Jennifer Gittelman faces prolonged unemployment after a mass layoff in healthcare administration.Despite extensive job applications, Gittelman struggles with lack of responses and feedback.Gittelman has one regret which she believes may be impacting her ability to get a jobThis as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Jennifer Gittelman, 44, from Philadelphia. It's been edited for length and clarity.After a 20-year career in healthcare administration, I was part of a mass layoff in April. It sucked, but I remember thinking it would be OK. I figured if I started applying to jobs on July 1, there was no way I'd still be unemployed by the time my unemployment benefits ran out in October. I was wrong.Here we are in December, and I've hardly done anything since July but apply for jobs all day, every day. As the weeks go by, it's been getting scarier and scarier.My unemployment benefits ran out, and I'm pinching pennies to hold onto my savings. If I didn't have my 78-year-old mom to take care of, I think I'd just give up. But I can't and won't.I've been in healthcare administration for pretty much my entire careerI worked at a Medicare DME supply company for 15 years before resigning in 2019 to relocate from Florida to Philadelphia. I take care of my mom, and I wanted to move her closer to our extended family.I quickly landed a new role in medical staffing as a traveler support specialist. Six months later, the pandemic hit, and by November 2021, my entire branch was dissolved, and I was laid off. After an intense two months of job hunting, which I thought was forever at the time, I landed a job at a medical staffing company as a compliance and credentialing specialist.I worked steadily there until April, when I was part of a mass layoff. Luckily, I was given a severance package and unemployment benefits through October, which helped cushion the blow.I decided to rest for the next two months before applying for jobs in July. I haven't received any offers, and it's been a scary, disheartening time.I've applied to countless jobsNearly all of my time, other than cleaning, grocery shopping, and volunteering for a nonprofit, is spent applying for jobs. I've searched through what feels like every job board possible: Indeed, GlassDoor, LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter, and more obscure ones like PowerMyCareer, Monster, and PSG.I've tried all the free job search memberships and even some paid ones. I've applied to more jobs than I can count and nothing has seemed to work.It's frustrating because I feel like my rsum is pretty decent. In 20 years, I've only had three jobs, all in the same industry, and I have references from each place. I even have a letter of recommendation from a director at my last job.I feel like employers have been unprofessionalFor most applications, I'm not even getting a response from a human, let alone an opportunity for an interview. Typically, it's just an automated response saying the company is moving forward with someone else. There's no feedback, just rejection. It's insane.I've had some interviews and a few that I thought went really well we spoke for an hour, the employer asked lots of questions, we discussed pay, and they even told me I was moving on to the next round.Then, I'd write them an hour later, thanking them for the interview, and I'd never hear back. The one time I got a written rejection from a person, I asked if it would be possible to provide some feedback as to why I was not chosen. I didn't get a response.I don't get excited about interviews anymore because who knows what could happen.I have one regret that might be making it harder to land a jobI didn't finish college, and that's the one thing I regret. I've thought about going back a lot over the years but I couldn't justify accumulating all those student loans when I was already making a solid salary.Now I feel like maybe I should've gone back to school because, in today's competitive job market, it helps a lot to have a degree.I feel like I'm in this gray area of being overqualified for regular customer service positions, but because I don't have a degree, I'm underqualified for higher positions, even though I'm technically qualified to do them.If I get a job offer, I'm taking itI'm getting more scared as the weeks go by. Before my unemployment benefits ran out, I'd go out and buy a coffee from time to time. Now I won't even grab something at a WaWa. I want to save every penny I can.At this point, I'm not in a position to turn down any job. It took me forever to save the money I have, and at 44, I don't want to spend my entire savings being unemployed.I always try to make Christmas really nice for my mom because, at her age, who knows when it's going to be her last. This year I told her I was sorry because I couldn't do that, and she was like "Are you crazy? Do you think I care about presents at this age?" I know she doesn't care, but I can't help but feel bad.Sometimes, I think, "What if I didn't have my mom to take care of?" Maybe I would just give up, lay in bed, and become homeless. Having someone who depends on me makes it so I can't give up.This time has been disheartening, but I won't give up.If you've struggled to find a job since a layoff and would like to share your story, please email Tess Martinelli at tmartinelli@businessinsider.com.

Save this picture! Woods Bagot | Six Senses ResidencesAs the global population continues to rise, dense cities face mounting challenges in catering to the needs of billions of people living and working in urban areas. Architects have long explored the skyscraper typology as a solution to these challenges, integrating commercial spaces and public amenities within residential buildings to create all-inclusive experiences for tenants. Over the years, skyscrapers have evolved into multifaceted vertical communities that aim to address the complexities of urban living.Every year, the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) ranks the tallest buildings worldwide, encompassing completed projects, those under construction, and proposed developments. In this updated 2024 article, ArchDaily presents a list of the 25 tallest buildings currently under construction, along with their expected completion dates. These skyscrapers showcase the latest innovations in architecture, engineering, and urban planning.Despite their potential to address urban challenges, skyscrapers remain a topic of contention. Governments worldwide have begun introducing regulations against their construction, citing concerns over environmental impact, urban aesthetics, and mental health implications for pedestrians. Nevertheless, the global appetite for vertical living and working spaces continues to fuel the rise of skyscrapers. Related Article The 25 Tallest Buildings in the World Read on to discover the 25 tallest buildings under construction in 2024 and how they are shaping the skylines of tomorrow.25.Guangdong Business CenterSave this picture!Location: Guangzhou, ChinaHeight: 376 m / 1,232 ftFloors: 60Architects: Skidmore, Owings & MerrillBuilding Function: OfficeStart of Construction: 2019Expected Completion:24. Tokyo TorchSave this picture!Location: Tokyo, JapanHeight: Floors: 63Architects: Mitsubishi Jisho Sekkei IncBuilding Function: Start of Construction: Expected Completion: 23. Haiyun Plaza Tower 1Save this picture!Location: Rizhao, ChinaHeight: 390 m / 1,280 ftFloors: 86Architects: NABuilding Function: Hotel / OfficeStart of Construction: 2019Expected Completion: 202622. China Merchants Bank Global Headquarters Main TowerSave this picture!Location: Shenzhen, ChinaHeight: 393 m / 1,289 ftFloors: 77Architects: Foster + PartnersBuilding Function: OfficeStart of Construction: 2021Expected Completion: 202521. Shenzhen Bay Super Headquarters Base Tower C-1Save this picture!Location: Shenzhen, ChinaHeight: 394 m / 1,293 ftFloors: 78Architects: Zaha Hadid ArchitectsBuilding Function: Hotel / Office Start of Construction: 2021Expected Completion:20. Shenzhen Bay Super Headquarters Base Tower BSave this picture!Location: Shenzhen, ChinaHeight: 394 m / 1,294 ftFloors: 81Architects: Pelli Clarke & PartnersBuilding Function: Office Start of Construction: 2024Expected Completion:19. China Merchants Group West HeadquartersSave this picture!Location: Chengdu, ChinaHeight: 396 m / 1,299 ftFloors: 82Architects:NABuilding Function:OfficeStart of Construction:2021Expected Completion:18. Great River CenterSave this picture!Location: Wuhan, ChinaHeight: 400 m / 1,312 ftFloors: 82Architects: Kohn Pedersen Fox AssociatesBuilding Function: OfficeStart of Construction: 2020Expected Completion:17. Luohu Financial Innovation PlazaSave this picture!Location: Shenzhen, ChinaHeight: 407 m / 1,335 ftFloors: 83Architects: Woods BagotBuilding Function: Hotel / Residential Start of Construction: 2020Expected Completion:16. Nanjing Financial City Phase II Plot C Tower 1Save this picture!Location: Nanjing, ChinaHeight: 417 m / 1,367 ftFloors: 88Architects: ArupBuilding Function: Hotel / OfficeStart of Construction: 2016Expected Completion: 202615. Tour FSave this picture!Location: Abidjan, Cte d'IvoireHeight: 421 m / 1,381 ftFloors: 75Architects: Pierre FakhouryBuilding Function:OfficeStart of Construction: 2019Expected Completion: 202614. JPMorgan Chase World Headquarters Save this picture!Location: New York City, United StatesHeight: 423 m / 1,388 ftFloors: 60Architects: Foster + Partners; Severud Associates Consulting EngineersBuilding Function: OfficeStart of Construction: 2018Expected Completion: 202513. Greenland Shandong International Financial CenterSave this picture!Location: Jinan, ChinaHeight: 428 m / 1,404 ftFloors: 88Architects: Skidmore, Owings & MerrillBuilding Function: Hotel / SOHO / OfficeStart of Construction: 2017Expected Completion: 202412. Haikou Tower 1Save this picture!Location: Haikou, ChinaHeight: 428 m / 1,404 ftFloors: 94Architects: ArupBuilding Function: Hotel / Office / ResidentialStart of Construction: 2015Expected Completion: 202711. China Resources Land Center Tower 1Save this picture!Location: Dongguan, ChinaHeight: 450 m / 1,476 ftFloors: 94Architects: Kohn Pedersen Fox AssociatesBuilding Function: Office / HotelStart of Construction: 2021Expected Completion: 202710. International Land-Sea CenterSave this picture!Location: Chongqing, ChinaHeight: 458 m / 1,503 ftFloors: 98Architects: Kohn Pedersen Fox AssociatesBuilding Function: Hotel / OfficeStart of Construction: 2007Expected Completion: 20259. Suzhou CSC Fortune CenterSave this picture!Location: Suzhou, ChinaHeight: 460 m / 1,509 ftFloors: 100Architects: Skidmore, Owings & MerrillBuilding Function: Residential / OfficeStart of Construction: 2022Expected Completion: 20288. Wuhan CTF Finance CenterSave this picture!Location: Wuhan, ChinaHeight: 475 m / 1,558 ftFloors: 84Architects: Ronald Lu & PartnersBuilding Function: OfficeStart of Construction: 2012Expected Completion: 20297. Torre RiseSave this picture!Location: Monterrey, MexicoHeight: 475 m / 1,559 ftFloors: 88Architects: Pozas ArquitectosBuilding Function: Office / Residential / Office / HotelStart of Construction: 2020Expected Completion: 20266. North Bund TowerSave this picture!Location: ShanghaiHeight: 480 m / 1,575 ftFloors: 97Architects: Kohn Pedersen Fox AssociatesBuilding Function: Observation / Serviced Apartments / Hotel / OfficeStart of Construction: 2020Expected Completion: 20305. Rizhao CenterSave this picture!Location: Rizhao, ChinaHeight: 485 m / 1,591 ftFloors: 94Architects: Beijing Tsinghua Tongheng Planning & Design Institute Co.LtdBuilding Function: Residential / Hotel / OfficeStart of Construction: 2019Expected Completion: 20284. Tianfu CenterSave this picture!Location: Chengdu, ChinaHeight: 489 m / 1,604 ftFloors: 95Architects: Kohn Pedersen Fox AssociatesBuilding Function: Office / ExhibitionStart of Construction: 2019Expected Completion: 20273. China International Silk Road CenterSave this picture!Location: Xi'an, ChinaHeight: 498m / 1,634ftFloors: 101Architects:Skidmore, Owings & MerrillBuilding Function:Hotel / OfficeStart of Construction:2019Expected Completion: NA2. Six Senses ResidencesSave this picture!Location: Dubai, UAEHeight: 517 m / 1,696 ftFloors: 125Architects: Woods BagotBuilding Function: ResidentialStart of Construction: 2024Expected Completion: 20281. Burj Binghatti Jacob & Co ResidencesSave this picture!Location: Dubai, UAEHeight: 595 m / 1,952 ftFloors: 105Architects: NABuilding Function: Residential Start of Construction: 2022Expected Completion: 2026Editor's Note: This article was originally published on April 18th, 2022 and was updated on December 30th, 2024.

From Concrete to Green Canopies: Revitalizing Cities Through Natural DesignPresented by:Save this picture!Rocafort Garden Square / 08014 arquitectura. Image Pol ViladomsThe journey toward renaturalizing urban spaces is an ongoing effort that began as early as the 1970s and continues to shape cities worldwide today. From transforming highways into vibrant parks to restoring waterways and integrating nature into urban planning, these projects reflect a shared commitment to sustainability, livability, and resilience. In Portland, the 1978 creation of Tom McCall Waterfront Park set a pioneering example by replacing a highway with green spaces. Decades later, Boston followed with the Rose Kennedy Greenway, reclaiming land from the elevated Central Artery.Across the globe, Seoul's Cheonggye Stream restoration and Barcelona's pedestrian-focused Green Axes initiative illustrate how cities can revitalize public spaces and enhance their ecological footprint. In Europe, Paris and Berlin are leading waterway revitalization projects, while Kongjian Yu's sponge city concept offers a model for addressing climate challenges through natural design. Together, these efforts demonstrate the power of rethinking urban landscapes to harmonize cities with nature and create a sustainable future.Read on to explore six articles showcasing urban transformations that integrate nature into the urban fabric across cities worldwide. Related Article Lessons from Roberto Burle Marx: Designing Resilient and Evolving Urban Landscapes Urban Waterways Reborn: European Cities Leading the Charge in River Restoration and RevitalizationSave this picture!European cities like London and Berlin are leading urban waterway revitalization to enhance environmental quality and urban livability. Paris is restoring the Seine to become swimmable, and In London, the "Thames Tideway Project" is on a mission to reconnect the city with the River. Meanwhile, Berlin's Flussbad project reimagines a segment of the Spree Canal as a swimmable urban oasis, promoting community engagement and sustainability. These initiatives represent a broader trend of reclaiming natural spaces in cities to foster ecological and social benefits.Urban Landscape as an Art of Survival: An Interview with Kongjian Yu, the Advocate of the Sponge Cities ConceptSave this picture!Kongjian Yu's sponge city concept offers a unique approach to urban water management, integrating natural landscapes like wetlands and green roofs to absorb and reuse rainwater. Implemented across China, this model has helped mitigate flooding and has been recognized internationally. Kongjian Yu defines urban design as harmony between cities and nature, addressing climate challenges through sustainable and ecological planning.Re-Naturalization of Urban Waterways: The Case Study of Cheonggye Stream in Seoul, South KoreaSave this picture!Seoul's Cheonggyecheon Stream restoration demonstrates the transformative potential of uncovering urban waterways. Once covered by a highway, the stream was revitalized in 2005, creating a linear park that improved biodiversity, air quality, and public space. The project has significantly enhanced social and economic vitality, drawing tourists, increasing property values, and inspiring similar efforts globally. It showcases how natural elements can redefine urban ecosystems for sustainability and livability.Towards the Renaturalization of Urban Spaces: How 08014 Arquitectura's Projects Are Reclaiming Barcelona's StreetsSave this picture!Barcelona is transforming its urban fabric by prioritizing pedestrian-friendly and green spaces, with 08014 Arquitectura leading key projects. The Plaza-Jardn Rocafort and Paseo Comte d'gara illustrate how vehicular zones are being re-naturalized to enhance accessibility, safety, and community interaction. These efforts align with broader city programs like Green Axes and Superblocks, which aim to reduce traffic and integrate nature into urban environments, creating a more sustainable and livable city.The Rose Kennedy Greenway: How Boston Unpaved its Way to a Greener City CenterSave this picture!The Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway in Boston exemplifies urban transformation by converting former highway land into vibrant public spaces. Initiated in 1991 as part of the "Big Dig" project, the endeavor replaced the elevated Central Artery with a linear park that opened in 2008. This greenway reconnects neighborhoods like Chinatown, the Financial District, and the North End, fostering community engagement and environmental sustainability. It features organically maintained gardens, promenades, and art installations, serving as a model for urban renewal and the integration of natural elements into cityscapes.Transforming Portland: How a Demolished Highway Became a Pioneering Waterfront ParkSave this picture!Portland's transformation of its waterfront exemplifies innovative urban renewal by replacing Harbor Drive, an obsolete highway, with Tom McCall Waterfront Park. Completed in 1978, this 30-acre park reconnected downtown to the Willamette River, offering walking paths, open lawns, and river access. The project marked a significant shift from car-centric infrastructure to prioritizing public green spaces, enhancing urban livability and setting a precedent for similar initiatives worldwide.This article is part of the ArchDaily Topics: Year in Review, presented by Gira.Minimalism with character and clear shapes reduced to the essentials. The Gira design lines are suitable for a variety of furnishing styles, in different colours and materials. With the introduction of the Gira E2 light grey recycled material, Gira is setting a strong example for sustainability and innovation in switch design.Every month we explore a topic in-depth through articles, interviews, news, and architecture projects. We invite you to learn more about our ArchDaily Topics. And, as always, at ArchDaily we welcome the contributions of our readers; if you want to submit an article or project, contact us.Image gallerySee allShow lessAbout this authorMoises CarrascoAuthorCite: Moises Carrasco. "From Concrete to Green Canopies: Revitalizing Cities Through Natural Design" 02 Jan 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1024248/from-concrete-to-green-canopies-revitalizing-cities-through-natural-design&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream

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