I’m still employed but sensing I’m about to be laid off... is it wrong if I start interviewing?

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No. Don’t wait. You might find a better job anyway.

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Please do. That stuff takes time anyways. Doesnt hurt.

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Why would it be wrong to make sure that you don't find yourself in a bad situation?

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Holding companies owe you nothing! If you’ve already received messages from recruiters on LinkedIn, it probably doesn’t hurt to start chatting with them :)
Good luck and stay safe!

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You can start interviewing anytime even if you’re not about to be laid off.

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That’s true, I guess I never considered it before - thank you!

I imagine the usual. Works starts to slow a lot more, your superiors now asked to be :cced on more than usual. You feel the air and "vibe" around like in cartoons before an atomic bomb drops.

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Sorry if this is TMI but what are some cues you are sensing?

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Start just in case. I heard omnicom health is hiring.

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Lol I literally just found a great posting from them, thanks! For “where did you hear about this role,” I’ll be sure to say “from a kind anonymous AD”... Thank you:)

Always be talking! Never hurt nobody.

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You should always be out there knowing what’s available, and knowing your market value. Nobody is looking out for your career but you.

And, in case it helps ease your anxiety... entry level positions aren’t at the top of the list when it comes to layoffs. It’s not a significant impact on the bottom line. Of course it could still happen, but you’re far from the first person they would be looking at.

Now get out there and make some people want you. Worst case, you stay at your job but feel more confident in your ability to find another job. Best case, you get an offer at a better shop for better money. All upside.

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Thank you MD, really appreciate it!

Thank you @Havas and @President! It felt wrong talking to a recruiter in between responding to emails for my team today... but really trying to stay employed and learning (because I’m so early in my career) so I really appreciate the opportunities

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