Can you share some job search San Francisco horror stories?

One common horror story is high competition. There are so many people applying for the same jobs, it's like a never - ending battle. You can have all the right qualifications but still not get the job just because there are others with more experience or a better network.

There are stories of homeless individuals breaking into abandoned buildings in San Francisco. For example, an old factory was invaded by some homeless people. They caused damage to the property, and there were also reports of small fires being started accidentally, which put nearby residents at risk. Moreover, the smell and unsanitary conditions they left behind were really horrible.

Sure. One of my job search horror stories was when I applied for a job that seemed perfect. I had all the qualifications and aced the first two interviews. But then, for the final interview, they made me wait for over two hours in a cold, uncomfortable waiting room with no explanation. It was so disrespectful and made me feel like they didn't value my time at all.

One horror story is about a late - night encounter. A person was walking down Market Street when they heard strange whispers. As they turned around, they saw a shadowy figure disappear into an alley. They felt a chill run down their spine and ran all the way home.

There are landlords who suddenly increase the rent by a huge amount without proper notice. For example, a tenant might be paying a reasonable amount one month, and then the next month the landlord demands double the rent with no valid reason like improvements to the property. This leaves the tenant in a difficult situation, either having to pay an unaffordable amount or look for a new place to live in a hurry.

One story is about the old abandoned building on the corner. People say at night, they can see a shadowy figure in the window. It's believed to be the spirit of an old immigrant who died there alone.

Well, there's this person who had been searching for a job in the marketing field. She attended various industry events and workshops, which not only increased her knowledge but also helped her make connections. She custom - made her resume for each application, emphasizing her unique skills for that particular job. Eventually, she got hired by a well - known marketing agency. Her success came from her proactive approach and attention to detail in the job search process.

There was a man who applied for a job as a librarian. When he walked into the library for the interview, he tripped over a stack of books that had been left on the floor. Instead of getting flustered, he started joking about how the books were trying to stop him from getting the job. The librarian in charge of the interview was charmed by his sense of humor and offered him the position. Also, a job seeker went to an interview at a tech startup. He showed up wearing a really old - fashioned suit that was way out of style for the casual startup environment. Everyone had a good laugh about it, and he ended up getting the job because they liked his confidence.

There was a person who wanted to work in the tech industry. She started by building her own projects to showcase her skills. She then attended many job fairs and handed out her resume. One company was impressed by her self - initiative and hands - on experience from her projects. They invited her for an interview and she aced it, getting hired on the spot.

Well, my friend was applying for a job at a tech startup. He thought the interview was via video call and was sitting at home in his pajamas. But suddenly there was a knock on the door and it was the interviewers who decided to do an in - person interview instead. He had to quickly put on a blazer over his pajamas and pretend like everything was normal. It was hilarious how he tried to act professional while secretly being in his PJs.