Layoffs and hiring freezes are growing rapidly, but the labor market is still strong. Some workers are implementing a new concept called "career cushions" to prepare themselves in case of an unexpected job loss. According to LinkedIn statistics, members added 365 million skills to their profiles in 2022, which is a 43% increase from the previous year.
Many employees are "career cushioning," which means they actively seek new employment opportunities and plan to transition out of their current position as soon as possible. The term cushioning is borrowed from the dating approach that involves considering other choices to soften the shock of a breakup. In the workplace, this expression means preparing for the unexpected by keeping your options open and ensuring you have a safe place to land. Career cushioning includes preventative measures, like updating one's skill set, networking, and applying for open positions.
In this week’s career advancement edition of The Free Retree Show, career advisor Sergio Patterson shares how career cushioning can help you prepare for a job loss. Get tips on how to safeguard your career through career cushioning!
What you’ll learn in this episode:
S1 EP12: 7 Tips for Working from Home
S1 EP11: 7 Tips to Survive and Thrive in a Market Downturn
S1 EP10: COVID-19 & CARES ACT...Financial Relief Information
S1 EP9: Top Characteristics of Successful People. Interview with CEO Carl Reinhardt
S1 EP8: STRESS… Silicon Valley’s Dirty Secret. 7 Tips to Manage Work-Life Balance.
S1 EP7: Dr. Dexter Hadley on AI & Big Data in Health Care. And the Power of Self-Belief.
S1 EP6: Must Knows For a Real Estate Transaction
S1 EP5: The Financial Strength You Need To Purchase A Home
S1 EP4: Silicon Valley Company Culture & 7 Essential Tips For Your Retirement Account
S1 EP3: Managing Finances With Your Significant Other
S1 EP2: Does College Impact Career Success?
S1 EP1: Filtering Out the Noise
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