Laid Off in Tech Support Group

How were you informed of your layoff? Did the way your company handled it bother you? My company set up a pre-recorded meeting and then shut off all computer access when the video had finished. It bot… more

Have you had any luck job hunting using unconventional methods? I feel the standard is scouringIndeed postings but I'd love to hear if you landed something in a different way. The crazier the bett… more

Im given up. 13 months. Living in a $2500 BNB, living on Field Nation and credit cards. The MIS degree and 9 certs amount to a gigantic student loan, wasted money and time. I dont know about anybody e… more

How has your mental health been after being laid off? The stress of anxiety of job hunting can be overwhelming but the idea of a new beginning has really refreshed my outlook on life lately.

Do you think job hopping the new normal? It really seems like the days of staying with a company for years (maybe even through retirement) are over. I was with the company I was laid off from for 11 y… more

Recently made redundant, Looking for a Full stack flutter developer role, preferably remote or hybrid. I've 6 years of experience as a full stack developer.

Was laid-off at the very start of the post-covid tech collapse as a junior and haven't been able to find anything since. Anyone in this situation with some tips? I really want to make it, I love t… more

What's an unexpected positive outcome that came from being laid off? For me, it was escaping a toxic boss/workplace. Since I had already been looking elsewhere, layoffs gave me extra time to put i… more

What are your tips for networking effectively? Do find it easier or more difficult to network after a layoff?

Did a layoff lead you to a path you wouldn't have taken otherwise? Whether it be a passion project, learning new hobbies/skills, or pivoting into a new field? I'd love to hear any silver linin… more

Have you felt judged since being laid off, even though it’s not your fault? Those who have never been through it (especially as of the last few years) don't really seem to understand. Do you ever let th… more

So I've taken my layoff as a chance to reflect on what could have gone differently. Do you think there were any signs or trends you noticed your team shifting towards before getting laid off? For … more

What strategies or resources have helped you stay afloat financially while being laid off? Whether it’s budgeting hacks, finding freelance gigs, or negotiating severance packages, I'd like to hear… more

I am on H1B and laid off without a reason on Nov 3, 2023. Desi consultancy kept my visa alive by running payrolls. Twice landed jobs but visa sponsorship freeze. Exhausted all my savings and now from … more

Anyone in the Dallas Texas area?

What is the highest number of rounds of interviews you've gone through for a single job? The most I've done is 4 plus a take home assessment, and I STILL didn't get the job. A friend of mi… more

How do you typically break up your day? Do you typically have a set schedule for applications/interviews/ career development, or do you just fit these things into your day as the opportunity arises?

Is there anyone willing to give out any referrals for companies? Please dm me if there is! Thank you for your time!

Being laid off is painful enough. Receiving hundreds of rejections is crushing. Then add Ghost Jobs and it makes me want to leave tech forever.

For those who have been out of work for a longer stretch, do you start to have trouble differentiating between weekends/weekdays? Not that every day feels like a weekend. On the contrary, EVERY day fe… more

Attended an interview last week, where the interviewer was indirectly making me feel like my profile was too low for the "high level" job he was interviewing me for. Based on his version of … more

I am attending 5 rounds of technical interviews and 1 round of HR interview for a Project Manager's job - one of the low paying jobs in IT! I would not know the outcome till I complete all rounds … more

If there has been a long enough period between the lay off and the new job, would you consider working for the company that let you go? 8 months after my layoff an old friend is encouraging me to appl… more

I'm curious, how many jobs are you applying to on a daily basis? I often hear on social media people doing very high numbers, like 40+ apps a day. I feel like there are not even that many legitima… more

Is anyone else having trouble relating to their friends/family about what they are going through? I've found that being laid off has been such a unique emotional rollercoaster, and it can be hard … more

I recently connected with a former co-worker to check in on how the job search is going. She found something, but in a completely different industry, and is starting with an entry-level position. I ha… more

Are you guys sad or angry?

I guess it’s always a mixture of both, but which one is more prevalent on you?

Hello,

I was affected by layoffs in February following an acquisition. I have six years of experience as an Account Manager and Channel Account Manager.

If you know of any job openings or could offer a referral, I … more

Where can I ask questions to current employees about the company? So I can see my company but how can I interact anonymously with other company any employees?

Any leads on remote roles that have email/chat support or at least not intense call volumes? Looking for a friend of mine who was recently laid off.

Recently transitioned to tech. Got laid off early January.
It's been a while. What did you do to survive?
What can you advice about staying resilient

Laid off from Intel June 2023, then got a job with Intel a year ago that lasted only until March 2024.

Laid off twice in a year. Some of that is due to me hitting what Indeed called this week "declining year… more

I need some advice & also preferably a Job Referreral. I've been in IT for 10 years and I've been mostly working client facing roles, I feel burned out and really want a change. I have a 4… more

Recruiters are telling me that employers don't hire IT employees with more than 6 months of experience gap. It seems like most employers have an automatic rejection built into their systems. In th… more

Anyone here from Invesco that is willing to give a referral?

Opening myself up here - which is difficult in its own right. I'm a VP of Account Management in the SaaS and digital professional services space. I've been unemployed for 14 months. I am truly scared.
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Where/how to find marketing work for tech companies? I’m pregnant and not nailing any interviews and running out of time. Just want some cash before I’m beholden to a sweet baby for a few months.

We have many open roles at TikTok / Bytedance across our global locations. Check our career sites for more details. Roles are 3-5 days in the office, no remote.

If you’d like a referral, DM me or leav… more