Stressed of finding a new job, even worse, the interview. And worried about working life in the new company if i get the offer. Does anyone here having the same issue? I am currently unemployed.

You fresh grad?

Not fresh grad, already 30 yo. Couldn’t stand my previous job so I left without securing a new job.

Attending more interviews get you comfortable with the process. I guess the stress is partially due to the fact that you are unemployed?

Ask questions related to work life in the interview. The most you can do is see if the role and manager are then a good fit. Other than that, I would suggest not worrying about this as its out of your control.

If at all there are red flags, start the job search early enough so you could secure your next role without leaving the current role.

Step by step TS, first priority is applying and interviewing. Good luck!

Do some soul searching why u quit in 1st place. A better bet wud b to stick to something ur heart desire, field or skill that u good at n ur excitement of highest level. Good luck n god bless!

I have the same predicament as you. Also 30 as well
Though I bear with my workplace for now till I found my next job.

Don't feel scare. You already have nothing to lose. I would advice you to take on any job now especially you are unemployed.
At most if the next job you take are not keen to your liking you could always resign within probation period.
Before doing so of course you should already have your next job before quitting.

Which industry??

Marketing industry, quite competitive.

Oh...
Sad case...

Need to chase target always... Stressed out 😞

It's normal to feel anxiety..
I have worked more than 15+ years and I still feel nervous when going for job interviews. I don't go to interviews that much and I have only joined 4 companies thus far.

Don't worry about the new company, just let the future unfolds.
Most importantly be confident in your interview and you will get the job.

Ahh .. its you again that I stumble upon the thread ..

Mind telling me which industry ?

Yes yes it is me. Hahaha. In online marketing industry~

Man I feel you alot
I've been job hopping through this 3 years after I graduated, the gap in my resume is starting to hurt me as I can't stay in a job longer than a few months without feeling overwhelmed and quit on impulse, then had a breakdown/hate myself episode

Just quitted my 5th or 6th job because the office is hot and there's no water dispenser (seems like the boss wasn't bothered as he's not always in office), the boss doesn't want to hire older employees (like 35>) because to him people that age doesn't wanna work harder...I know it's all just excuses but idk, when I got overwhelmed and had a strong rejection towards the job my productivity just went 0 straight

It's my second month pretending to have a job (dress up and go to a nearby coffeeshop, spend the whole day applying to jobs)

Stressed of finding a new job
- Just spam as much as you can, i spam alot of jobs before.... once u are selected then only worry the rest of the things...

The interview
- Treat every interview like a learning experience for you, even you dont get the job, but u will gain the experience (make sure you record your interview and recap back and see in any area that you should improve). The more you attend the interview, the more you will feel the comfort and confident.

Worrying about working life in new company
- This is normal because we deal with uncertainty, but just remember that you can always jump to another ship if you are not happy (but dont make the same mistake, try to get the job first then only jump).

I have this thought as well, instead of just applying for jobs everyday
But then wouldn't it bite you back if in worse case scenario you kept quitting jobs and your reputation got stained (bosses tend to have wide networks, plus it's the digital era where info spreads fast)?

Hello Womyai,

Good day to you. Hope all is well for you.
It is normal to have anxiety, we can first acknowledge that, however, we shall not let it affect us, and focus on the things that help and support ourselves:

# Focus on the interview preparation: study about the company that invited us for the interview; study about the role that we applied for; study the relevant knowledge about the industry.
# Do things that help improve your energy level during the job hunting period: exercise; reading; meditation; etc.
# Explore new things during this phase, there is no better time to explore new things during job hunting time.

During the interview, feel free to ask those questions that really matter to you, do remember that interview is a mutual and two-way thing, whilst the hiring manager are interviewing you, you are also interviewing the hiring manager. Pay attention to those small but important things like the chemistry that you have with the hiring manager; whether you can vibe with the hiring manager (as you will be reporting to the hiring manager, this is very important); what are the values and principles of the hiring manager, etc.

Best of luck to you in your job hunting friend. My prayers for your career well-being.

Id think you have bigger issues to be addressed...not gonna be resolved by switching jobs

Some experience need to be learned the hard way. I'd experienced the consequences of frequent job hoping and resign without securing another job.

1st of all, don't be choosy. Try not to get low-ball offer but also don't expect rainbow and sunshine. 2ndly, change your mindset especially if you're the kind of people who always compare with peers.

U put up a show because u dont want family to know you are out of work?

Also age discrimination is a big red flag

This post has been edited by olman: May 26 2023, 04:15 AM

why dont do business?
open table at front of shop, sale pirate dvd.
special dvd also have under table. which country u want?

Embarrassed to say, yes
And I would prefer to be outside because it's quieter, I can apply to jobs and go to interviewers peacefully, compared to being at home feeling like a crap and being asked about it every other time (I know how a shame I am for being 26 yo and have literally no real work experience)

Yes I know keeping on job hopping because I got easily overwhelmed isn't the way to do things, I've been trying to "fix myself", it's a long story

By the way,

I got a job offer which expires on next Wednesday (said to give response by 31st) but I'm still waiting for interview results from two companies which I would prefer to work with. Not sure if it's appropriate to ask here, should I accept the first job and jump when I got offers from the two companies, or ask if it's possible to extend the expiring job offer's deadline?

NGL I've been applying out semi-actively since Feb/March earlier this year. Everytime I get an interview its always...

1. got offered a salary that's really shit, lower than what my current company is offering
2. they just reject or never get back to me for an update at all

Now I'm wondering if its even worth the job hunt or not and just stay put in my current miserable job lol

Try not to worry so much. Just treat it like meeting new friend.

also feels like searching new job
haizz fast paced job not fit for me liao
now is thinking whether want find new job yet or not

I’m 28 and been job hopping for the last 4 years, I can never amount to anything anymore, because I learnt nothing

take 1 step at a time. Google for guidance on how to present a good CV. Watch youtube on interview stuffs. Also try Chatgpt on sample answer to interview questions. all these will train you with CV writing and interview skillset.

Watch YouTube videos on this. Try ask help from doctor if needed.

Also try taking regular walks in a park nearby your house. It helps a bit.

Rileks and just treat it like a casual date. After date is over, go back and re-evaluate your interview and see how u could have done better. Repeat, rinse and continue until success.

I think now is an employer's market.

heard not so good due to freeze in recruitment.

but the higher the position, obviously the less vacancy,

disagree, now the market is in mass hiring. My junior receiving non stop job offer and interview. It just not as frenzy as 2021 but the hiring back.

This post has been edited by soules83: Jul 18 2023, 10:40 AM

Usually, people who try job hunting + interview + sign the contract to secure new job BARU tender at current co
You hero ah?

This post has been edited by PCLover2010: Jul 18 2023, 03:06 PM

You make it sound weird. I myself already resign then only find job at least 3 times. Always got job but maybe because all the resign i give notice period 2 and 3 months so never really got any job gap except those i request join late like 1 week to rest first

This post has been edited by kesvani: Jul 18 2023, 11:57 PM

Sometimes, I think it's quite industry specific. Certain industries are running hot, while others are cool and in layoff mode.

Damn, i had this same thing when i was starting out back in 2014. Get anxiety and overwhelmed, then just quit the job. Find another job, then same cycle. anxiety and quit.

then in the period without a job, dress up every morning like going to work, then go to library and spend the whole day there. Had to put up this show, cause staying at my parents house. Until today they dont know i was job hopping and jobless during that period, lol.

It is employee's market. Non-stop offer especially in constructions. The thing is salary. Every time talk about salary, sure kena lowballed. I saw some companies looking for people like forever, probably they keep lowballing people and can't find the right candidate.

keep receiving calls and invitation.....i can confirm the tech is hot now

just another few months those hr will start notice lowball is not a good strategy....just don't let them bite you. make them waittttt, we employee have time.