Tired of multiple rounds in multiple interviews - don't underestimate the perserverance factor

Here is [story](https://www.reddit.com/r/interviews/comments/1rt5dx4/finally_landed_a_role_after_being_laid_off_last/) Polished in AI below but it reflects my feeling I’m seeing a lot of talented people feeling tired, frustrated, and close to giving up—especially with multiple interview rounds, panel interviews, and at times, complete silence. While it’s exhausting, I’ve started to look at it from a different perspective. Whether intentional or not, the current hiring process often feels like an unspoken test of perseverance—something that is, in itself, a requirement for the job. How you show up matters. If you come across as fresh, composed, and positive—even after a long process—it reflects on the other side more than you think. And it truly does make a difference. I know the timeline is different for everyone. For some it may take a day, for others a year. But one mindset shift that helped me was this: treat the job search like a job itself. Companies have a large pool of candidates to choose from. If you’re visibly drained or disengaged, it becomes harder to stand out. Instead, approach each step as a new opportunity—reset, refocus, and show up at your best. Keep improving, keep refining your approach. Over time, something will land. P.S I am 51