How to thrive in career uncertainty and stay positive during a long job search

EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max speaks with Kate Walker, HR and Leadership Consultant. Kate discusses how to thrive in career uncertainty and provides actionable insights and strategies to help you stay positive during a long and exhausting job search. 

 

QUOTES

• “I wouldn't say that when decisions are being made. Again, every layoff every situation is different. But if you were a high performer, a top performer, then someone may fight a little harder to keep you on.” – Kate Walker
• “I did not believe in moonlighting because I was more of the mindset, you know, you should be loyal to your company.” – Kate Walker
• “I think momentum is another name of the game and yeah, there can be days where you're down and out and it just feels overwhelming. And maybe those days that you plan to go do something for yourself you plan to just go to the park and or you know, take your animals out and play with them.” – Kate Walker

 

TIMESTAMPS

• [00:53] Kate’s story
• [04:53] Pivoting successfully
• [06:47] Building relationships and networking
• [09:09] Getting laid off, things will be okay
• [11:03] Working 2 full time jobs
• [13:11] Advice on getting laid off
• [16:12] Resources for improving job search
• [19:05] Using keywords; best practices
• [20:59] Getting desperate for a job?
• [23:14] Building rapport with professionals
• [24:46] Signs of potential layoff
• [28:29] Approaching an interview being let go from your previous job
• [33:40] Talking about personal baggage
• [36:45] Older professional getting laid off
• [42:13] Next steps after getting laid off
• [43:44] Kate’s biggest challenge and how she overcame

 

RESOURCES & RELEVANT LINKS

• Kate Walker Social Media:
  • Website
  • Linkedin
  • Instagram
• Chan With A Plan
• Max Chan on Social Media