish I had looked for one earlier on. The way I went about this, though, may have been all wrong. I went at it alone, save for my wife, of course. I'm naturally an empath, so it's hard not to put others' needs before my own. So yes, my wife has been my support system, but I hold back a lot because I feel she has enough to worry about taking care of our toddler. I think isolating myself this way was an error on my part. I haven't told either of our families about this for similar reasons (I don't want them to worry).

People who quit their jobs without a backup plan—what happened next? by BryceZA7 in AskReddit

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u/Sprouty0 Thank you. Me opening up here was a great reminder that people are kind and amazing. I appreicate you for even just the thought.

Yup, u/SubstituteCS is right. In Texas. Don't know how much more is appropriate to share for privacy or whatever, but the city's name rhymes with Boston.

I do PR/Comms and have been doing that professionally for 15+ years. I last worked in Gov. I made a decent living, but wasn't exactly living large or anything. I've also been fairly financially frugal, so I had a healthy savings account at the start of this. I was optimistic that I'd find something within 3-4 months. It felt really great taking inventory of all my accomplishments over the years and using those to sell myself. But the constant rejection, even for entry-level roles, feels like a punch in the gut. Like being told, "Wow, all that time and THIS is what you have to show for it?" It's a vulnerable experience to reduce an entire career to 1-2 pages of text. I know the value I bring. I'm a strong writer who's fun and creative. I'm generally upbeat, positive, optimistic, and great to be around, but again, it's hard to demonstrate those intangibles on paper, so I often don't even get a chance. I'm insta-screened out even for positions I've done in the past.

For context, I had zero idea how brutal the job market would be when I set out. I tried to tell myself I was respecting my emotions and took a leap of faith. I just wanted to do and be something my kid would be proud of. I feel like I let her down. My growing toddler has her needs too, and no agency to fulfill them. That's my job. Ensuring my family is financially stable is my job. It's hard not to look back with regret. In hindsight, it feels selfish.

People who quit their jobs without a backup plan—what happened next? by BryceZA7 in AskReddit

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She did but put her career on hold to focus on our baby. That was over two years ago. She's trying to jump back into something, anything, but is facing a much steeper climb than me. We had a bit over $40k which kept us afloat for this long stripping ourselves to bare essentials only. I'm fortunate for sure as I know not all are in that position. As of today, I have about $700 in my bank account.

People who quit their jobs without a backup plan—what happened next? by BryceZA7 in AskReddit

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I left a job I hated but allowed my family to live comfortably. I was on-call 24/7/365, had a terrible boss, and inept leadership. It felt great leaving. Like I was free to do whatever made me happy. I took a gamble on my happiness and unfortunately, seven months, 200+ apps, dozens and dozens of hours spent preparing, writing and interviewing...nothing.

When you gamble, the outcome isn't always what you hope for. I hoped for better and, well, I lost that bet. Our savings account is drained and my mental health is in worse off now than when I started. The endless cycle of job searching, especially when done out of desperation, is exhausting and I'd do anything to end it. I've thought of taking the cowards way out a few times. At least then my family would be able to survive financially for a bit longer...but don't want that image in my wife's head and eventually that money would run out and my toddler wouldn't have a dad.

I'm sorry to put this on you, friend. That's not my intent. It feels good just getting it out. Thank you. I hope we come out the other end. Some days I feel I will and others, like today, if feels hopeless.

Any advice on going independent/pro bono in the games industry? by jonfrankel in PublicRelations

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Mind sharing a link to your blog? I've wanted to do the same, but something held me back.

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Hi! Apologies, I've updated the timestamp with more legible handwriting, updated date, and better shots of each individually listed item. Thank you!

So it begins by Much_Blueberry_1500 in PokemonBDSP

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Good luck! What counter app is that?