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The whole situation is just so stressful. Between keeping up with the Washington ESD requirements, job searching, interviews, and trying to stay positive, it feels like a full-time job that doesn't pay. Sometimes I wonder if I'm doing something fundamentally wrong.
That feeling is so normal. Unemployment affects your self-worth in ways that are hard to explain to people who haven't been through it. You're not doing anything wrong - the job market is just challenging right now.
Thanks for saying that. It helps to know other people understand the emotional side of this whole process.
Final thought - keep track of your small wins along the way. Got a phone interview? That's progress. Had a good networking conversation? That's progress. Applied to a job you're really excited about? Progress. The big win (job offer) is made up of lots of smaller wins.
I needed to hear this today. I've been so focused on not having a job yet that I haven't acknowledged the progress I have made. Thank you for the perspective.
You're welcome! Job searching is a marathon, not a sprint. Celebrating the small victories helps you stay motivated for the long haul.
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I made decent money but it was all in the first half of last year. Then I had a lower paying job for a few months before getting laid off. Will they use my higher earnings or more recent ones?
How do I request that? Is it something I do when I file or after?
You can request it when you file your initial claim or contact Washington ESD after filing if you think it would result in higher benefits.
Thanks everyone for all the info! This thread has been way more helpful than the Washington ESD website. I feel much better about filing my claim now.
Glad we could help! The unemployment system can be overwhelming but once you understand the basics it's much easier to navigate.
This is why I love this forum. Real people sharing real experiences instead of confusing government websites.
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Honestly, I used that Claimyr thing too when I couldn't get through to Washington ESD about my adjudication. Saved me weeks of frustration trying to reach someone. Sometimes you just need to talk to an actual person to get things moving.
I'm definitely considering it if I run into problems. The phone system is impossible.
The worst part is sitting on hold for hours just to get disconnected. At least with services like that you know you'll actually reach someone.
Bottom line - apply for benefits and let Washington ESD make the determination. You've got documentation, you tried to resolve it internally, and you had legitimate reasons for leaving. That's exactly the kind of situation the good cause exception is designed for.
Thanks everyone for all the advice. I'm going to apply tomorrow and see what happens.
Good luck! Hope it works out for you. Keep us posted on how it goes.
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For anyone else reading this thread, I'd recommend keeping track of your earnings and employment dates. Makes it easier to determine eligibility and complete the application if you ever need to file for benefits.
Great advice! I should probably start keeping better records of my employment history.
yeah pay stubs and tax documents are really helpful when filing a claim
The bottom line is that Washington state's unemployment system is designed to help workers who lose their jobs, but you do need to have worked enough to contribute to the system. Sounds like 8 months of full-time work should easily meet the requirements.
That's reassuring! Hopefully I won't need to find out, but at least I know what to expect now.
fingers crossed you wont need it but good that youre informed just in case
Austin Leonard
One last tip - make sure you're ready to start your job search requirements right away if you get approved. Washington ESD requires you to be actively looking for work and you'll need to log your job search activities.
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Justin Chang
•Good point. I already started updating my resume, so I'm ready to start applying places.
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Austin Leonard
•Perfect! That shows you're taking it seriously and ready to get back to work.
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Lauren Wood
Really hope everything works out for you OP. Being fired is stressful enough without having to worry about whether you can get unemployment benefits. Sounds like you should be fine based on what you've described.
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Justin Chang
•Thank you so much! This thread has been incredibly helpful and reassuring. I really appreciate everyone taking the time to share their experiences and advice.
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