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I am getting interviews and want to just focus on networking, getting more referrals, and interviewing at a high level. Considering also asking to be laid off

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In this economy? I’d be hesitant. But my field (PLC automation) is so lucrative that I would have no problem leaving *before* applying.

Correct me if I’m wrong, but isn’t “asking to be laid off” just another way of being fired? Isn’t it like asking “Hey I want to quit but I also want unemployment benefits.”

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yeah you’re exactly right. i want unemployment benefits lol

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I mean, I basically quite quit when I left McKinsey. I had plenty of savings and knew I didn’t want to stay.

But unless your company is actively doing layoffs -and- has subtly asked for volunteers or you’re close enough with your manager to hint it, asking to be laid off doesn’t really work

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