Krish Goenka’s Post

I've seen so many announcements about my network starting new roles over the last week. CONGRATULATIONS to you all! This gives many of us who are in #OpenToWork status motivation about the market and how it seems to have started moving again. 2025 budgets should just about be wrapped up which means it's the perfect time to hire a #SeniorPeopleCultureandTalentLeader like me to #collaborate on the #talentstrategy and approach to competitively execute on that list of headcount needed in the new year AND attract the best of the best! To my network still in search mode, remember: 1. You are not defined by your current situation. 2. Your talent and ability to make an impact has nothing to do with your work status. 3. Keep applying, networking, researching and learning! 4. Use your knowledge, skills, and network to help anyone and everyone you can along the way. I stumbled across this quote yesterday and it set the tone for my week! Sending you all goodness for a great week! “I don’t know where I am going, but I am on my way.” ~Voltaire

Life has a funny way of setting things in motion! Just when you think you're on a stable trajectory, you find yourself emotionally preparing for a new course. But as they say, when one door closes, another opens—or perhaps a new window slides smoothly on its tracks. Winning isn't just about crossing the finish line first; it's about the journey we take to get there. Together, we can achieve more than we ever could alone. Speaking of journeys, I’ve always believed in taking risks, even if it means stepping away from safety. As our strategies evolve, they become the bedrock of our future successes. In this next chapter, I aim to contribute to projects that build for everyone—where innovation serves all, not just a select few. It's crucial to embrace a vision where solutions be everyone's focus, broadening impacts across communities and industries. Take challenges head-on and transform them into opportunities! Ownership of one's path lights the way not only for personal achievement but also for the collective advancement of our teams. As I look to the horizon, I'm excited to deliver impactful, innovative solutions. The future is bright, and I am ready to explore new opportunities that await. Let's connect, collaborate, and create something spectacular together! #opentowork #opentothefuture

Frustration is often rooted in being told you can't do it or that you're not qualified. It's disheartening to see how many organizations miss out on quality employees and professionals simply because they don't give people a chance to try. Let's break barriers and create opportunities for all! Even those who may not have the same qualifications but perhaps their experience and life experience parallel those qualifications #EqualOpportunities #DiversityMatters #opentowork #spreadingmywings

Letting someone go sucks. I know because I’ve had to do it and I’ve had it done to me. The following was one of the worst: I got a call once while I was on vacation and attending my son’s elementary school field day. (BTW, this was a former company-not my current employer). It was my HR person. She was in a conference room. She told me a member of my team was waiting outside the door and I needed to give her the news she was being laid off. The CEO had decided this while I was out of the office. This was a solid team member I vehemently fought to keep just days earlier. My CEO ultimately agreed. Apparently, over the weekend, she changed her mind. I was on a playground. She was on a speaker phone. Words left my mouth. It was over in minutes. It felt so much longer. All I remember was the sound of children playing behind me, and my team member sobbing. On a speaker phone. I said “I’m sorry” as I hung up. I was blindsided. She was blindsided. I felt horrible. She felt worse. I got off the phone just in time to watch my son run the hurdles. It sucked. I’m confident every manager, HR person and even CEO has stories like this that stick with them. I mention this because letting good people go is never easy, however it happens, and if you’re reading this, you may have had to pass bad news on to a good person recently. If you know a former employee or a colleague that’s struggling or searching for something new, when you think they are ready, please reach out to them. I’m sure they’d appreciate it. Also, if you think it might help, please let them know about What The Heck’s Next. It’s a free virtual program I put together for people who are looking to their next thing and get their world back on track. The link is in the comments below and share this post if you're up for it. It might make a difference for someone out there in LinkedIn Land. Feel free to follow me and/or Creageless. Thank you, Eddie #jobsearch #management #opentowork #careers #2024goals

Should you specialize or develop generalist skills? The determining factor should be the type of company you want to work at. If you're working for yourself or for a smaller company, you'll need a wider range of skills because you'll have to do more jobs. That might frustrate people who like to have a clear set of tasks to complete so they can leave for the day. If you're working for a larger company, they're likely to have so many organizational silos that what you do will be incredibly narrow and you'll have to be very good at that very narrow thing to get hired. Because of those silos, generalists have a better chance at understanding the bigger picture and are more likely to see how much waste goes on, get frustrated, and leave. Staying narrow helps you avoid that pesky kind of big picture thinking and keeps you focused on the things that don't matter but keep you in line. So it's really up to personal preference and you can do well for yourself with either path. #jobs #specialist #generalist #opentowork #gofundme #botbait

Here's the deal: a few months back, being unemployed didn't seem so scary. I had my savings and thought, "I've got this." But then life threw a curveball – my dad got sick, and suddenly, everything changed. Yesterday, I filed for my last week of unemployment, and honestly, I'm at a bit of a loss. In the last half year, I've sent out countless applications, had some really promising interviews, and came close a few times to landing something great. One job even slipped through my fingers just because I'm not in the Eastern Time Zone full-time, even though I'm up before the birds and work best on EST time. So, here's where I'm at: I need a job, like yesterday. I've already cut back on everything non-essential, and I'm staring down some tough decisions – including possibly saying goodbye to LinkedIn, which I'd really hate to do. This post is me reaching out, hoping someone out there might have a lead, advice, or even a temp or contract gig to throw my way. I never thought I'd be in this spot, but here I am, asking for a hand. I've been an Executive Assistant for years, and I love what I do – organizing, planning, making things run smoothly. I'm ready to bring my skills and enthusiasm to your team, wherever you are, as long as you're okay with my flexible location. If you can help or know someone who might, please drop me a message. Any leads or advice would be hugely appreciated. Thanks for taking the time to read this, I appreciate you all! #inneedofajob #jobsearch #executiveassistant #heretowork #thanksforthesupport #hireme #opentowork #opentoconnect

Today marks two weeks since I entered redeployment due to role elimination. Although it may not seem like a long time, I already miss the daily routine and interactions at the office. The sense of connection with my co-workers and the drive from my responsibilities are deeply missed. Networking and applying for opportunities have been my focus, but the process has been more draining than anticipated. Taking a personal day today to recharge, reflect, and realign is essential. Engaging in self-care activities like reading, spending time with my cat, and preparing to dive back in tomorrow is a much-needed break. What do you do to recharge? #motivation, #SocialMedia, #Careers, #innovation, #HumanResources, #Opentowork, #personaldevelopment, #leadership, #jobsearch, #jobseekers, #jobopening, #culture, #recharge, #cat, #engage, #Selfcare

Recently I moved into a new home. This is something that I had on my vision board for 2024 -- and I did it! There are a handful of other visions I have for a successful year. 👀 The one I want to share with you is this: joining a team. 🤩 When I first shared that I am #OpenToOpportunities, I focused on three things. That focus is still here. 1. Core value alignment - connection, education, and safety. 2. Mission-driven - me and the organization I join. 3. Remote work for all. Let's get to it, folks. I am ready to work with you, your team, and our communities. I am ready to show my unique skills like positive community building, networking internationally, and communicating in ways that reach us all. I am ready. In my time of #SeekingAJob, I have interviewed with and connected with SO many incredible people and places. Some of them are Nonprofit VOTE, Amy Marquis, Cengage Group, Allen Blackwell, M. Ed., The Nora Project, Jess Spino, Paladin , Caleb Rigdon, American Heart Association, and Marivia Ursini. And y'all, that is a brief list. I have been and remain so grateful for the connections I have made. Core value alignment is in play! I am going to continue connecting with people and places, and learning and unlearning, and providing safety for all. I am going to keep seeking mission-driven roles, and I am going to keep sharing opportunities once I have accepted mine. I am going to powerfully rock #RemoteWork, as I have for years before. 💃 And yes, I am going to join a team. Will it be yours?! #Connections #FullyRemote #TeamWork #JoinTheTeam #HopeRemains #Honesty #MovingForward #OpenToWork #MovingForward

Reflecting on over a year since my layoff October 2022, I remain positive and optimistic about the journey ahead. Eagerly seeking fully remote roles and excited about the possibilities. Open to networking and connecting as I look forward to the next chapter in my career. Let's build something great together! #JobSeeker #RemoteWork #Networking #CareerChange #PositiveOutlook

Embracing a positive perspective: Last Friday a friend asked about my current situation, and instead of saying "unemployed," he suggested, "you're in between jobs." That subtle shift in wording has brought a new light to my journey. Moving forward, I choose to see this phase as ✨"in between jobs," ✨focusing on the opportunities that lie ahead. #PositiveOutlook #CareerJourney #opentowork