Please don't put any “never stop looking or applying”. I'm aware of the rule and applying for over six months takes a huge toll.
Basically I'm working solo (my team quit) at an entry level job and cannot seem to even get interviews unless it's once in a blue moon. My first performance review is toward the end of Q1/in February so I guess it's not a super long wait time given how much time I've wasted here already.
I'm hoping that a new title could actually give me a leg to stand on for my resume even if I'm already doing those responsibilities and then some. The people reviewing me have already mentioned how invaluable I've been but it's been lip service since that doesn't exactly pay the bills. (Again, I'm aware I'm being exploited but can't afford to take a different job unless it pays more. I have a blanket to fall back on but if I'm having trouble finding something while working full time, I can't imagine how it is looking while unemployed). Am I holding out hope for nothing?