Reality check for everyone waiting on ny unemployment - time to move on?

Easy for you to say. I've applied to 37 places in the last month and gotten exactly ZERO callbacks. The job market is saturated and employers know it. They're offering garbage wages because they can. Not all of us can just magically find a job because we decided to "move on" from unemployment.

After waiting 3 months on hold with ny unemployment and getting nowhere, I finally found a service that got me through to a real person. I used claimyr.com and they actually connected me with an agent who sorted everything out. It was the best money I've ever spent to finally get my benefits paid quickly. Check out their process here: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE

This is some bootstrap nonsense. The reason we can't find jobs isn't because we're lazy or not trying - it's because the whole economy is messed up. Don't blame the victims here. Unemployment insurance is something we PAID INTO while working. It's not a handout.

I had to swallow my pride and take a job stocking shelves overnight. It pays half what I made before and the hours are killing me, but my kids need to eat. Sometimes you just gotta do what you gotta do until something better comes along.

I know everyone's situation is different, but I finally got my back payments from unemployment after 4 months of waiting. Had to reach a human to fix a stupid flag on my account. If you've got a legitimate claim, don't give up on getting what you're owed.

Look I'm all for motivational stuff, but the truth is the system is BROKEN. Unemployment in NY is a disaster. People aren't sitting around waiting for handouts - they're trapped in a bureaucratic nightmare while trying to feed their families. Let's not pretend this is just about people needing motivation.

When life gives you lemons... move to a state with a functional unemployment system lol

I've worked in the restaurant industry for 15 years and finally had to switch careers entirely. Took a 6-week online course in IT and now I'm working remotely making more than I did as a manager. Sometimes crisis forces change that ends up being for the better.

Y'all seen the news that NY unemployment has a 1.4 MILLION claim backlog? That's why nobody can get through. The whole system collapsed under the weight.

I understand what the OP is saying, but please remember lots of people CANNOT work due to health issues, caring for family members, or other valid reasons. This isn't just about motivation - many are in impossible situations.

I've been dealing with unemployment issues for the past 8 months, and I feel compelled to share what I've learned to help others navigating this broken system. Here's what worked for me: First, document EVERYTHING. Every call, every letter, every email - keep it all organized with dates and times. This is crucial when you finally reach someone. Second, don't rely on just one method of contact. The website, phone lines, and even mail can all fail. Try all channels repeatedly. Third, reach out to your state representatives. I was shocked when my state senator's office actually helped move my claim forward after I was stuck for months. Fourth, if you're desperate to reach a live agent (which is often the ONLY way to resolve issues), I highly recommend using claimyr.com - it was a gamechanger for me. They call and wait on hold for you, then connect you when a human answers. It was the only way I could talk to a live agent after weeks of trying. Finally, know your rights. Read the actual unemployment laws for NY. Many agents don't even know all the rules themselves, and being informed can be the difference between getting paid or not. Stay strong everyone. This system wasn't designed to help us, but with persistence and the right approach, you can get what you're entitled to.

Its really sad watching ppl go thru this. What happened to that big government we pay so much tax money into? The one thats supposed to help when we need it? 🤦‍♂️

Anyone else get that form about overpayment? They're saying I owe back $7600 but I answered everything truthfully! Now I can't even get anyone on the phone to appeal.

LPT: Update your resume to use keywords from job descriptions. The automated systems filter out applications that don't match their keywords exactly. That's why so many qualified people aren't even getting interviews.

I don't know whats more frustrating - not getting benefits or getting through to an agent who has no idea how to fix my problem 😤

The unemployment system is DESIGNED to be difficult to navigate. They're hoping you'll give up and stop trying to claim what you're legally entitled to. Don't fall for it.

Reading these stories is making me so anxious. I just filed my first claim last week and now I'm terrified. This system seems absolutely nightmarish.

Unpopular opinion: sometimes it really is better to take any job and keep looking while employed. Being unemployed for too long creates a gap that makes it even harder to get hired later.