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#RI-69e33c28·5 months ago·
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Lookback: A few months after being laid off

Struggling to market myself in job hunting

Feeling discouraged about spending years gaining specialized knowledge that's only valuable in my current employer

What I wish I knew
"How to effectively market my skills to potential employers"
If I could tell you one thing
"Consider working with a recruiter to find a niche that fits your skills"
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6/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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