There have been significant layoffs across many industries this year, but especially in tech. What advice would you give a sales rep to help them bounce back after losing their job?
Negotiate a better severance package7%
Take a break (i.e. prioritize personal well-being)7%
Polish and update resume ASAP7%
Hire a career/life coach
Invest in training/classes/skill development13%
Network extensively53%
Consider alternate careers
Enhance online presence/brand13%
Something else (comment below!)
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If you can get good at networking, you might be able to get away without a resume.<br><br>Though you still probably want to make sure your LinkedIn is on point.
100% Networking!
However, this assumes the sales rep has been building strong relationships well in advance.
Network like crazy and get your mental health right. Process what happened, take some time to yourself, and apply those sales skills to networking! How? Block off an hour or two a day to networking and work on yourself and your well-being the rest. With some skill, you'll be back in a job in no time
NETWORK! 100%
Looking for a job is simply selling your own skills! Many of the same skills a sales rep has from their sales experience will apply to finding a new job.
Some of these skills include investing in your own growth, ensuring you have a robust personal presence online, building relationships with people and gaining their trust (networking!), and talking with many companies. Also, don't waste any of the shots you take because any interaction may be the one that will lead to a new role! Always give it your best. Do your homework on the industry, role, company, and hiring team and convince them that they cannot afford to pass you up!
You can network your buns off but you STILL need a great resume!! You want one that you feel proud to send out and that adequately communicates how amazing you are with DATA and IMPACT!