Job Seeker Resigned, Couldn’t Find New Role for 2 Years – Business Insider

Kymberly McClain struggled to find work for nearly two years after resigning from her deputy director role. Kymberly McClain This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Kymberly McClain, a 45-year-old who lives in Las Vegas. She previously worked at a small nonprofit until resigning in 2024. The following has been edited for length and clarity. Two years ago, I was working as a deputy director at a small nonprofit in California focused on providing resources for the homeless population. After some leadership changes, I didn’t feel like I had the support I needed. In August 2024, I resigned. When I started looking for a new job, I was so confident. I’d gained experience and felt like I’d parted ways on good terms, even getting a letter of recommendation. I thought I was going to slide into another role. Instead, I struggled to find work for nearly two years. I started applying for jobs I never expected to consider When I started looking, I was applying for deputy director, program manager, case manager, and other social service roles. I used LinkedIn, Indeed, ZipRecruiter, CareerBuilder, and other job sites. I sought out résumé help because I had been out of
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