Half Life Show

20: How to become Layoff-Proof

September 10, 2023 Half Life Show

Description

Have you found yourself surprised when you were laid off from your company? Or have that nagging feeling you might lose your job when the economy takes a turn for the worse?

In this short episode, Vikram breaks down his 2-year framework for staying prepared, honing your skills, staying sharp and being ever prepared for your next gig or interview. With the proper mindset, you will notice when your job stops providing you value or realize how you can elevate yourself to the best version of you. Avoid walking in the footsteps of others and stay on the path of true success and personal fulfillment.

Chapters

00:00 Intro
00:57 Story of the Thanksgiving Turkey
01:57 Layoffs in tech companies
04:15 The near layoff experience
05:29 Average employment tenure
06:39 The 2-year employment framework 
08:53 Going beyond your job description
09:57 Read textbooks
10:51 Ask questions to learn
11:20 Keep a work journal
12:15 Outro


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