IrIsHASSasIN,

Things will change and people will decide based on your new actions. But to expect them to change overnight or instantaneously is a big assumption. People will remember for now what you did recently. Give it time and you'll be in the greens. I have seen people change things around going from your position to positive in a few weeks.

I would humbly suggest not to worry about the APs as much. It isn't as critical as you might think. Post honestly and straightwardly with the least amount of crap and things should be fine. This is a harsh environment, no bones about that but it's one where you could potentially learn something new if you look carefully.