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Struggling to find work, mums? I interviewed an Indeed ‘Career Expert’ for the inside scoop on how to land your next job

If you read one of my previous blog posts about my frustration with finding a job, then you know that I would be curious about what I could be doing wrong. To be rejected from (now at least) over 350 job applications, it’s a real kick in the teeth. So, who better to ask than […]

Is it just me, or is finding a job or getting a response harder than ever?

I lost count of the number of jobs I had applied for after the 300th job application. Of those 300, I’ve had one in-person, one virtual, and two unofficial phone interviews. There have also been several jobs that required multiple hurdles before reaching an interview. I’m talking aptitude tests, typing tests, behavioural questions. I didn’t […]

A man implied I couldn’t have a career now that I was a Mum

A recent reel on Instagram garnered more attention than I had anticipated. I’d been on mental health leave since March this year. During this time, my employer and I decided to call time on our relationship.

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