financeJob Search
#RI-69b3a363·3 months ago·
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“Landed 2 job offers after being unemployed for ~4 months”
What Actually Happened
I was laid off from a finance role at a startup and immediately started applying to jobs again. I landed a contractor role with high hourly pay and used it to enhance my skills and make my resume more attractive to potential employers.
What I wish I knew
"Having active professional work while job searching can make the recruitment process easier and get rid of visible employment gaps on the resume."
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Consider taking on a contractor role or freelance work to gain new skills and make your resume more attractive to potential employers."
Regret Index
1/10
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