Victoria Adams’ Post

Today marks 1 month since being a part of company wide layoffs. Despite glowing performance reviews and going beyond my job description, in the end, I was just a number at the company. Since then, I have applied to an incredibly substantial number of jobs via LinkedIn, Instagram DMs, and cold emails. I only got one interview. Within the last month, I had two interviews with a company and was ultimately turned down - they wanted someone with more experience. Being 4 years out of college and graduating at the height of the pandemic puts me in a weird in-between phase of my career. I do not have 3-5 years in one specific job title, nor do I classify myself as entry level. Additionally, resumes do not outline reasons for leaving a job - whether that be a toxic work environment or a job not being what was explained during the interview process. Given the fact that each job application had over 100 applicants and I did not have any connections to these companies, it was easy for companies to overlook me. I have had an incredible amount of free time that I have not known what to do. This past month I have been able to reflect where my skillsets lie, and how I can be a valuable asset to a team. That said, I am excited to announce that I have founded Fika Studio, a CRM and social media development agency, with the focus of assisting small businesses with both their operational tasks and Instagram presence. This is a new chapter for me, and I am beyond excited for this journey! Needless to say, getting laid off can be a good thing:) www.fika-studio.com IG: @ fika_studio__

I would say the same is true on the interviewer side. This can be an interesting dilemma. Candidates are constantly reminded how important culture fit is in today's job market and so this can be a double-edged sword. If a candidate over-shoots the dress code, they can come across as not able to "fit in." In the past, you always dressed up and looked "professional" but that is not necessarily true any longer. Now, I would also say that this can potentially depend on the industry and the role. In a world where dress code is not obvious, always ask.

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I couldn’t be prouder to be part of the incredible team at Crelate, where we’re transforming how businesses manage hiring and recruitment. But outside of my work in tech, I also run a photo booth business FotoBo Photobooth Co. - and let me tell you, wearing both hats is wild (in the best way)!! 😎 As a business owner, I’ve seen firsthand how challenging and rewarding it is to hire the right people. From looking for the perfect fit to managing all the moving pieces, the hiring process is REAL. What I love about my role at Crelate is that I get to experience this from two different angles:   ✨ Helping other businesses streamline their hiring with tech solutions   ✨ While also living through those challenges firsthand as I grow my own business Whether you’re running a business or part of a larger team, finding the right people is key to success. I’m grateful to be part of a company that understands that struggle and works to make it easier. Anyone else out there balancing multiple hats? #SmallBusinessOwner #TechLife #Recruitment #HiringChallenges #EntrepreneurJourney #ProudToBeCrelate

📖 The 'Three Bricklayers' story is a well-known tale used to show why having a purpose and seeing things from different angles is vital in our work. 🖼️ It teaches us that seeing the bigger picture and understanding why our work matters can make us feel more motivated and fulfilled. 💪 It reminds us to by aligning the career with our core identity produce greater results and long lasting fulfillment. 📝Check out this blog post to dive deeper into this concept! https://lnkd.in/gbRi-3m7 #CareerSuccess #pathtosuccess #ProfessionalGrowth #YourWorkLifeHarmony

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How do you keep tabs on your team's workload and make yourself useful when needed? No matter if you are seasoned (as I like to call us vintage) or if you are just getting started with your business, there are lessons to be learned everyday. Sometimes it is obvious and at times you need to create your own DOE opportunities. This week was full of lessons for me. For example, I learned that if you ask, Is there anything that I can help with today? you should be ready to do ANYTHING. My team needed some help prebuilding master cartons and I don't know how many CEO's would jump at this opportunity, but for me what a great task to do some time studies. If you know anything about me, the goal is always to be faster: -First stack of 25 master cartons took 5 minutes. I was not well organized and double handled the cases. -Second stack of 25 took 4 minutes. I organized my work area to be efficiently retrieve, assemble, tape, and stack the boxes. -Third stack took 3.75 minutes (averaged 9 seconds per master carton!) The lesson here is, get organized before you tackle a task and it will save you time and money!!!

NEW REEL! - Exciting times ahead as more work opportunities come our way (I think....what do you think?...I hope!!) It's been so slow, with numerous talented individuals seeking employment. It's not just about paying bills; it's about ensuring our careers continue to flourish. Give me a shout if you think I can help you with post production in any way. #Opportunities #CareerGrowth #VideoEditing #AudioMixing #ColorCorrection #PostProduction #PremierePro #Avid #AfterEffects #DavinciResolve #sanderspost

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Let’s talk about a topic that touches us all—time off requests! 🕒 Whether you're an attorney, a coworker, or a client, this affects your opportunities for growth and advancement. Tune in to learn more! #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeEngagement #LeadershipDevelopment #TimeOffs