Career questions tagged depression
How do I stay motivated in my finance job search while dealing with depression and constant rejection?
I'm graduating in a week with a business degree from a U.S. university. Before this, I built and exited my own startup, where I was deeply involved in finance, strategy, and operations. I came to the U.S. to gain global exposure and invested everything I had from my startup into this education even taking on loans to make it work. Now, as I try to start my career in finance especially in analyst roles I’m facing constant rejection. It’s incredibly discouraging. I know I bring a unique background to the table, and I’ve worked hard to align my experience with what these roles require, but I'm still not getting offers. The financial pressure from student loans and the emotional toll of not seeing results despite my efforts has led to depression. Some days it’s hard to stay positive or even keep applying. To professionals or anyone who's been through this: How did you push through this kind of situation? What helped you stay focused and mentally healthy while trying to break into a competitive field?
How to conduct my self routine during quarantine?
Hi :) To begin with, I have finished 1year of Korean studies in South Korea after my graduation from college. In fact I would like to start to develop career whatever what kind of experience it is, I want to learn. Yet, I am suffering from depression after I come back to home and right now to struggle for getting a job. During these time, it is quite sure that I want to pursue my own business and be able to support myself to create an ideal environment to grow. Therefore I would like to ask advice of how to conduct a routine or schedule which can balance my life between advancement and self caring. #business #college #career #routine #schedule #depression #selfbranding
How to handle having depression in a research career?
I'm looking to become a psychology researcher. I understand that research careers can be fairly stressful. However, I've also suffered from depression for a decade and expect I will still be dealing with it when I attain my career. How can I go about handling my illness while also successfully pursuing my passion? What kind of practices should I employ while on the job, and what mindset should I have? #research #psychology #mental-health #mental-illness #psychiatry #clinical-psychology #depression #stress #passion #science #brain-sciences #highered #phd
How to bounce back from failure when you have depression ?
For most of my life, I’ve been a pretty good student. People always expected me to get into Ivy League but I went to SUNY instead. The work load is easy for me but after getting severe depression and anxiety, my grades have plummeted and I lost all my financial aid after appeal. I feel like I've gone backwards while everyone is moving forward. How do I gain back my confidence and my future? Thank You. #depression #failure #confidence #future #personal-development #work-life-balance
Is it worth it to have a perfect GPA?
I am able to sustain perfect grades only when I am sacrificing all my time and patience. It is very exhausting. How can I make my GPA work for me? #college #hard-work #gpa #depression
What steps do I need to take to get my life together? (Please see the context)
I am turning 30 this year and life has not been exactly how I want it to be. I have a bachelors degree of applied science in Electronics Engineering from DeVry University but I graduated in 2009 I haven't had any type of tech Jobs. except one. and i feel that that job wasn't very technical sense quality control was more about visual inspection and everyday user computer functions. I have some skills with photoshop, drawing, and I am trying to relearn computer programming on my own. I have html and css basics down. took a bootcamp prep course that had ruby in it. working on javascript. i also play the saxophone. but its been awhile for that has well. here are websites that show skills not listed on resume http://black-chouji.deviantart.com/gallery/ ... https://vbates2.github.io/portfolio/ my resume is copy and pasted below. Victor LaRue Bates II Education DeVry University, Irving, Texas Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology June 2009 Skills Language/Software Skills • C++ Programming • Microsoft Visual Studio .NET • Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0 • Verilog/VHDL Hardware • MASM51 • Proview 32 • Orcad • Adobe Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat Reader • LabView • Matlab • Microsoft Office Suite: Project, Outlook, Visio, Excel, Groove, Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Publisher Instruments/Hardware Skills • Xilinx Spartan 3 Hardware • 8051 Microcontroller Hardware • Oscilloscope • Digital Multi-Meter • Function Generator • Power Supply • Logic Probe • 8086 Microprocessor Hardware • Programming Cisco Routers • Soldering • Digital and Analog Electronic Circuits Design and Analysis Experience Command Security Corporation Irving, TX June 2015-March 2017 DFW Airport CAS Security Screening Officer • Conducted several security protocols of cargo before they entered the planes of various Airlines that partnered with CAS (a North American cargo handler) that include but are not limited to… o Inspecting various packages for proper labeling making sure the company, destination, size, and weight matched Airway Bills and Manifests paperwork o Instructing forklift drivers on where to sort and separate cargo that contain dangerous goods and notifying airline managers o Swiping cargo with an ETD (Error Trace Detection) trap or swap and placing it inside an ETD machine to ensure no highly flammable or explosive residue was present on the outside of the cargo o Placing cargo inside industrial XRAY machines and examining XRAY images to ensure cargo does not contain IEDs (Improvised Explosive Devices) o Logging all cargo items and how they were inspected OnTrack Staffing Irving, TX January 2014-April 2015 SMS Infocomm Quality Control Technician • Inspect various models of HP laptops for project Rushmore to ensure that all laptops performed at HP industrial standards for commercial clients functionally and visually • Review laptop BIOS information with client paperwork to ensure BIOS version, Serial Numbers, Product Model, and SKU (Stock Keeping Unit) numbers are correct and that TPM(Total Protective Maintenance) is on • Test laptop components(Hard Disk Drive, Memory, System Board, Optical Disk Drive, Video, Touch Screens, Speakers, Audio Jacks, Universal Serial Bus Ports, Serial Ports, Ethernet Ports, Touch Pads, Keyboard, Mouse, HDMI Ports, Webcams, and Microphones) using UEFI Or Unified Extensible Firmware Interface and Windows Operating Systems • Made sure all drivers were installed and Windows OS was registered and activated. • Remove computer viruses with Anti-Virus Software or sent laptop to re-imaging techs to re-image Windows • Utilize gap tools to check for any aesthetic discrepancies such as gaps between laptop chassis, LCD and ODD bezels, keyboards, and access doors. • Report to site supervisors of any laptop damage that appeared Customer Induced and laptops that were bio-hazardous to the facility • Uploaded data to company server containing information on laptops status; Pass or Fail; laptop bin # and location, and common software, hardware, and testing issues. • Assist Laptop Repair Technicians by reporting customer issues with laptops and which components where functional and which were not • Assist Laptop Repair Technicians whenever WIP (work in progress) numbers became exceedingly high by swapping out small components as needed (RAM, HDD, ODD) ABM INC. Plano, Texas September 2011 – December 2013 Security Officer • Protect life and property of clients by preventing and reducing losses and crimes against the employer’s business or other organizations by observations, patrols, and reports • Report to supervisors any violation of the law or of the company’s or client’s regulations • Cooperate with all recognized and responsible law enforcement and government agencies in matters within their jurisdiction • Maintain constant surveillance of assigned areas providing maximum visibility • Provide appropriate assistance as needed to clients, their employees, guests and visitors in an expedient and professional manner • Reported any property damage and/or malfunctions with client's alarms to facility managers The Noerr Programs Corporation Team Member Irving, Texas December 2010 and April 2011 : April 2011: Assistant Site Manager • Manage and train teams • Maintain budgets • Achieve goals, • Control expenses, make nightly drop deposits, and protect assets • Promote and merchandise and technology • Maintain site cleanliness, safety and team dress code • Utilize our web based management, productivity and reporting tool • Perform cashier/greeter/photographer duties when appropriate : December 2010: Cashier, Greeter, and Photographer • Maintain an awareness of all promotions and advertisements. • Accurately and efficiently ring on registers and accurately maintain all cash and media at the registers. • Maintain orderly appearance of register area and supplies stocked • Greet guest and present photo packages and merchandise • Take high quality digital photographs and print them in various sizes based on customer specifications as well as create copyrighted CDs with images per customer request Irving Public Central Library Irving, Texas April 2010 -May 2010 Library Clerk • Checked in/Checked out Library Books and DVDs • Organized Library Books and DVDs • Marketed, Organized, and Participated in Library Events DeVry University Irving, Texas August 2005 -October 2006 & May 2007 -June 2009 Career Services Receptionist • Answer incoming calls for Career Services Department • Complete certified mail for Advisors • Create advertisements for local job openings • Help coordinate Job and Career Fairs • Create and maintain spreadsheets and databases for the Federal Work Study Program • Assist Student Employment Coordinator with managing timecards and payroll • Provide Helpdesk Assistance for Students Utilizing Hire DeVry • Data Entry DeVry University Irving, Texas August 2006 – December 2007 Residential Assistant • Assisted Housing Coordinators with conducting inspections to ensure safety of students by ensuring that no alcohol or weapons are present • Assisted students by providing information about getting a job • Helped students with accessing student resources and tutors • Helped coordinate student events and extra-curricular activities • Peer-Mediated with Housing • Students to help solve household conflicts Paychex Irving, Texas May 2005 -August 2005 Mailroom Clerk • Assisted with printing clients’ payroll and paychecks. • Assisted with placing clients’ payroll and paychecks into packages. • Assisted with distributing and mailing packages to company clients. #computer-science #engineering #art #information-technology #life-coach #evaluating-resumes #life-transitions #job-application #personal-development #depression
What are some ways that people have found helpful for dealing with mental illness in the professional world?
I'm a high school student concerned about how my mental health issues (multiple anxiety disorders) may impact my professional career in the future. I'd love to hear from people who have had experience with this issue. #professional #careers #mental-health #depression #mental-illness #anxiety #anxiety-disorders #anxiety-management #personal-development
Im in a wrong major and now my grades are falling and i feel guilty about it, what should i do?
Im a medstud, im goin in 3rd year right now. I was feeling that meds isnt for me since the begining, but i kept going bcause i dont want to let my parents down. I went through myfirst year good enough, 3.1 GPA and during second year i just couldnt bear it anymore and i got depress. I never told my parents about it, ive been keeping it a secret. My 3rd semester i only got 2.5GPA. I didnt go to any outside class activity , i withdraw my self from my friends cause i just feel i dont connect with them. I also broke up with my bf bcause somehow he just reminds me a lot about medschool. I cried at night , pretend to b okay at day, i still do it right now. Until last month, i cant takeit anymore. I cried in front of my parents, and told them that i dont want to b in meds, i dont want to b a doctor, i want to pursue design. And of course they turned me down. They said tht its okay if i dont want to b a doctro, if i finish meds i can do what ever i want. But honestly, i dont know i just feel so bad about it. I still go to college right now just bcause i dont want to see my mom dissapointed in me. It hurts me inside. I go ti college and study just for formality, and you know how hard meds is, my score falling even futher. Until i didnt pass my last exam. Now i feel im guilty, i waste time and my parents money, all i need to do is just study, and i dont even do it well. I feel lost, im afraid of my future. I used to b a straight A student but now im barely pass. What should i do? Help me. #college #psychology #college-major #clinical-psychology #psychotherapy #depression #personal-development
Should I make my roommate aware of my depression, social anxiety, and odd behaviors caused by medication?
Part of me feels like it's my business and that I shouldn't have to tell them extremely personal things but I know the medication causes my eating habits to be extremely weird, mood swings, and on occasions, twitching. I feel that I would appreciate having some sort of warning if my roommate had issues that could affect behavior but I realize that my thoughts are not universal. What would be the proper action to take? #depression #dorms #anxiety-disorders #personal-development
Should i try different jobs that are completely unrelated to my degree or go and find one that i really wanted?
So, i just recently moved here in states and i'm a fresh graduate with a degree in Bachelor in Advertising and Public Relations. I was blessed to moved here right after grad but unfortunately, i haven't been into the real world of advertising. I'm finding it hard to find a job that is an entry level and is completely related to my field. Many people here told me to find a job first which is not related to advertising, i did that. I had two part-time jobs (retail sales associate and bookseller) just to gain experience and additional skills, now that i am both endo (unemployed) to the said jobs, i am so desperate to set my footsteps on advertising door. I am sending my resumes to different agencies but i know i lack the experience which makes it hard for me to get employed. I'm kinda feeling down now and depressed. Can someone give me an advice on what should i do? I feel like i'm a burden to my family because of unemployment :( #help #advice #advertising #giving-advice #depression #seattle #personal-development #marketing-and-advertising #career-details