It took me months to find a job after uni and when I did they rescinded my offer because they had layoffs. Idk if it’s worse getting laid off or not even having a day on the job 😭 either way they should both be illegal, there were people working at the company for decades that got laid off. Since then I still haven’t gotten another job
I'm really sorry to hear about your experience. 😭 That sounds really tough. It's unfair when job offers get taken back, especially after searching for so long. It's hard to say what's worse, not even getting a chance to start or losing a job after starting. Hang in there, and I hope things turn around for you soon. Keep searching, and I hope you find something great! 🤞💜😊
400 resumes submitted to companies, 14 interviews, 16 months and STILL looking. Thank goodness for social assistance to keep my head just barely above water... 🤬 Oh, and I am a 32 years IT Support Specialist and Team Lead!
51 year old fart here. Laid off Sept 2023. I'm also tech and systems support. Good thing I'm single and living a frugal lifestyle. I lost count of the number of resumes I have submitted. I have had very few interviews. I'm giving myself a few more months in this industry. I don't think I will ever be hired again.
Learn to weld or swing a hammer guys. I’m a garage carpenter and welder. Use my garage as a shop zero bills worked for myself that way for years. I make good money and it’s all on my own schedule. The world needs more blue collar
I'm also a Gen-Xer and I would have to disagree with the Gen-X Microsoft Career Coach. 1-3 years at startups does not make a candidate a "job hopper". 1 year at a startup = 5 years at a regular job because you learn so much. Also, she's not thinking of how much pay you lose when you stay at a job that long. They only give you like 3% raises typically.
All the points that you made are so true. In a startup, we are wearing so many different hats and working all hours of the day! I'm disappointed that most HRs don't look past the job title. 😭 Thank you for sharing your opinion and watching the video! 💜✨😊
Given that you were laid off, how are you implicated as a job hopper? They can’t have the freedom to axe workers on a dime and then lecture you for getting unemployed.
@@matthewcaldwell8100 I quit a job in March given how horrible that situation was and it was affecting my health, It's a constant struggle to explain why you're leaving. If we have such high stake in the decision we should get residuals like entertainment industry does
@@user-wh9sn The only through line seems to be a company’s (or HR or hiring managers’) ability to shift blame onto employees whenever it suits them, even if it directly contradicts precedent or their stated values. No doubt had you worked yourself into a psychotic break they’d have chided you for not seeking help and have used it as a pretext to edge you out.
I feel this, got laid off in mid-July, still unemployed. Took a much needed break and did no job searching for the first month and a half or so. Got some interviews but nothing came out of them and it feels like they're getting more and more scarce. Job searching is easily one of my least favorite things to do, as a result I now feel so burned out. At this point doing more then the bare minimum to maintain unemployment benefits each week feels like a monumental task.
I’m so sorry that happened to you too. I feel like we have a similar experiences. I’m just so exhausted doing job applications, prepping for interviews, and then getting rejected/ghosted completely. It takes a toll on the mental health.😭 Thank you for sharing your experience and watching the video. Hopefully, you’ll get the perfect job for you! You got this. 💜🤞😊✨
I got so freakin' lucky when I landed my 100% remote software developer role for a defense company, they pissed me off not giving me the security clearance but the work/life balance has been amazing and experience is GOLD. I was applying to TONS of jobs, I gave up for a while. I went back to Indeed one random week and just ended up applying to my current company for a software developer role, recruiter reached out and I had a fairly easy technical interview with no coding challenge.....I was leaving a very toxic and political fintech company and timing was insanely good. Keep trying.....it's rough out there but a lot of work with a little luck pays off at some point! I understand as I hate the job search process now too lol. Working as a C#/Blazor developer currently.
Don't you hate it how companies will put out job postings when they aren't actually hiring. They do it for data purposes firstly to know how replaceable their own people are for a certain position and secondly to know how much supply of labor is out there to grab. The number of postings is actually pretty high like more than 50% of all postings you see are either fake or not hiring. It is freakin BS and there should be a law against this IMO.
Ahhh so true! I made a video about “ghost jobs”! Go ahead and check it out because I cover your points. 😊 I 100% agree that there needs to be a law that stops a company from posting jobs they never plan on filling! It’s misleading and basically false advertisements!! 💯
Also got laid off recently, my was in november and it sucks. It was nice having more freedom and actually hanging out with friends but I always had worries about money since my incone stopped coming in. I just got a new job but probably going to earn less than before and also working in an industry that I don't really like. I wish you good luck on future job searching and hope you find something you enjoy doing :).
Congrats on your new job!! That's a big accomplishment to get a job during this hard time regardless of the pay. We'll be out of this cycle soon. You got this. 🤞😊💜
This is the cutest video i have seen and it is great . Thx for sharing your real thoughts so geuninely. For years, during the entire past decade of tech boom, i had regrets about getting into med school, instead of tech. I felt so reliefed now. Thx for making my day.
Aww thank you 💜✨ You definitely made the right decision. I wish I found the passion to go into med school earlier on in life. It's similar because both environments are fast-paced except you're making a bigger impact in the world. Thank you for sharing your story. You're doing a great job.🤞😊
I got laid off last year and haven't found my way back into the industry since... it's such a demoralizing period of time and it just feels like there's no end in sight x_x thankfully i'm stubborn as hell so I just gotta keep trying. You're not alone and we're all in this together.
Hey Techsav18, You sound smart, smart people will always be needed. I know it's brutal in the tech world right now and it's easy to say a bunch of positive stuff around the holidays, but hang in there. Keep looking and keep moving forward, you will get there. Watching your videos really reminds me of the times that I was laid off and how it felt, especially in my mid 20's. It felt pretty wretched to be treated like I was a disposable pawn on the chessboard. Good luck to you in 2K24
Thanks for your uplifting message! I really appreciate your support and understanding. It's comforting to know others have been through similar challenges and come out stronger. Your encouragement means a lot. Here's to moving forward and making progress together in the new year! 😊💜✨
I moved from tech to working in a hospital. Very chill, nice people, nice pension. Is it normal for people in this field to be laid off/ toxic work environment? I couldn't deal with it.
Tech used to be a cool and sexy place to work back in the early 2010s. So many cool benefits that are now taken away. I would say since the pandemic started, layoffs/toxic work environments became normal. Moving to work at a hospital was definitely the right move. A lot more stability and longevity career wise. 🙌 Thank you for sharing your experience and watching the video. 💜✨☺️
I worked in the Toxic company like you. I understand how you feel but you have to let go and focus on the future and not cling to the company how bad they treated you. It won’t help you.
This kind of talking down is so common in tech, experiences count in decision making process, so what ? Just wipe off and start fresh ? Are you that thick ?
Some career advice. Asking you to take a paycut like that is disgraceful behavior and you shouldn't tolerate it. Move on immediately. What they were trying to do is to get you to resign so they wouldn't have to pay unemployment. Do not keep contact with scumbags like that. They aren't going to be successful and have lousy morals. Networking with them can never help you. Their friends will be scumbags too, and anyone who they refer you too will assume you are a scumbag by association. Layoffs sometimes happen. Don't take it personal. Just something you have to live with. Anyways read the book From Paycheck to Purpose. That will help you find a better job that you will be happy with a job long term.
That thought was in the back of my mind but I wasn't sure if they were truly that EVIL when they offered me a pay cut. You're right about keeping my distance from them. They are slowly gaining a bad rep amongst the industry. 😅 Thank you for sharing that advice and watching the video. 😊💜✨
Unemployment is paid indirectly by employers via a tax, not directly per employee. So it doesn't save them money to get you to quit to avoid unemployment. It might save them a voluntarily agreed to severance, but the vast majority of employment is at-will, so any severance is not mandatory and they could just straight lay you off. It's reasonable to say you should never accept a pay cut as a matter of principle, but there are non-nefarious reasons why an employer would reduce your salary (e.g., controlling costs, trying to avoid laying others off, etc.). That said, from an employer standpoint, it rarely makes sense to reduce comp. If someone is underperforming or if the position just isn't financially viable at the current comp, reducing comp just creates a spiral. Financially, it usually makes more sense for both parties just to part ways.
Most jobs moved from the US, which won't be coming back forever Amazon, Google, linkedin, etcc India which is way bigger, And moved all R&D to offshore, I have 10 years experience as software engineer currently fullstack dev, worked in 4 countries, damn hard to find a job even for 100k at this moment
The problem that I have with a "job hopper" accusation is that I do not have control over the length of time that I stay with a company. It is not under my control if I get laid off or restructured. Like sorry? I didn't decide to leave on my own, I got downsized. How is a "job hopping" resume my fault? Maybe companies should manage their labor better so that they don't lay people off after just a couple years into the job / role. Maybe they should be better funded. Maybe companies should do more to retain their workers rather than blame the employee for having a "job hopping," resume. The same older people who don't hire young people are the same ones who will lay your ass off if it saves their department a few dollars or to watch their stock go up.
To add, the longer you are unemployed, likely from a job loss you didn't want, the worse it is for your resume so it's a catch - 22. Like, you could hire me so that my "job hopper" resume looks better.
I agree 100% with what you’ve said. 💯 It’s insane how some of these HR people don’t understand the current job market is…it’s so privileged. 😭 I think this is a cultural reset tbh bcuz so many talented individuals will have these gaps on their resumes. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and opinions!! Hopefully, it’ll all get better soon.😊🙌🤞
I really appreciate your support during this challenging time. It hasn't been easy, but your words of encouragement mean a lot. Let's keep moving forward together! 💪😊💜
I quit my job in September. I was so happy the first couple weeks, then I’m starting to have that little guilty feeling thinking I’m not going to have a future… I still struggle in that mood swings every now and then. Thank you for the video.
Hey there, thanks for sharing. It's completely normal to feel a mix of emotions after a big change like leaving a job. Remember, taking that step towards your happiness is brave and important. Give yourself time to adjust, and those mood swings will ease up. You've got this!😊💜✨
Beyond the minimum to keep the unemployment benefit administrator happy, I'm not going to bother with an all-in job search. It's a good time to chill and wait for things to get better.
Hi there! I commented one of your vids in the past. Here's an advice that could help you get through this life challenge. Start a second channel with a completely different topic. It even could be a faceless channel for example. Something that you really like and that could get the attention of a lot of people. Topic ideas: Travelling, finances, celebs, movies and many other subjects. It will help you to distance yourself from this situation and find something that suits you well since you like creating content on UA-cam. I am saying this with the hope that it helps you because I did just that. Keep hustlin 💪🏿💯
Thank you so much for your advice and encouragement. It means a lot to receive support from the UA-cam community. 💜😊 I appreciate your suggestion of starting a second channel with a different topic-it's a great idea to diversify content and talk about things that actually make me happy. 🙌 I just subscribed to your channel! Let's grow together. ✨🌱
I'm sorry to hear about your journey. Your perseverance is commendable. Don't lose hope - the right opportunity might be just around the corner. If there's any way I can assist or support you, feel free to let me know. Keep going! 💜✨😊
Since my laid off, I have been feeling despondent. Companies have to make difficult decisions. It is time to re-evaluate my career. Now, there is remote work. The job is very competitive.
Thank you for sharing and watching the vid. I’m so sorry you’re going through it. Don’t give up and don’t be scared to change careers if it makes you happy. Keep me updated on your progress. You got this! 💜✨
when they said you need 5 years of experience but you only got 4 that means you didn't pass the interview for another reason but they don't want to say and just gave this generic excuse.
Everything I’m seeing with the job market rn from people with liberal arts to stem degrees is really making me feel like healthcare is the ONLY path to some sort of job security!!!! Even engineers/engineer degrees are struggling with getting a job! My mom is a Registered Nurse and her job started salary at the beginning of this year and she’s feeling her pay decrease but she’s NEVER been unemployed and she’s an immigrant.
My parents are immigrants too and has a similar story!! They work in banking on an admin level and have had the same position for +30 years. Their salary doesn't keep up with inflation but they know they will never be out of a job because of their loyalty and commitment (even if they were fired it would be an insane payout). 🤞 Healthcare is similar in a sense that it's stable and not as high paying. I think that our generation is slowly learning that we need and crave stability > a high paying job. 🙌 Thank you for watching and sharing. 💜😊
I was a Technical CX Lead. Since it was a company of around ~12 full time employees, I wore a lot of diff hats (implementation, support, sales, product, etc). I hope that answers you question. 😊💜
same case due to health reason out of job for years , try side hustle or online business make money. Todays jobs are toxic , shit pay and horrible bosses.
I understand your confusion! 😌 I was told they were letting me go and my last day was in two weeks. The two weeks pass by and they tell me that they want me to stay part-time for $20 an hr. That was their way of not giving me severance while still having me work at a very low pay compared to my original salary while they find someone. I rejected that offer and they let me go the same afternoon. Thanks for expressing your confusion and I hope this answers your question! 🥰🙌
5:58 I was going to say that looking like a job hopper isn't a bad thing especially now where companies are realizing that the expectation of "loyalty" isn't realistic specifically for the new generation of workers. Yeah, what she says does sound like gen X advice. Can't fault her for it tho, she's trying to be helpful when she isn't paid or doesn't even need to do so.
For the longest time, I was freaking out about what she said. Now talking to so many people and having their input, I think it’s just her generation. Thank you for watching and sharing your insight. 😊🙌
Meanwhile I'm over here with two hybrid jobs and I still feel uneasy about this job market. lol. Keep grinding peepz! Remember, your network is your money $$
@@TechSav18 Freelance writing, trying to make connections getting into technical writing but preferably creative writing, just moved to first one bedroom apartment.
Congrats on the move! 🙌💜🏠 A lot of freelance writers I’ve met are great. Very passionate people and it’s unfortunate that the field isn’t as exciting as it used to be. Hopefully things change. 🤞☺️
Enjoying your job search journey. Thank you for sharing. Let me know if you're open to some free career coaching. I tried to look for your contact info but couldn't find it. All the best.
Over 3 decades I'd been with 3 startups that made it and whose software products are still in use today. Based on your presentation here, it sounds like it's true, you're not the person for a startup. Chaos and instability is part of the deal, it's not for everybody. Not a criticism.
Wow that’s amazing! 😮 I feel like my previous start up has no potential either. A lot of the investors/customers were catching on to their bs. I don’t think I’m a start up person either. I’ve learned a lot of great things though from being in several ones. But idk if I want to go back in it again. 😅
@@TechSav18to be sure, if I were looking for a job now, I'd avoid a startup too. A lot of stuff can happen in the unorganized chaos and at this point I wouldn't want to deal with it no matter what the potential for success might be !
I agree! My parents think I'm crazy for not trying to get work at start-ups. It's so unpredictable right now. The failure rate for startups in the past few years has been crazy. 😣
Took me almost a year from feb 2022 till Feb 2023…. No severance package, not even a thank you……worst company ever BUT now I am where I want to retired from NO TECH! NEVER AGAIN TECH
@@TechSav18 totally I learned alot I am what I am thanks to tech but is not a job you can’t trust 😞 no job is secure but tech is specially like that, I not going back if I can.
I'm glad you found value in tech, but I understand your concerns about job security in the industry. It's true, no job is entirely secure. If you're considering other paths, follow what feels right for you. Best wishes on your journey. 💜🤞😊
Please don’t listen to that career coach. That’s abysmal backwards thinking. I’ve had no difficulties getting jobs at big companies even though I’ve only stayed at a job 1.5-3 years each. Each time I left, I got like 30-60% increases. Staying for 5 years minimum is such outdated advice especially when companies have such little incentive to give you raises if you stay. If you have what the companies are looking for (which involves tailoring your resume to their postings), they won’t care that you haven’t worked long at each company.
Thanks for sharing your perspective! 😊🙌 It's great to hear about your experiences landing jobs at big companies and getting significant increases. You're absolutely right that the job market has evolved, and companies often prioritize skills over tenure. Tailoring your resume to match what they're seeking is definitely key. Appreciate you watching the video! 💜✨
me resume from 2017 to now seems like i have been job hopping for 7 years bu these jobs include the 4 years of my life at university I had to go home in the summer and move back in again in the new academic year which means I would need to change jobs pretty quick and also focus on studies..... sometimes I wonder if their wiseness just gone out the window. Surely they would know why , also pandemic, and change of career soo again, they seem to be like narrowminded
What I’ve noticed is that small to medium sized companies that are about ~20 years old or less don’t really care about job hopping. It’s the ones that have been around for ages filled with thousands and thousands of employees who wonder about job happing A LOT. they are so stuck in their ways and what I’ve come to terms with is that if they don’t realize that times are rough out there, I don’t want to work for them. I hope that everything works out for you and I appreciate you sharing your story. You got this. 🤞💜☺️
would you be down to get away from tech? i know you make a lot of money but are you looking for stability? healthcare is safe but not sure it will pay much as tech lol. just curious to see if your mindset change.
Great question! ☺️ I wouldn’t mind at all!! I wasn’t being paid amazing in tech since I only worked in a startup environment. I would say the pay was on par or ~$10k more per year (which isn’t much of a difference after tax) when compared to healthcare industry. I’m tired of working in tech. I’m tired of always wondering if today I’m gonna be laid off or if I survived this wave. Thank you for asking and I hope this answers your question. 🥰💜✨
Clearly AI didn’t write this comment- I thought I had a stroke reading it 😂 You might want to practice what you preach and ask ChatGPT to fix your grammar.
It’s so bad out there, so many companies announcing massive layoffs. I want to go back to 2016 when everything was booming and everyone was hiring. But they destroyed Trump and now we have this nightmare.
They are also cutting back on benefits too. No more food, Mac books, child care, gym, etc at these big tech companies. The tech industry isn’t sexy anymore.
Probably but this was definitely a thing even way back when I graduated college in 2012. I finally had to settle for something paying $12 an hour. The American dream has just been dead for a long time now that's all.
It took me months to find a job after uni and when I did they rescinded my offer because they had layoffs. Idk if it’s worse getting laid off or not even having a day on the job 😭 either way they should both be illegal, there were people working at the company for decades that got laid off. Since then I still haven’t gotten another job
I'm really sorry to hear about your experience. 😭
That sounds really tough. It's unfair when job offers get taken back, especially after searching for so long. It's hard to say what's worse, not even getting a chance to start or losing a job after starting. Hang in there, and I hope things turn around for you soon. Keep searching, and I hope you find something great! 🤞💜😊
@nomadmgtowGen z's feeling so entitled 😅
@@TechSav18 It's even worse if you notified your current employer that you're resigning!
400 resumes submitted to companies, 14 interviews, 16 months and STILL looking. Thank goodness for social assistance to keep my head just barely above water... 🤬 Oh, and I am a 32 years IT Support Specialist and Team Lead!
Omg I’m so sorry! That sounds BRUTAL. Thank you for watching and sharing your story! I hope you find a great job soon. You got this. 💜✨🤞😊
51 year old fart here. Laid off Sept 2023. I'm also tech and systems support. Good thing I'm single and living a frugal lifestyle. I lost count of the number of resumes I have submitted. I have had very few interviews. I'm giving myself a few more months in this industry. I don't think I will ever be hired again.
@@pinoyheartbeat7245 Your not that old mate, keep shinning up that CV and working out how to do better on the next interview.
Learn to weld or swing a hammer guys. I’m a garage carpenter and welder. Use my garage as a shop zero bills worked for myself that way for years. I make good money and it’s all on my own schedule. The world needs more blue collar
@@pinoyheartbeat7245how is it now for you?
I'm also a Gen-Xer and I would have to disagree with the Gen-X Microsoft Career Coach. 1-3 years at startups does not make a candidate a "job hopper". 1 year at a startup = 5 years at a regular job because you learn so much. Also, she's not thinking of how much pay you lose when you stay at a job that long. They only give you like 3% raises typically.
they are bringing up petty reasons, ghost jobs and ghost interviews
All the points that you made are so true. In a startup, we are wearing so many different hats and working all hours of the day! I'm disappointed that most HRs don't look past the job title. 😭
Thank you for sharing your opinion and watching the video! 💜✨😊
Given that you were laid off, how are you implicated as a job hopper? They can’t have the freedom to axe workers on a dime and then lecture you for getting unemployed.
@@matthewcaldwell8100 I quit a job in March given how horrible that situation was and it was affecting my health, It's a constant struggle to explain why you're leaving. If we have such high stake in the decision we should get residuals like entertainment industry does
@@user-wh9sn The only through line seems to be a company’s (or HR or hiring managers’) ability to shift blame onto employees whenever it suits them, even if it directly contradicts precedent or their stated values. No doubt had you worked yourself into a psychotic break they’d have chided you for not seeking help and have used it as a pretext to edge you out.
I feel this, got laid off in mid-July, still unemployed. Took a much needed break and did no job searching for the first month and a half or so. Got some interviews but nothing came out of them and it feels like they're getting more and more scarce. Job searching is easily one of my least favorite things to do, as a result I now feel so burned out. At this point doing more then the bare minimum to maintain unemployment benefits each week feels like a monumental task.
I’m so sorry that happened to you too. I feel like we have a similar experiences. I’m just so exhausted doing job applications, prepping for interviews, and then getting rejected/ghosted completely. It takes a toll on the mental health.😭
Thank you for sharing your experience and watching the video. Hopefully, you’ll get the perfect job for you! You got this. 💜🤞😊✨
I got so freakin' lucky when I landed my 100% remote software developer role for a defense company, they pissed me off not giving me the security clearance but the work/life balance has been amazing and experience is GOLD. I was applying to TONS of jobs, I gave up for a while. I went back to Indeed one random week and just ended up applying to my current company for a software developer role, recruiter reached out and I had a fairly easy technical interview with no coding challenge.....I was leaving a very toxic and political fintech company and timing was insanely good.
Keep trying.....it's rough out there but a lot of work with a little luck pays off at some point! I understand as I hate the job search process now too lol. Working as a C#/Blazor developer currently.
Don't you hate it how companies will put out job postings when they aren't actually hiring. They do it for data purposes firstly to know how replaceable their own people are for a certain position and secondly to know how much supply of labor is out there to grab. The number of postings is actually pretty high like more than 50% of all postings you see are either fake or not hiring.
It is freakin BS and there should be a law against this IMO.
Ahhh so true! I made a video about “ghost jobs”! Go ahead and check it out because I cover your points. 😊
I 100% agree that there needs to be a law that stops a company from posting jobs they never plan on filling! It’s misleading and basically false advertisements!! 💯
@@TechSav18 Then sometimes they only plan to promote from within for certain jobs they post.
Also got laid off recently, my was in november and it sucks. It was nice having more freedom and actually hanging out with friends but I always had worries about money since my incone stopped coming in. I just got a new job but probably going to earn less than before and also working in an industry that I don't really like. I wish you good luck on future job searching and hope you find something you enjoy doing :).
Congrats on your new job!! That's a big accomplishment to get a job during this hard time regardless of the pay. We'll be out of this cycle soon. You got this. 🤞😊💜
This is the cutest video i have seen and it is great . Thx for sharing your real thoughts so geuninely. For years, during the entire past decade of tech boom, i had regrets about getting into med school, instead of tech. I felt so reliefed now. Thx for making my day.
Aww thank you 💜✨
You definitely made the right decision. I wish I found the passion to go into med school earlier on in life. It's similar because both environments are fast-paced except you're making a bigger impact in the world.
Thank you for sharing your story. You're doing a great job.🤞😊
Im here with you its horrible job market this year
You could always sell feet pics lol joking of course
AHAHA 😂😂
Just based off the title (video’s not available yet), I was just thinking tonight too of how burnt-out I am from this job search!!!
We’re in it together 🥲🥲🥲🥲🤞
I got laid off last year and haven't found my way back into the industry since... it's such a demoralizing period of time and it just feels like there's no end in sight x_x thankfully i'm stubborn as hell so I just gotta keep trying. You're not alone and we're all in this together.
I'm so sorry that happened to you. Thank you for sharing your story and watching this video. We gotta keep going. You got this. 🤞💜✨😊
Hey Techsav18, You sound smart, smart people will always be needed. I know it's brutal in the tech world right now and it's easy to say a bunch of positive stuff around the holidays, but hang in there. Keep looking and keep moving forward, you will get there. Watching your videos really reminds me of the times that I was laid off and how it felt, especially in my mid 20's. It felt pretty wretched to be treated like I was a disposable pawn on the chessboard. Good luck to you in 2K24
Thanks for your uplifting message! I really appreciate your support and understanding. It's comforting to know others have been through similar challenges and come out stronger. Your encouragement means a lot. Here's to moving forward and making progress together in the new year! 😊💜✨
I moved from tech to working in a hospital. Very chill, nice people, nice pension. Is it normal for people in this field to be laid off/ toxic work environment? I couldn't deal with it.
Tech used to be a cool and sexy place to work back in the early 2010s. So many cool benefits that are now taken away.
I would say since the pandemic started, layoffs/toxic work environments became normal.
Moving to work at a hospital was definitely the right move. A lot more stability and longevity career wise. 🙌
Thank you for sharing your experience and watching the video. 💜✨☺️
I worked in the Toxic company like you. I understand how you feel but you have to let go and focus on the future and not cling to the company how bad they treated you. It won’t help you.
That’s true😅
Thank you for watching and sharing advice.💜✨😊
What part of the intervening 6 month job search seems like clinging to the past to you?
This kind of talking down is so common in tech, experiences count in decision making process, so what ? Just wipe off and start fresh ? Are you that thick ?
Some career advice. Asking you to take a paycut like that is disgraceful behavior and you shouldn't tolerate it. Move on immediately. What they were trying to do is to get you to resign so they wouldn't have to pay unemployment. Do not keep contact with scumbags like that. They aren't going to be successful and have lousy morals. Networking with them can never help you. Their friends will be scumbags too, and anyone who they refer you too will assume you are a scumbag by association. Layoffs sometimes happen. Don't take it personal. Just something you have to live with. Anyways read the book From Paycheck to Purpose. That will help you find a better job that you will be happy with a job long term.
That thought was in the back of my mind but I wasn't sure if they were truly that EVIL when they offered me a pay cut. You're right about keeping my distance from them. They are slowly gaining a bad rep amongst the industry. 😅
Thank you for sharing that advice and watching the video. 😊💜✨
Unemployment is paid indirectly by employers via a tax, not directly per employee. So it doesn't save them money to get you to quit to avoid unemployment. It might save them a voluntarily agreed to severance, but the vast majority of employment is at-will, so any severance is not mandatory and they could just straight lay you off. It's reasonable to say you should never accept a pay cut as a matter of principle, but there are non-nefarious reasons why an employer would reduce your salary (e.g., controlling costs, trying to avoid laying others off, etc.).
That said, from an employer standpoint, it rarely makes sense to reduce comp. If someone is underperforming or if the position just isn't financially viable at the current comp, reducing comp just creates a spiral. Financially, it usually makes more sense for both parties just to part ways.
Most jobs moved from the US, which won't be coming back forever Amazon, Google, linkedin, etcc India which is way bigger, And moved all R&D to offshore, I have 10 years experience as software engineer currently fullstack dev, worked in 4 countries, damn hard to find a job even for 100k at this moment
The problem that I have with a "job hopper" accusation is that I do not have control over the length of time that I stay with a company. It is not under my control if I get laid off or restructured. Like sorry? I didn't decide to leave on my own, I got downsized. How is a "job hopping" resume my fault? Maybe companies should manage their labor better so that they don't lay people off after just a couple years into the job / role. Maybe they should be better funded. Maybe companies should do more to retain their workers rather than blame the employee for having a "job hopping," resume. The same older people who don't hire young people are the same ones who will lay your ass off if it saves their department a few dollars or to watch their stock go up.
To add, the longer you are unemployed, likely from a job loss you didn't want, the worse it is for your resume so it's a catch - 22. Like, you could hire me so that my "job hopper" resume looks better.
I agree 100% with what you’ve said. 💯
It’s insane how some of these HR people don’t understand the current job market is…it’s so privileged. 😭
I think this is a cultural reset tbh bcuz so many talented individuals will have these gaps on their resumes.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and opinions!! Hopefully, it’ll all get better soon.😊🙌🤞
Yea it's been tough same about 6 months now, but gurl you got this. Success is going to follow you 💯
I really appreciate your support during this challenging time. It hasn't been easy, but your words of encouragement mean a lot. Let's keep moving forward together! 💪😊💜
@@TechSav18 No problem! 🪴. yes, agreed !🙌🏾
I quit my job in September. I was so happy the first couple weeks, then I’m starting to have that little guilty feeling thinking I’m not going to have a future… I still struggle in that mood swings every now and then. Thank you for the video.
Hey there, thanks for sharing. It's completely normal to feel a mix of emotions after a big change like leaving a job. Remember, taking that step towards your happiness is brave and important. Give yourself time to adjust, and those mood swings will ease up. You've got this!😊💜✨
Lazy!
@@jjthefed lmao thanks! How’s your life?
@@liuwanzhu4227 Employed, married, kids, pets, good health, I can't complain.
@@jjthefed sounds fantastic! keep on telling yourself that hun. 😊
Beyond the minimum to keep the unemployment benefit administrator happy, I'm not going to bother with an all-in job search. It's a good time to chill and wait for things to get better.
That's a great way to look at it. I don't want to feel rushed into a job that I don't want. 😕
Hi there! I commented one of your vids in the past. Here's an advice that could help you get through this life challenge. Start a second channel with a completely different topic. It even could be a faceless channel for example. Something that you really like and that could get the attention of a lot of people.
Topic ideas:
Travelling, finances, celebs, movies and many other subjects.
It will help you to distance yourself from this situation and find something that suits you well since you like creating content on UA-cam.
I am saying this with the hope that it helps you because I did just that.
Keep hustlin 💪🏿💯
Thank you so much for your advice and encouragement. It means a lot to receive support from the UA-cam community. 💜😊
I appreciate your suggestion of starting a second channel with a different topic-it's a great idea to diversify content and talk about things that actually make me happy. 🙌
I just subscribed to your channel! Let's grow together. ✨🌱
Got laid off on a Wednesday 2 yrs ago. 1200 resumes, 5 interviews and still looking for work.
I'm sorry to hear about your journey. Your perseverance is commendable. Don't lose hope - the right opportunity might be just around the corner. If there's any way I can assist or support you, feel free to let me know. Keep going! 💜✨😊
Thank you for your encouragement.
Since my laid off, I have been feeling despondent. Companies have to make difficult decisions. It is time to re-evaluate my career. Now, there is remote work. The job is very competitive.
Thank you for sharing and watching the vid. I’m so sorry you’re going through it. Don’t give up and don’t be scared to change careers if it makes you happy. Keep me updated on your progress. You got this! 💜✨
when they said you need 5 years of experience but you only got 4 that means you didn't pass the interview for another reason but they don't want to say and just gave this generic excuse.
That's what I thought too. It's ok. The pay was terrible anyways. It was a blessing in disguise.
You are so right! I was laid off of a healthcare tech company that was also a start up…
I'm sorry to hear about your experience. Startups are either a hit or miss...mostly miss though 😭
@@TechSav18 it’s a NEVER again for me…
SAME 😂
What a darn tough time and gets tougher every month
Yeah, I agree!! 😭😭
Get your 240 health insurance license they hire all the time and pay 80-120 a year
I’ll look into that 👀
Thanks for the advice. 😊🤞✨💜
Everything I’m seeing with the job market rn from people with liberal arts to stem degrees is really making me feel like healthcare is the ONLY path to some sort of job security!!!! Even engineers/engineer degrees are struggling with getting a job! My mom is a Registered Nurse and her job started salary at the beginning of this year and she’s feeling her pay decrease but she’s NEVER been unemployed and she’s an immigrant.
My parents are immigrants too and has a similar story!! They work in banking on an admin level and have had the same position for +30 years. Their salary doesn't keep up with inflation but they know they will never be out of a job because of their loyalty and commitment (even if they were fired it would be an insane payout). 🤞
Healthcare is similar in a sense that it's stable and not as high paying. I think that our generation is slowly learning that we need and crave stability > a high paying job. 🙌
Thank you for watching and sharing. 💜😊
What did you do at said startup ?
I was a Technical CX Lead. Since it was a company of around ~12 full time employees, I wore a lot of diff hats (implementation, support, sales, product, etc). I hope that answers you question. 😊💜
same case due to health reason out of job for years , try side hustle or online business make money. Todays jobs are toxic , shit pay and horrible bosses.
Oh man I’m so sorry you were going through that. I think that would be the end goal for me. It’s too scary out there. 😭
I’m confused. Were you laid off or did you quit? It sounds like you quit but the title says you were laid off.
I understand your confusion! 😌
I was told they were letting me go and my last day was in two weeks.
The two weeks pass by and they tell me that they want me to stay part-time for $20 an hr. That was their way of not giving me severance while still having me work at a very low pay compared to my original salary while they find someone. I rejected that offer and they let me go the same afternoon.
Thanks for expressing your confusion and I hope this answers your question! 🥰🙌
can you do VIDEO on your unemployment budget, I don't iv'e seen many or any unemployment budgets but that would be a great video idea
Isn’t it different for different people, a great idea would be for colab how are people coping with this crash
That's a great video idea 👀
My last video was on that topic!! 😊
If it still didn't answer you questions, lmk! I'll answer them here for you. 🤞💜
5:58 I was going to say that looking like a job hopper isn't a bad thing especially now where companies are realizing that the expectation of "loyalty" isn't realistic specifically for the new generation of workers. Yeah, what she says does sound like gen X advice. Can't fault her for it tho, she's trying to be helpful when she isn't paid or doesn't even need to do so.
For the longest time, I was freaking out about what she said. Now talking to so many people and having their input, I think it’s just her generation. Thank you for watching and sharing your insight. 😊🙌
Meanwhile I'm over here with two hybrid jobs and I still feel uneasy about this job market. lol. Keep grinding peepz! Remember, your network is your money $$
Omg that’s crazy!? How do you manage having two jobs? 😮
Thank you for the advice and words of encouragement. 😊✨
Been unemployed for about 6 montns now as well, i am in writing though
I’m sorry to hear. ):
What type of writer are you? My bf is a writer and it’s been rough. 😭
@@TechSav18 Freelance writing, trying to make connections getting into technical writing but preferably creative writing, just moved to first one bedroom apartment.
Congrats on the move! 🙌💜🏠
A lot of freelance writers I’ve met are great. Very passionate people and it’s unfortunate that the field isn’t as exciting as it used to be. Hopefully things change. 🤞☺️
Enjoying your job search journey. Thank you for sharing. Let me know if you're open to some free career coaching. I tried to look for your contact info but couldn't find it. All the best.
That's amazing! I would love to partner with you. Do you have LinkedIn? We can connect on that platform. 😊
I sent you a message to your IG account
Over 3 decades I'd been with 3 startups that made it and whose software products are still in use today. Based on your presentation here, it sounds like it's true, you're not the person for a startup. Chaos and instability is part of the deal, it's not for everybody. Not a criticism.
Wow that’s amazing! 😮
I feel like my previous start up has no potential either. A lot of the investors/customers were catching on to their bs.
I don’t think I’m a start up person either. I’ve learned a lot of great things though from being in several ones. But idk if I want to go back in it again. 😅
@@TechSav18to be sure, if I were looking for a job now, I'd avoid a startup too. A lot of stuff can happen in the unorganized chaos and at this point I wouldn't want to deal with it no matter what the potential for success might be !
I agree! My parents think I'm crazy for not trying to get work at start-ups. It's so unpredictable right now. The failure rate for startups in the past few years has been crazy. 😣
Took me almost a year from feb 2022 till Feb 2023…. No severance package, not even a thank you……worst company ever BUT now I am where I want to retired from NO TECH! NEVER AGAIN TECH
That’s so sh*tty omg. I’m glad that you’ve retired from tech. I’m here for it. ☺️🤞✨💜
@@TechSav18 totally I learned alot I am what I am thanks to tech but is not a job you can’t trust 😞 no job is secure but tech is specially like that, I not going back if I can.
I'm glad you found value in tech, but I understand your concerns about job security in the industry. It's true, no job is entirely secure. If you're considering other paths, follow what feels right for you. Best wishes on your journey. 💜🤞😊
Please don’t listen to that career coach. That’s abysmal backwards thinking. I’ve had no difficulties getting jobs at big companies even though I’ve only stayed at a job 1.5-3 years each. Each time I left, I got like 30-60% increases. Staying for 5 years minimum is such outdated advice especially when companies have such little incentive to give you raises if you stay. If you have what the companies are looking for (which involves tailoring your resume to their postings), they won’t care that you haven’t worked long at each company.
Thanks for sharing your perspective! 😊🙌
It's great to hear about your experiences landing jobs at big companies and getting significant increases. You're absolutely right that the job market has evolved, and companies often prioritize skills over tenure. Tailoring your resume to match what they're seeking is definitely key. Appreciate you watching the video! 💜✨
me resume from 2017 to now seems like i have been job hopping for 7 years bu these jobs include the 4 years of my life at university I had to go home in the summer and move back in again in the new academic year which means I would need to change jobs pretty quick and also focus on studies..... sometimes I wonder if their wiseness just gone out the window. Surely they would know why , also pandemic, and change of career soo again, they seem to be like narrowminded
What I’ve noticed is that small to medium sized companies that are about ~20 years old or less don’t really care about job hopping.
It’s the ones that have been around for ages filled with thousands and thousands of employees who wonder about job happing A LOT. they are so stuck in their ways and what I’ve come to terms with is that if they don’t realize that times are rough out there, I don’t want to work for them.
I hope that everything works out for you and I appreciate you sharing your story. You got this. 🤞💜☺️
What’s the name of the company.
I'm not quite ready to reveal the company's name just yet. 😅 When they go under later this year, I'll consider exposing them.😈
u ok ? a hug for u
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I was laid off in November 2023.
Aww I'm so sorry :(
would you be down to get away from tech? i know you make a lot of money but are you looking for stability? healthcare is safe but not sure it will pay much as tech lol. just curious to see if your mindset change.
Great question! ☺️
I wouldn’t mind at all!! I wasn’t being paid amazing in tech since I only worked in a startup environment. I would say the pay was on par or ~$10k more per year (which isn’t much of a difference after tax) when compared to healthcare industry.
I’m tired of working in tech. I’m tired of always wondering if today I’m gonna be laid off or if I survived this wave.
Thank you for asking and I hope this answers your question. 🥰💜✨
it did. respect you a lot!@@TechSav18
Good story. Thanks. toronto canada
Thank you ✨💜
I got laid off on June 28th too!
Twins🥲💜✨😂
What's wrong with Gen-Xers?
Nothing wrong!!!
You can try the post offices
i heard they get paid well over there 👀
@@TechSav18 sure and if your an 18 wheel driver too. Like Happy days. Not the small in town one. The big warehouse DC
Hope u get a new job
Thank you so much 💜🤞✨
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Hello 😊👋
You need a husband.
LOL I’m working on it 😂
The tax industry
Should I be a tax collector? 👀
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HELLO ☺️
Gen x knows what we're talking about. And you shouldn't judge people based off their generation. Tech jobs are has been careers thanks to AI lol.
Clearly AI didn’t write this comment- I thought I had a stroke reading it 😂 You might want to practice what you preach and ask ChatGPT to fix your grammar.
It’s so bad out there, so many companies announcing massive layoffs. I want to go back to 2016 when everything was booming and everyone was hiring. But they destroyed Trump and now we have this nightmare.
They are also cutting back on benefits too. No more food, Mac books, child care, gym, etc at these big tech companies. The tech industry isn’t sexy anymore.
Bidenomics suc. Hope in 2024 you take the economy into consideration and vote Trump otherwise expect fewer opportunities in your future.
thanks biden and woke agenda!
Probably but this was definitely a thing even way back when I graduated college in 2012. I finally had to settle for something paying $12 an hour. The American dream has just been dead for a long time now that's all.
CAN YOU CUT GRASS?????? WATRESS THERE HIRING///
ban chatgpt #usa#chatgpt#openai
Ouu why is that? 😊
we are all in it together 🫶🏻