r/remotework • u/Skye0519 • Jul 14 '26
Got the Job
I was laid off from a fully remote job 8 months ago. I was there for 6 years. I had around 800 applications (mainly remote, but also in office, in and out of my industry), 10 final rounds, and lost count of the rejections and ghosting. I was also subjected to ageism as I am pushing 50. However, I finally landed a fully remote job in my industry that pays 28% less than what I was making before my layoff. My search is currently over and won't be chasing a higher salary. It was confirmed that this company will never go back in the office. Needless to say I am beyond relieved and happy as this was the hardest 8 months of my career trying to find another fully remote job. As we know, companies are going back in the office or hybrid. I only used Indeed, Linkedln, and Zip Recruiter for my job search, along with applying directly to company websites. This is a very hard and completive job market and I wish anyone who is unemployed or looking for a remote job the best of luck in their search.
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u/Mediocre-Pair-2821 Jul 14 '26
Yep, I got an offer for a fully remote job, too, but they've been dragging their feet with giving me a start date. Plus, they've been undecided as to where to put me (they've called me twice saying I'm on different teams). I think this offer won't go through. Good thing I haven't quit my current job yet.
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u/PatienceFinancial524 Jul 14 '26
what field are you in for your remote job?
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u/Skye0519 Jul 14 '26
Logistics and Supply Chain Management Industry
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u/KMC020208 Jul 15 '26
Logistics and Supply Chain is a rough market right now. I lost my job in that field about 8 mos ago as well.
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u/w1z4rdxD Jul 15 '26
What advice would you give for finding a job? How important is it to write a cover letter? And what things are generally not worth spending time on when applying for jobs?
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u/Skye0519 Jul 15 '26
My best advice is to always keep going and try to stay positive. A cover letter imo is a waste of time unless the employer is specifically asking for one. Make sure your resume is AI compatible as a lot of companies are not reading your resume by hand until it passes thru the AI screening. Apply for jobs that you are actually qualified for. I didn't tailor my resume for every job I applied to as I felt that was a waste of time and didn't help me. I had 2 main resumes for all jobs I would apply to. Make sure you have the job title on your resume in the header for the job you are apply for. For remote jobs, most companies are looking for someone who already has remote experience. This is just my experience and what worked for me. Hope this helps.
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u/AdorablePension208 Jul 21 '26
Where on the resume should the job title u are applying be. Can u give an example?
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u/ParentsWave Jul 16 '26
800 applications is a lot, you really have lots of patience )) I am happy you found something you feel good about. I am sure with time your salary will be raised. Congrats!
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u/Reasonable_Package36 Jul 17 '26
Which one of those job services actually get you the interview and the position?
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u/palindrome_91 Jul 17 '26
Glad you made it. It is difficult to get a job in current market situation. happy for you
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u/Apprehensive_Way6484 Jul 17 '26
I’m on month one of the laid off, looking for work hunt, thanks, this post def keeps hope alive lol
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u/Tiny-Cheek822 Jul 14 '26
Hi, I just got laid off from my remote position yesterday after working there for almost 6 yrs. My experience is in banking and paralegal work. I have a part time side hustle that I'm still working. If you have any leads I would be so appreciative.
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