Michael Jones’ Post

This really shows how messed up the tech industry is right now. Layoffs are a failure of leadership, yet leadership and stakeholders often walk away richer. Meanwhile others will lose health care, their homes, their retirement savings, and in some cases their lives. It’s time to make layoffs a key thing to look at in your job search.

I know the headlines are overwhelming. Layoffs. Economic uncertainty. Recession fears. DEI rollbacks. But here’s the truth: None of this noise has to stop you from thriving. There’s never a “perfect time” to take control of your career—there’s only the time you decide it’s your priority. 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄. Imagine this: →  Earning what you deserve (finally). → The confidence to turn fear into opportunity. → A job that excites you and aligns with your strengths. → An actionable plan to land roles that once felt out of reach. That’s what happens when we work together. 𝗜𝗻 𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝘄𝗲’𝗹𝗹: → Uncover what’s holding you back. → Clarify your values and strengths. → Create a personalized plan to realign your career with what matters most to you. You’ve worked hard to get here. You deserve a career that feels as good as it looks. Not sure if now is the right time? That’s okay. 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝘁 𝗺𝗲 𝗯𝗲 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿: This is about owning your story and making the next chapter one that’s truly yours. 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿. 👉 Book your Career Reset Session today, and let’s create a plan for your breakthrough. (link in the comments)

🚨 Navigating Uncertain Times: The Impact of Layoffs in Today's Market 🚨 As we witness a wave of layoffs across various sectors, it's crucial to remember that behind every statistic are individuals and families facing unexpected challenges. The current market conditions are tough, and many companies make difficult decisions due to economic pressures. 💔 To those affected: You are not alone. The professional community is here to support you. Don't hesitate to reach out, network, and seek opportunities. 🤝 To employers and leaders: Let’s be mindful of these decisions' human impact. How can we prioritize transparency and support for our teams during these transitions? 💡 To everyone in the workforce: Consider how you can lend a hand—whether it’s sharing job openings, offering mentorship, or simply being a listening ear. Together, we can navigate these turbulent times and emerge stronger. Let’s stay connected and support each other!

No one is coming to save you. What will you do when the layoffs hit? They never promised you security—so stop playing the victim. Crying won’t pay the bills. Blaming the company won’t change your situation. Trust me, I’ve been there. I know how it feels. But the only way forward? Do something for yourself. Imagine the impact on you and your family if you were made redundant. What’s your plan? Here’s the answer: Build a Plan B. • Yes, it’s easier said than done. • But it starts with finding your purpose. • Plan B could mean upskilling to become more valuable in your next role. • It’s about creating options so you’re never stuck again. If you don’t know where to start, DM me. I’m here to help. ♻️ Share this with your network—someone might need this reminder today. P.S.: Follow TJ Walia for advice and insights on reinvention and growth.

Job Security is an illusion, and Let Me Explain Why… A few days ago, Business Insider reported significant layoffs in 2024 (I will include the link in the comments) I will not say that no one is safe, but layoffs are a reality we can not and should not ignore. The workplace ecosystem is super fragile. A super successful company does not guarantee stability. Even tech giants are reducing personnel. However, this is not the main point of my post. Not only is the professional environment changing and ever-evolving but so are we. Our needs, interests, professional goals, and aspirations are all changing (spouse, kids, health…). I could go on for hours, but you get the point. And it is supposed to be like this. Evolving and becoming the best version of ourselves should go hand in hand with our professional development. I want to underscore that stability comes from within. Knowing our strengths, our unique qualities, the things we like, and the things we don’t like is crucial. Understanding our values and guiding principles is paramount to living a healthy professional life, navigating setbacks confidently, overcoming challenges flexibly, and pursuing our goals with motivation. Don't get me wrong. I’m not saying to live in constant fear of losing your job. I’m talking about being ready - being prepared - to overcome any obstacle that could come along the way. You should be in a position where you say yes to a job every year again and are not dependent on the job saying yes to you back. If you are not, you might want to consider working to get to that position. Your future self will thank you for this! -Jörn

Job Security is an illusion, and Let Me Explain Why… A few days ago, Business Insider reported significant layoffs in 2024 (I will include the link in the comments) I will not say that no one is safe, but layoffs are a reality we can not and should not ignore. The workplace ecosystem is super fragile. A super successful company does not guarantee stability. Even tech giants are reducing personnel. However, this is not the main point of my post. Not only is the professional environment changing and ever-evolving but so are we. Our needs, interests, professional goals, and aspirations are all changing (spouse, kids, health…). I could go on for hours, but you get the point. And it is supposed to be like this. Evolving and becoming the best version of ourselves should go hand in hand with our professional development. I want to underscore that stability comes from within. Knowing our strengths, our unique qualities, the things we like, and the things we don’t like is crucial. Understanding our values and guiding principles is paramount to living a healthy professional life, navigating setbacks confidently, overcoming challenges flexibly, and pursuing our goals with motivation. Don't get me wrong. I’m not saying to live in constant fear of losing your job. I’m talking about being ready - being prepared - to overcome any obstacle that could come along the way. You should be in a position where you say yes to a job every year again and are not dependent on the job saying yes to you back. If you are not, you might want to consider working to get to that position. Your future self will thank you for this!

"Once you’ve gone through it, and especially if you have more than once, you’re more aware. " Yep. To my teammates, and perhaps my manager, I'm a person, and a valuable member. To executives, and the company as a whole, I'm a line item in a budget. If cutting my line from the budget means the company can cut costs and boost its stock price, or "keep the light on" when funding doesn't come through at all or comes in at less than believed, then my line gets cut and I get laid off. Before my first lay off, I used to ask myself "what can I do for the company?" By my 3rd lay off, when I realized what I did for the company didn't matter, I started asking myself other questions, such as: - Am I still learning things? - Are my skills being put to the best use? - Are any skills I've acquired atrophying? If so, which skills, and am I OK with that or are there other ways I can keep those skills active? When that spidey sense for lay offs tingles, I take a moment to reassess, which also helps when that unexpected meeting appears and I learn that myself, and half the company, are being laid off. Asking myself and answering such questions while employed, when that spidey sense is tingling, and periodically at any point in time, has been useful.

Over the last year-and-a-half I’ve watched my LinkedIn feed turn into announcements of layoffs and each time it hits, it hurts my heart- strong. “Impacted” and “Open to Work” have become catchphrases that not only communicate disruption, but also something spurring a deeper search. Having navigated a couple unemployment stints in my career, I’m aware of how it rattles one’s core and disrupts a sense of self. To those who have landed new gigs, I applaud you. To those who are taking a career break, I applaud you. And to those bravely still seeking, I applaud you... and offer support. One of these things is not greater than the other. Yet socially and professionally, we’re primed to believe we’re defined by our productivity. And when that piece is taken out of the puzzle, it shakes the foundation upon which we’ve anchored a belief, and oftentimes pride, in who we are. If you’re out of work, or know someone who is, shoot me a message. I offer a listening ear. Curiosity to understand your story. Encouragement (and strategies) to take care of yourself in this process. One thing all organizations need are employees who are energized. And that's difficult to provide unless self-care is part of your pursuits. Reach out. Open to Support.

🧡 Job Security is an Illusion 🧡 Job security isn’t guaranteed—invest in yourself. Take the course, read the book, build your skills. The more you grow, the more valuable you become. Bet on yourself—you deserve the best! 🫶🏻💥

You have to switch, if you need career growth Nobody is going to give you the value, until you push yourself up! Don't settle for less You might think ↳ This is not the right time ↳ Market is down ↳ Layoffs are happening But above are the reasons, you should always be prepared to face hard times. What you can do? ↳ Become financially literate and always have emergency fund ↳ Escape comfort zone ↳ Learn and share I have been into so many 1 on 1 sessions with my mentees throughout the world, that even a 12 yrs experienced person is just earning 10 LPA. Now, obviously they deserve much more right? But they have undervalued themselves. Just because having a self trap of thoughts! Escape your comfort zone! -x-x- Schedule a career guidance call me here, for resolutions and discussion for successful career: https://lnkd.in/gt66_zxA