Happy And Succeeding In The Future Of Work
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Google Layoffs Show You Must Look Out For Yourself
You need to accept the fact that no one is going to save you. You are on your own. Your company is looking after its own interests, and you must do the same. Think of what’s best for you and take actions that benefit your career. Bosses want to keep you around because it’s too difficult to recruit, onboard and train new talent. Meanwhile, you don’t want to flatline in your job. If there is no path forward, it’s time to look for new opportunities. The longer you remain at a firm without learning new skills or advancing, you fall behind your competition. Often, the only way to earn more money and learn new skills is by moving on to another opportunity.
Layoffs Are Harming The Mental Health Of Workers, Making Them Feel Vulnerable And Disposable
The impact of layoffs enacted on a nearly daily basis will have a long-term, detrimental impact on workers’ mental health and emotional well-being, according to the American Psychological Association. Downsizing can lead to elevated stress, anxiety and an increase in low self-esteem, due to the stigma of being out of work and losing your daily routine and identity. There are financial concerns, as Bloomberg reported white-collar professionals earning $100k or more are increasingly living paycheck to paycheck.
If You Say These Things In An Interview, You Won’t Get The Job Offer
Traditional career advice generally focuses on what a candidate should say in an interview, but often leaves out what landmines and behaviors to avoid. To make a great first impression, there are certain taboos a job seeker should refrain from mentioning in their initial meeting with a prospective employer. Interviewers want candidates interested in the company and the job they applied for. As thousands of people have been laid off recently, hiring managers get that job hunters will shotgun their résumés everywhere to get a foot in the door. They may not care about the organization, its mission, corporate culture and products and services, but just want a job.
Zoom CEO Takes A Pay Cut After Laying Off 1,300 Employees And Sends Stock Price Soaring—Earning Him More Money
Zoom, the online video platform that rose to prominence during the pandemic, is experiencing a slowdown from its previous glory days. Zoom announced on Tuesday that it would downsize around 1,300 employees, representing about 15% of its staff, according to a company blog post.
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If Companies Follow The Lead Of Elon Musk And Mark Zuckerberg, Middle Managers Are The Next Layoff Victims
Middle managers are the next target in corporate layoffs. In an earnings call, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg pointed out the proliferation of managers within the organization, claiming it creates unnecessary bloat and spiraling costs. According to reporting by the Verge, Meta is making 2023 the “year of efficiency,” which is a socially acceptable term for getting rid of highly paid managers that have built up large fiefdoms without adding value.
How To Tell If You Self-Sabotaged Your Interview
If you don’t treat your job search like it’s your new job and a top priority, you’ll be less competitive. There is no excuse to enter an interview unprepared when you’re in between roles. I’ve seen many intelligent, experienced job seekers act as if they’re entitled to getting the job offer just because they have 20-plus years of experience and think they’re the best, most qualified candidate. Arrogantly winging the interview without preparation or a strategy will lead to failure.
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Jack Kelly is the CEO, founder, and executive recruiter at one of the oldest and largest global search firms in his area of expertise. He has personally placed thousands of professionals with top-tier companies over the last 20-plus years. Jack is passionate about advocating for job seekers. In doing so, he founded a start-up company, WeCruitr, at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic. The mission of WeCruitr is to help people in need and make the job search more humane and enjoyable. As a proponent of career growth, Jack shares his insider interviewing tips and career advancement secrets as a Senior Contributor for Forbes. He also covers timely topics related to corporations, high-profile people, Wall Street, politics and other important matters. The pieces offer insight into the news and how it may impact your career. Jack is the author of Happy and Succeeding in Your Job Search, as well as the host of Happy And Succeeding In The Future Of Work and cohost of the Blind Ambition podcast.