250+ rejections

I am about to graduate from a decent semi-target uni with a likely high 2.1 and just super lost at this point. I have had over 250 rejections from grad roles, internships, off-cycles and just super unsure at this point. I have done 2 relevant summer internships in the summer of 2023 and 2024 and am likely going to take a year out doing a level of the cfa. I am probs going to continue applying to off cycles (looks bleak rn) and grad roles for 2026 when they open in august/sept. 

I'd appreciate any advice on what I should do in the mean time! 

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