FT Recruiting - In a dark place

Hey guys,the IB that I summer interned at is not taking on full time so I started the FT recruitment process a few months back for IB. Problem is that this FT cycle was absolutely brutal. I got an interview at a top boutique and superday at MM. but doesn't look like its going to work out.Currently sitting at no offers and FT recruitment is practically done. Now that CS bros are also looking to get out it seems there aren't any seats left; feeling real anxiety and not sure what to do.For background I'm graduating this fall with a 3.8 GPA from non target type school, IB experience, and PE gig. Not too worried about paying the bills right now but very worried about my career.Could really use some advice; I'm feeling pretty lost. WSObros gave me some good guidance in the past; I think I just need some clarity and motivation. I want to make it to IB and in finance. I'm too hungry to give up now. I strongly believe in myself and my willingness to succeed.Ive been networking and lots of no's and running out of people to talk too. any help would work

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