Antiwork

why is it that everyone who urgently hires is so darn picky? we have the experience you need. some of us need to work. at least try to consider us in your 'urgency'

I have decided to give my two weeks notice for my job, despite not having another lined up. I just can't take it anymore. Every morning I wake up and wish I hadn't. I cry myself to sleep every night just thinking about starting work in the morning. The excessive work pile and overtime (55+hrs) never ends. I'm sick of staying in this position just because I don't want society/family/coworkers to think that I am a loser or bum. My mental health is shot to hell because I've stayed this long. I can't take it anymore. I've gained 20+ pounds from the constant stress/overtime of this office job. I have been looking for other jobs for about two months now, and had a few interviews and one offer (though I declined the offer due to poor reviews on glassdoor). I'm planning on staying in an airbnb until I find a…

I’m a recent college graduate so I’ve never applied for full time salary positions before. I’m mostly looking at entry level office jobs. I have responsibilities to family/home that I balance much better when I work 4 days instead of 5. I want a healthier work/life balance and can afford to take a day off. I think I have an impressive resume and interview skills compared to other newbies in my field, but I’m not sure if asking for a 4 day week would immediately eliminate me during the interview process? Is that something I’d bring up after I’m hired? Any advice on navigating the full-time job world after college (in USA) would be great.