July 16, 2011
I received another question, this time from a past client of mine. We optimized his profile a few months ago and as he had expected might happen, he was let go just yesterday. Here is his email and my response…
Donna –
I unfortunately have been given notice by my company, and I am negotiating severance. Can you do me a favor and give me a couple tips and ideas on how and when to update my profile. Obviously, there are a lot of contacts I have in the industry and personal.
Thanks,
Nick
Dear Nick,
Take a couple days to breath and then when you are back and balanced, roll up your sleeves and get started. Here is a list of things you can do.
Remember, when one door closes, another opens! I have been laid off numerous times and each time something better was waiting for me. You will be fine!
Your profile is already optimized but it might be a good idea for us to go through and do a
LinkedIn Makeover Update to make sure all the last bits are included and your profile is positioned for job search.
–Donna
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Hi Donna,
I found this article of interest as I’m exactly in this situation right now!
I was hired a little over a month ago and laid off this week. Revenue streams not scaling were cited as the reason and I had no warning. Clearly it was a business decision.
I purchased the job seeker acc and my LinkedIn profile is that of an all star. If I were to put an end date now, would it a) be down publicly b) detrimental to finding a position?
Donna,
I am becoming one of your biggest fans. You have hit on a subject that strikes fear in the hearts of many, with unfortunate and unneccesary consequences– namely the loss of confidence (or even misplaced embarrassment) that causes people to wait too long to get back into the workplace.
Your advice is both positive and sensible. Great tips!