The 22-Year Job Search: Freelancing, Book Writing, and Finding Purpose Beyond the Dream Job

What do you do when your dream job hasn't appeared after 22 years? James Palmer shares his journey through long-term job searching, 4 years without interviews, and how he pivoted to freelancing and writing books.

If you're struggling with:

1. Job search taking too long
2. No responses to applications
3. Career disappointment at year's end
4. Wondering if you should give up on traditional employment

This episode offers an honest perspective and practical alternatives.

Topics discussed:

✓ Dealing with prolonged unemployment

✓ Starting a freelance career while job hunting

✓ Self-publishing during career transitions

✓ Mental health during job search struggles

✓ Building income outside traditional jobs

Perfect for job seekers ending 2025 looking for real talk and new strategies for 2026.