Today, I'm a generalist with moderate knowledge of multiple domains, but since I'm not a specialist in any, I'm not getting a job. FML
Collection
Halloween
A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Today, I'm at the unique point in my schooling that I'm either extremely overqualified or extremely underqualified for every job opportunity that appeals to me. FML
Today, I have put in many job applications and had many interviews for a variety of positions all of which I am highly qualified for. Today, I heard back from all but one that I am overqualified. Welcome to Walmart. FML
Today, I was rejected from a volunteer position because I "didn't have enough experience." I have a college degree in the specific field they were asking for. FML
Today, I found out that the reason I didn't get the job that I have been working my butt off for over a year for is because they can't find anybody who can do my current job as good as me. I'm too good to be promoted. FML
Today, I found out that the money I spent on a very specific degree was wasted, because apparently, I don't qualify for a job at the place that told me I had to have that degree. FML
Today, at the one job interview I got after months of applying, I was rejected for what turned out to be a phone customer service role, because I "wasn't technical enough." Previously I worked as a website developer and I have a computer science degree. FML
Today, I was unsuccessful in getting a job at a supermarket. The same supermarket I used to work at. I now have a degree but can't even get a job at a place I used to work. FML
Today, I had my first job interview in months. The guy chuckled mockingly at my master's degree in philosophy and wound up admitting that he had no idea why I'd even been selected to be interviewed. FML
Today, it's six months until I graduate and I don't have a single skill that can get me placed in any company, but worst part is that I don't even want to work to acquire any skill. I'm fucking useless. FML
Today, I was rejected for a job I really wanted, they said I didn't have enough experience. I designed the systems they are implementing. FML
Feel like sharing it with the other FML users?
Thanks, your FML was submitted, and will appear in the moderation queue soon!
Top comments
rotflqtms_ 21
Time to pick a field to specialize in
RichardPencil 32
Many jobs don't require specific knowledge. They train you for the task. You can be a barista, waiter, janitor, delivery boy, stock boy, field hand, ditch digger, etc.
Add a comment · Reply to
You must be logged in to be able to post comments!
Comments (5)
rotflqtms_ 21
Time to pick a field to specialize in
RichardPencil 32
Many jobs don't require specific knowledge. They train you for the task. You can be a barista, waiter, janitor, delivery boy, stock boy, field hand, ditch digger, etc.
Chazzster 32
This my friend is why you pick a specialty that: (1) You have some interest in and talents for. (2) Results in decent employment opportunities. There is an ultimate point to an education - To prepare you for life and a career, not for the entertainment value of the process. If you don’t pay attention to where you are going you won’t get where you want to go.
Warp1978 15
I feel your pain
Yudith 28
You've got exactly what it takes to be a spy. Or a handyman. Depends of your tolerance to stress.