Everything I have tried in a nutshell

I have 30+ certificates since graduating.

Enrolled in over 5+ programmes and virtual experiences to gain skills.

Sent 1000+ job applications.

Sent my CV to friends so they could ask their friends and family for a job which resulted in no response.

Applied for retail, hospitality and tutoring and got rejected for each one.

Graduated with honours, did internships, worked part-time and had a summer job as a grad and still couldn’t find a job.

Had two mentors and they couldn’t help me find a job.

Had two employment specialist advisors. They would direct me to job fairs, redoing my CV and cover letter.

I had a side hustle but because of the economy I don’t sell anymore as people aren’t buying.

I tried being a content creator thinking I would go viral, but that hasn’t worked.

Worked unpaid internships, contract work, freelance work and other things.

Sent cold emails, no vacancies.

So if you think you aren’t trying hard enough, trust me you are doing everything you can. The economy just sucks asf.