Anyone out there is on the journey to financial freedom but can't progress since jobs are hard to find these days?

Take one step at a time. keep expenses low, secure a job first.

i too graduated during a previous crisis, took a low salary job and carry on from there, slowly build my savings, insurances and now retirement fund. it will be slower than others, but don't give up.

i mean low salary as in really low for a degree holder. not like some guru say he from humble background but starting salary is a few thousands. even some restaurant chain's waiters got more than i did.

look for job opportunities not only locally, but also overseas. you may be surprised.

hope it helps.