Similar events here. Laid off in 2010 as a result of the recession. Went to visit some family for a few days, got another job that was better. Then that led to an even better opportunity 7 years ago where I can work from home, make more money than I ever would have originally at that place, and have unlimited PTO so I can be involved with the kids' activities at school. The job I have now is one I had no idea existed so goes to show you just don't know what's out there.
Losing my job mid July…advice?
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Similar events here. Laid off in 2010 as a result of the recession. Went to visit some family for a few days, got another job that was better. Then that led to an even better opportunity 7 years ago where I can work from home, make more money than I ever would have originally at that place, and have unlimited PTO so I can be involved with the kids' activities at school. The job I have now is one I had no idea existed so goes to show you just don't know what's out there.
Take care of yourself, get help. When I was laid off (granted there were other factors at play like a newborn) I didn't realize how stressed and anxiety filled I was.
I was going to say "Start Your Own Non-Profit".
Even if it doesn't pan out, you will have more credentials for your resumé and you will show prospective employers concrete proof that you know how to problem solve.
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I've been in your shoes twice since the pandemic started. A lot of good advice here. #1 is take care of yourself mentally and physically. This will probably test you more than anything else has in your life. This is a great opportunity for you to pick where you want to be. You can be picky about where you apply, no need to complete 100 applications a week. Use the time to do your homework on the company you may be applying to and make sure they are a good fit for you. It's probably going to take some time (6-9 months) to find your next career, but in the end, this journey will change the way you think about work/career and may prioritize things in your life differently than they were before. Good luck. You've got this!
Having gone through this, here is my advice.
1. Dont burn any bridges.
2. Think about what would you like to do; try something different if you think you would like it.
3. When you get a new job, if it turns out it isn't for you then start your search again but at least this time you have an income coming in so it lessens that stress.
1. Dont burn any bridges.
2. Think about what would you like to do; try something different if you think you would like it.
3. When you get a new job, if it turns out it isn't for you then start your search again but at least this time you have an income coming in so it lessens that stress.
I was laid off 5 years ago in what I thought was my dream job. I was distraught for months.
Now I'm in a job that I love and further a long in my career than I ever could have been in my old company.
Sometimes it ends up being a blessing in disguise.
Get out there and apply to as many jobs as possible while you're still employed.
(much easier to find a job while you're employed rather than unemployed. Plus going down to the Iowa Workforce Development in DSM sucks)
Now I'm in a job that I love and further a long in my career than I ever could have been in my old company.
Sometimes it ends up being a blessing in disguise.
Get out there and apply to as many jobs as possible while you're still employed.
(much easier to find a job while you're employed rather than unemployed. Plus going down to the Iowa Workforce Development in DSM sucks)
I was laid off just over a year ago, I did have the benefit of a 9 month severance with pay and benefits. Took a full month off without even thinking about a job, spent time with my kids, kept a regular daily schedule, worked out often.
Once I was ready to seek employment again, LinkedIn and Indeed were most helpful resources. Set a goal to apply for 5 jobs each day, was pretty easy to do through those sources.
My kids are both in high school now, so the time off to focus on them, combined with getting a market correction in pay with a new company makes it definitely a blessing in disguise.
Once I was ready to seek employment again, LinkedIn and Indeed were most helpful resources. Set a goal to apply for 5 jobs each day, was pretty easy to do through those sources.
My kids are both in high school now, so the time off to focus on them, combined with getting a market correction in pay with a new company makes it definitely a blessing in disguise.
Just got this in my mailbox:
www.corridorcareers.com
Including, but not limited to:
Cedar Rapids
Human Services & Non-Profit
Posted Yesterday
Cedar Rapids
Human Services & Non-Profit
https://www.corridorcareers.com/jobs/fundraising/85453-director-of-philanthropy
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Including, but not limited to:
Admissions Advisor New
Kirkwood Community CollegeCedar Rapids
Human Services & Non-Profit
Posted Yesterday
Test Center Supervisor New
Kirkwood Community CollegeCedar Rapids
Human Services & Non-Profit
https://www.corridorcareers.com/jobs/fundraising/85453-director-of-philanthropy
I have to know...what kind of job has 1,300 applicants?
Went out to lunch and my wife told me she was pregnant with our first kid. Came back and the furlough letter from research job was on my chair. Best and worst day EVER! Looked for 8 1/2 months endless interviews and I got 2 job offers the Friday before he was born. Been here 22 years best thing that ever happened to me. I was 12 hours away from becoming a full time construction painter . Things look darkest right before the dawn. Good luck!
Tech jobs. So many tech companies are laying people off right now.
I went through this is 2021-2022.. If you treat finding a new job like a job, you'll be employed quicker than you think, as long as you are willing to be flexible.. Usually those that are "stuck in their ways" or not willing to pivot or adapt to a new challenge are the ones who cannot find jobs.
I thought I loved my last job, but this new one is 10x better and has given me a pay raise, promotion, and responsibility that I was years away from at my prior job.
I thought I loved my last job, but this new one is 10x better and has given me a pay raise, promotion, and responsibility that I was years away from at my prior job.
CycloneErik
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I just read a nice academic listing that concluded with "This is a test listing. Position has previously advertisted and closed. Please do not apply."
Unfortunately, this is very common across the board right now.
If you need a thrill, look for remote jobs and see how many times Danfoss has spammed those boards with their production jobs.
Unfortunately, this is very common across the board right now.
If you need a thrill, look for remote jobs and see how many times Danfoss has spammed those boards with their production jobs.
CycloneErik
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It happens a lot. Most don't include that line, but there are a huge # of advertised jobs that aren't real at all right now.
I'm guessing it's some sort of requirement that it is posted for a certain amount of time
I agree, a lot of good advice here. I've been through this cycle several times. My best tips:
1) Network, network, network. Many, if not most people, find their next job through contacts--former co-workers, family, friends, etc.
2) Keep a normal schedule. Treat your job search as a job. Set goals for the number of contacts you want to make in a day, number of resumes/applications completed per day, etc.
3) If you're thinking about a move to a new field, there hasn't been a better time than right now. The job market is still incredibly strong.
4) Be flexible regarding title, location, (if you can) etc.
1) Network, network, network. Many, if not most people, find their next job through contacts--former co-workers, family, friends, etc.
2) Keep a normal schedule. Treat your job search as a job. Set goals for the number of contacts you want to make in a day, number of resumes/applications completed per day, etc.
3) If you're thinking about a move to a new field, there hasn't been a better time than right now. The job market is still incredibly strong.
4) Be flexible regarding title, location, (if you can) etc.
