A Reddit user recently detailed the challenges they faced after being laid off in the US on May 13, 2025, coinciding with a visit from their parents. What was meant to be a joyful time turned into a highly stressful period. With just 60 days of grace period, no prior interview preparation, and growing uncertainty about their immigration status, the user said they were initially overwhelmed.
Persistence as a Full-Time Job
“But I refused to give up,” the Redditor wrote. They filed necessary extensions to remain compliant with U.S. immigration rules and approached job hunting with the discipline of a full-time role. Between May and September, they attended five interviews per week, applied to over 25 companies, and advanced to 8 final rounds. In th end, the user got 2 job offers. “It wasn’t luck. It wasn’t connections. It was persistence, discipline, and believing that even when the system feels stacked against you, you can still rise,” they said.
Lessons Learned and Advice for Others
The user highlighted the key takeaways from their experience: “Consistency beats motivation. Rejections are redirections. Your next opportunity might be one interview away. Immigration stress is real, but it can be fought with preparation and resilience.” They encouraged others facing layoffs or visa uncertainty to stay resilient, adding, “If you’re going through something similar…please know: you’re stronger than you think. Keep going. Your breakthrough is coming.”
This personal account has resonated with many Reddit readers, offering both inspiration and practical insight into navigating career setbacks and immigration hurdles simultaneously.
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