Some job seekers are "doomjobbing" as a way to cope with the stress of unemployment.
Stocks & Investing·May 19, 2026
'Doomjobbing' can hurt your job search, experts say: Why it happens and how to avoid it
Some job seekers are "doomjobbing" as a way to cope with the stress of unemployment.
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- Some job seekers are "doomjobbing" as a way to cope with the stress of unemployment.
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