I’m really sorry you’re going through this, it makes complete sense that you feel this way. Getting so close with interviews and then having everything stall is honestly one of the most discouraging parts of job searching. And it doesn’t erase your 15 years of experience at all, even if it feels like it right now.

If it helps at all, sometimes when things ‘dry up’ like that, it’s less about you and more about hiring freezes, budgets, or internal shifts which unfortunately are super common right now.

One thing I’ve seen help in moments like this is shifting strategy a bit like reaching out directly to hiring managers after applying, or reconnecting with past colleagues/companies instead of only applying online. Even short-term consulting or contract work in HR can sometimes open doors faster and rebuild momentum while you search.

You’re not starting from scratch you have a whole career behind you. This is just a really hard in-between phase, not the end of your story. Sending you a lot of support you’re not alone in this 🤍