I've not been unemployed for a long time as I found my last couple of jobs whilst still working. Some aspects of the search have changed as it's mostly online now and I expect recruiters can get loads of speculative applications. It probably still helps to have good connections.

I'd love to make a living from music, maybe teaching guitar, but it won't play the bills. Steem isn't likely to do that either for a while yet. My best hope is for an early retirement when I can afford it.