Question for the more seasoned consultants, these layoffs and overall downturn in our industry, is it an annual cycle? Or is this abnormally bad

I was recently laid off and I am actively search for a new role. I am mainly targeting Business Analyst, ScrumMaster, Product Analyst, roles but I am open to others.

Must be located in Austin, Texas or fully remote.

EXP
5 Mo- Business Analyst 3
1.5 Y- Venture Capital Associate
1.5 Y- Strategic Planning Analyst

Certifications
ScrumMaster
Specialist Accounting and Finance
Specialist Business Intelligence

Contact
737-707-5156
ajaspercannon@gmail(dot)com
www.linkedin(dot)com/in/jcstrategy

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