Hello Reddit, throwaway for added layer of privateness.
My (34f) office is consolidating places and my present U.S. state isn’t included sooner or later mannequin. I will be receiving a letter quickly to provide my official resolution on whether or not I am keen to maneuver or not. If not, 12/31/23 will probably be my final day (presumably sooner in the event that they need to quicken the tempo).
I’ve been working at this firm for over 12 years, since earlier than I graduated school. I have been within the focused layoff group six occasions since 2016 (this new one is quantity 7), however aside from this the corporate has been superb to me – my wage is $140k in a MCOL, I’ve at all times had nice bosses and nice teammates, been in a hybrid WFH/Workplace working mannequin since 2012, nice advantages, raises and bonuses yearly, limitless paid sick time, and so on…
I’ve determined to not transfer; I do not need to uproot my household for a chance that lacks job safety (see observe about 7 layoffs skilled above). There’s a slim probability I will be supplied one of many only a few coveted full time digital positions, however I haven’t got sufficient data but on learn how to apply for that chance.
Any tips about subsequent steps?
Part of me needs to start searching for new work instantly to be rid of the uncertainty induced stress – polish my resume and LinkedIn, replace my headshot, start making use of, and so on…however there’s additionally part of me that wishes to journey out the storm to the tip, settle for my severance bundle, and take a month or two sabbatical. What would you do on this scenario?
I work within the tech business, so I’ve issues in regards to the present job market and so many questions on the hiring course of. Is all of it executed by way of recruiters now? My present job discovered me by way of a job truthful – do these nonetheless exist?
