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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]1. Remove all social media accounts regardless of content.

2. Apply to jobs not in your field.  If you're seeking a job in this economy you cannot be picky.  It's fine getting a job that's not in your field.  If you need a JOB, then get a JOB.[/quote]

This.  Also 20 applications is not a lot.  You should be applying to 10-20 a week.  Getting 2 interviews out of 20 is great!  When I was unemployed I applied to hundreds of jobs and yes I redid my CL and resume for all.  It was so rough.  Also apply for roles that are your current level, above your current level and some below your level.

I ended up finding my job from someone in my network who had an opening and got me to the interview stage. It was for a Manager role and I had been a Director, but I took it because I needed income.  Within a year I was at Director level because I busted my butt and soon after even more senior.  Stayed for a few years and then moved on.  It was not my dream job by any means, but it got me to that a few years down the road.  Tap your network.  Go to events. Did you attend graduate school?  If so they may have alumni events, attend them.  Reach out to people.

Also, as the PP said look outside your field.  Look at other non-profits, higher ed, HR, government, private sector--cast a wide net. Be open to friends in different fields and ask if they have any openings they think might be a good fit.

Budget and cut spending now.  Cut the subscriptions, Netflix, etc.  Don't go out for dinner.  Cut the gym membership and workout at home or run outside (weather is nice now anyway).  Anywhere you can cut money, do it now.  Talk to your spouse, they need to cut it all too. You are a team.  They should also tap their network to help you out.

Also, if none of that helps look at certificate programs you could do that might add to your resume or help if you want to pivot.  I don't think it is good to spend money if you're unemployed, but if nothing else works.  But do research and see what the outcomes are for people who get that degree/ certificate. [/quote]

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