[Bleeding Red]

Apologies for bumping an old thread, but frustration is starting to settle in and I could use some insight/advice, and this is the thread for it.

Quick background - I have been in and out of work for the last 5 years. A few 6-12 month contracts here and there. Over that time I have edited my resume (I have 4 different ones highlighting different skills), seen a career coach, seen employment specialists, had practice interviews with HR specialists, etc.

My wife and I have even tried switching my wardrobe up, thinking that a suit and tie may be too stuffy for 21st century offices. I have had interviews where I am dressed to the nines and the interviewer is in jeans and a t-shirt. Tie / no tie - thoughts?

I am getting interviews - mostly by phone, but 2 in-person before the holidays and 1 just this week. No second interviews though.

My last experience was the oddest. A job had been posted for over a month. I finally decided to apply on Monday. I was asked to interview on Wednesday. I thought it went well and was told I would hear back next week. Got an email today (Friday) thanks, but no thanks.

I am trying to figure out what the issues are. I have experience. I have an industry designation.

Has anyone gone back to the interviewer and asked "why not?" or "any advice?" Any attempt at communication after the interview was met with silence.

Thanks.