#resume

For those of us who received a later than expected VSP approval, and those that received an even much later than expected approval, all the way THROUGH 2028 which is absurd! My heart breaks for you all! Some are going to feel like they are being held captive, (PL we beg you to give us some grace and do not set ANYONE up). Some will go ahead and leave which I totally can understand. Prayers for everyone and to those that try to stick it out we stand with you. Just try to take it one day at a time. Do the best you can. Get mental health assistance offered through SpringHealth it is free, just try to turn a new leaf, remember things happen for a reason, be strong and get the $ that you so much deserve. Brush up your resume. I think most of us were getting used to the idea of being able to move on with our life and it definitely caught us off guard causing more anxiety. Time will go by fast! Counting down! Stay Strong and may Peace be with you all!

When your manager's manager bails without warning, the gossip mill goes into overdrive. We've already got a betting pool going on whether it's a coming layoff or just bad culture. Either way, I've updated my resume and started casually browsing. Call it survival instinct.

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2026/07/15/bny-ceo-robin-vince-goes-one-on-one-with-jim-cramer.html

Granted this comparison is Fin-tech vs Telco; but T stock has actually dropped under Stinky and this company’s stock has risen 290% since this guy took over… Robin Vince is doing SOMETHING right…

Stinky’s resume speaks for itself; stock holder devaluation, losing biz deals, failed ideas, failed vision, nearly zero respect from the employees and even losing respect of “The Market” he seems to favor. If only T could get a guy like this at the helm!!

Hey everyone! Let’s help each other out—drop your best resume tips or favorite formatting hacks below so we can all level up our applications!

People keep obsessing over whether layoffs are coming next week or next month, but that's not the right thing to focus on. You can't control when they happen. What you can control is how prepared you are. Update your resume, network, save some money. Once you've done that, the timeline becomes less important. You'll be ready either way.

I don't think we'll see another major round of layoffs anytime soon based on the pattern. But you should still keep your resume ready.

Sri Hosakote has a reputation as a ruthless decision-maker, and anyone who worked with him at Nile knows exactly what that means.

For the ESG folks, the easy days may be over. The rough stretch has begun.

Better start polishing those resumes.

Hopefully there won't be any layoffs in the near future, but there are some things you can do to be prepared in advance in the event you are impacted by a layoff.

Do not keep anything personal on your work PC. Usually, when you are laid-off, you lose immediate access to your PC and that may mean losing anything that you had on there that was actually yours. Think photos, personal documents, personal emails, etc.
Keep personal, non—confidential examples of your work, performance appraisals, pay information, raises and other work-related items in a place where you can access it if you can no longer access your work PC. You may need the work examples if you have to look for another job. Again, make sure you are not taking any documents that would be considered company confidential.
Keep an updated list of your contacts that you can access if you lose access to your work PC. Those contacts in your network may be essential if you are looking for work. They may be aware of jobs and can also be references. Or, these are just people you want to keep in touch with.
Layoffs are widespread right now and for many, they are lasting much longer than expected. Do a personal financial review to determine how financially prepared you are for a long layoff. Start putting some emergency money away if you need to.
Update your resume and LinkedIn profile. Get active on LinkedIn and demonstrate your expertise more publicly.
Follow Dan Goodman on LinkedIn. He does a great job in helping people understand their rights as employees and provides excellent advice on a broad range of employment topics.
What are some other things you would recommend to help someone be prepared for a possible layoff?

The big list is being finalized as we speak. Get your resumes dusted off, your lawyers dressed up, your data downloaded and your bathing suits on for a nice, forced summer vacation.
Much Love,
Boston Consulting Group and your Failed Leadership

I was notified today. People should not be surprised because they are like most other companies and really focused on AI efficiencies.

It never hurts to keep your resume updated and casually look even if not affected. It usually takes a couple of months to start getting good calls about jobs. Be hopeful that you will not be but start preparing as if you will.be one day.

Leadership keeps saying the office will help with teamwork and new ideas. I’m taking that as my reminder to clean up my resume.

Layoffs have intensified job competition, leading to faster resume screening. Recruiters prioritize clear professional summaries and relevant experience. Measurable achievements, not just responsibilities, attract attention. Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) require keyword optimization. Well-structured and easy-to-read formatting also improves a resume's effectiveness.

https://www.storyboard18.com/trending/what-recruiters-notice-first-when-reviewing-resumes-during-layoff-seasons-100525.htm

At the time it was brushed off as a “mistake”. Looking back, it feels a lot more like someone hit the button before they were supposed to.

If I were affected, I’d be paying very close attention to what’s coming next.

Get your resume updated and get your affairs in order.

I used to think that once I got a job at EM, I could stop looking and just settle in. I don't think that anymore. I've seen too many people blindsided by layoffs or PIPs, people who thought they were safe. Now I keep my resume updated and I browse listings even when I'm not actively searching. You never know when you'll need to move fast, and having a head start makes all the difference.

Read a scary post. Massive layoffs prepared for end of Q3. Polish your resumes.

I was laid off a few months ago and both I and most of my former coworkers still haven't found anything. Please make sure to update your resume now and reach out to your network. Don't put it off or think you're safe. Find something before they make the decision for you.

I spent a long time at Synopsys and I learned one thing above all else. No one is safe. The people who thought they were indispensable got cut just like everyone else. You are an at will employee which means they can let you go whenever they want. Job security is a myth. If you're smart, keep your resume updated and your network active.

My understanding is there will be another round of layoffs end of this month with the end date being middle of June. It is possible it slightly gets pushed back but from what I’m hearing they want the list locked and announced end of month. Optum insight and optum health for sure will be impacted.

Have that resume ready. It is
Not your fault. You all deserve a better company to work for.

Man, it seems like a lot of current Dell employees are submitting their resumes for my job opening. Maybe Dell will get a lot more people quitting and may see a mass exodus.I wonder what they will say why they are leaving.

So I put AI on tthe resume.

I can make CoPilot hallucinate with the best of them!

First, if you were laid off or soon to be laid off, I’m sorry that it happened to you. Unfortunately it’s a sign of the times.

In 2024 the RIF happened to me, I’d like to offer a few few suggested next steps to guide some of you through this process. This is just one person‘s advice, so take it or leave it at your leisure.

1.) Take some time to process your feelings. You will be hurt and angry and a whole bunch of other feelings that you may think would never happen to you.

2.) write down as many projects and details as you can remember in a notebook. You’ll need this for resumes and interviews later. You’ll also be surprised at how much you tend to forget once you no longer are in the day today rat race.

3.) if you’re eligible, get to know about the unemployment insurance process. Note that you’ll have to make a appearance in person and get approved before they start your benefits. Also, this can only happen after your last day at Nike. Learn the process now and prepare accordingly. Know that unemployment payments are really not gonna amount to much, so don’t count on them helping you cover all of your bills.

3.) your severance will only be taxed around 20%. You think you’ll have hit a windfall, only to end up owing a bunch of taxes next year. Don’t spend it all and make sure to save some for taxes. In fact, if you plan to get another job this year, more than likely, you’ll end up owing taxes next year.

4.) brush up your résumé even if you don’t intend to get a job right away. That act of realigning your professional documentation will help you get your ducks in a row.

5.) start leveraging your network now, ensuring that you have a strong support system, as well as ideas of next roles.

6.) don’t get a job right away. Take some time to de-corporatize yourself and spend time with family and friends. Try not to blow your severance as you’ll be relying on this to help pay bills during the time you’re unemployed.

7.) stop reading this job board, it’s only gonna make you more depressed and angry. If you’ve been laid off, there’s nothing you can do about it…accept the situation and move on (somehow).

Good luck!

There is an option to receive outplacement services as part of the severance plan agreement. Has anyone gotten this and is it worthwhile? I'm thinking it just covers resume creation & feedback, interview preparation, job search strategies, etc. Stuff I already did or are doing already but I wanted to compare notes with you all. Thanks!

Is anyone else seeing a sudden increase in invites for attending career related sessions? In Greensboro/Triad they just keep coming out. Resume building, networking, luncheons with leaders on career paths. Why so many all of a sudden? Anyone other areas seeing the same?

You will hear it first here

I was at Xerox for about 40 years as a worker bee (non-management). Retired in 2020 after waiting for a vrif or irif package that I was never eligible for ( for one reason or another). So I left on my own accord (at 62). Best thing I ever did. Even back then the writing was on the wall. Carl had already taken over the CEO and board and it was only a matter of time. I know I was lucky but also calculated health subsidies at a lower income and had a few $$ put away just in case. Yes, I was an oldtimer with a pension and 401k. But its been 6 years and i havent touched either. If your young get that resume updated (by a professional if necessary, they have contacts you dont). If your old enough, Don't wait for the package, you may wind up with nothing. Bankruptcy will likely effect any pension payouts. BTW, if your in the US the best investment is your HSA. No tax in or out and can invest it all. I lowered my 401k to max out HSA. Best retirement planning I did.

If you didn’t get Nike shoes, prepare thy self. You are being 9 boxed!! Update that resume!

Yearly spring cleaning time at OpenText.

Brush off your resumes !

I started with the company back in 2015 and I've seen four different management structures. The pattern is always the same. You get a manager who is charming in meetings but completely absent when you need support. I recently had a weekly catch-up that started giving me a knot in my stomach. It was never about development or help, just a list of things that needed to be done yesterday. I finally updated my resume this week. It feels like the only way to protect your peace is to leave.

New low-oh-oh-oh oh-oh (NKOTB jingle). Wow, we're really sinking, gang. How long do y'all think we will circle the drain until we're under a buck? Will the savings from the layoffs keep our heads above water in Q2? I'm in the weeds trying to keep up the work of three as is. Time to update that resume.

Link below...

# How Experienced Professionals Are Still Getting Hired in a Biased Market

Many late-career professionals are being pushed out of roles earlier than expected. Some are encouraged into early retirement despite not being ready. Yet a significant number are still landing strong opportunities. Their success is not accidental. It reflects a strategic shift in how they approach the job market.

The hiring system often works against older candidates. Automated screening, compensation assumptions, and implicit bias create structural barriers. Waiting for fairness is ineffective. The professionals who succeed adapt instead.

## 1. Rewrite the Resume Around Results

Most seasoned candidates write resumes that read like job descriptions. That approach fails. Employers care about outcomes, not responsibilities.

Instead of listing duties, quantify impact:

• Reduced time to hire by 35 percent by implementing performance metrics.
• Generated 12 million in revenue and captured 18 percent market share in nine months.
• Increased operational efficiency through process redesign and KPI tracking.

Numbers signal business value. Decades of experience provide a deep well of measurable results. That is a competitive advantage when presented clearly.

It is also advisable to remove unnecessary age signals. Graduation dates, roles older than 15 to 20 years, and outdated technical skills add little value and may introduce bias.

## 2. Close Skill Gaps With Precision

Generic learning is inefficient. Instead:

1. Review 10 job postings in your field.
2. Identify repeated skills and language.
3. Compare them against your resume and profile.

If data driven decision making appears frequently, show metrics. If stakeholder engagement is emphasized, highlight examples clearly. Targeted alignment matters more than broad training.

Applied AI literacy is increasingly important. You do not need to be an expert. You do need practical usage. Identify one manual task in your field and automate or streamline it. Then quantify the improvement. Demonstrating real application shifts perception from outdated to current.

## 3. Build Relationships Before You Need Them

Desperate outreach rarely works. Reconnecting only when unemployed offers little incentive for others to help.

Instead:

• Reengage former colleagues while employed.
• Offer value before asking for favors.
• Stay visible in your industry by contributing insights and commentary.

The objective is referral access. Entering through trusted networks reduces dependence on automated screening systems.

## 4. Consider Fractional or Project Based Work

Full time employment is not the only option. Fractional roles are expanding across finance, marketing, HR, and operations. Many companies want senior expertise without full time overhead.

Working 10 to 20 hours per week across multiple organizations can:

• Provide income diversification.
• Offer schedule flexibility.
• Match or exceed full time compensation in some cases.

Framing your value as a targeted solution to a specific problem often makes hiring decisions easier for companies.

## 5. Reframe How You Describe Yourself

Avoid emphasizing years of experience. Instead, focus on problems solved.

Not:
"I am a marketing manager with 20 years of experience."

Instead:
"I help B2B SaaS companies scale from 1 to 10 million in revenue by building demand generation systems."

Organizations do not buy tenure. They buy results.

## Adapt Strategy, Not Expectations

The system may not change quickly. Bias and automation are real constraints. The professionals who continue to get hired share consistent behaviors:

• Quantified resumes
• Targeted skill alignment
• Practical AI usage
• Strategic networking
• Openness to alternative work structures
• Outcome based positioning

The market rewards relevance and measurable value. Position yourself accordingly.

• This is from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSblhOCY6bM

They wiped so many people. Update your resume, find something and Gtfo. If you see an internal listing, it’s a trap. We all sat around and asked ourselves when. When is here. Good luck.

There are two types of people at Xerox: (1) those coasting to retirement who are likely 55 and older who don't need another job, and (2) those with a career ahead of them.

If you are in group (1) then congrats on your upcoming retirement, it's likely to happen within the next year.

If you are in group (2) then I really hope you have your resume up to date, and are at a minimum exploring opportunities. Make connections to recruiters and other companies who are in your area, or who offer remote work if that's something you do. It can never hurt to get your name out there, even if it's simply to practice the interview process if you've spent most of the last couple decades at Xerox.

Group (2) might have years left, or days, you really never know. It's much easier to find a job when you have a job, than have to be under the stress of interviewing when you have no income or healthcare.

And no matter what, keeping your skills up to date is up to you. Xerox is unlikely to invest in you, but if you can find skill sets that compliment what you already know, or better yet help Xerox so you can justify continuing to build up those skill sets, then go for it!

Good luck to everybody tomorrow. I have a feeling that it is not going to be that large, but we'll continue to see these targeted reductions throughout the year.

Working every contact, and applying for anything where my skills might fit. I'm becoming desperate. One single interview, and it didn't work out. It's as bad out there as everyone says. Watching Open Text's nosedive is freaking me out. We knew things were bad, and layoffs became the norm, but this feels like the death throes.

Is this what Sandip Dorkani meant by 100x, crashing the stock price? 52 week low of 234 could be reached at this point. One disaster after another lately with leadership. Brush up your resume and look elsewhere, the only thing that will 100x now is layoffs, if that is even possible

TMO does not give a sh-t about anyone. The we are a people first company mantra they constantly push is complete BS. TMO is a profit and growth first company, we the people are nothing more than a means to that end.

If you have not been impacted by any of the layoffs, don’t get comfortable and think that you’re safe. It’s only a matter of time before we are all walking out the door.

Update your résumé, and start applying for jobs now. The average job search is 6 to 9 months in this economy. Starting your job search now gets you ahead of that curve and if you get an interview, it helps you shake off the cobwebs and fine tune in your interview skills if it’s been a while. If by chance you get a job offer, you can always say no thanks.

Stop drinking The magenta Kool-Aid, you’re only going to get run over by the magenta bus in the end.
Stop believing all of the BS that Srini, Katz, Frier, King, etc spew they’re telling you what they want to hear to increase their bank accounts.

I learned from a recruiter yesterday that when you submit an application to a job board etc., do not put work history on your resume over / past 20 years. Apparently, the AI screening tools will automatically reject the resume if "they" see anything older than 20 years. Good luck out there!

I will have to re-do my resume!

Remember

People who are:
Conscientious
Educated
Loyal
Ethical
…often suffer more in systems that quietly reward politics.
You didn’t fail the system. The system failed you.
That realization is painful — but also freeing.
You are not behind.
You are not broken.
You are transitioning out of a place that could not hold you with integrity.

Onward and Upward!

https://www.cracked.com/blog/the-6-most-effective-ways-to-lie-your-resume

Get that resume updated for anything that's coming up sooner than expected..

1. Always Be “Market-Ready”

Job security in tech no longer comes from tenure—it comes from readiness.
• Update your resume every 3–6 months, even if you’re happy
• Keep a running list of accomplishments with metrics (your “brag doc”)
• Take occasional recruiter calls to understand your market value

Think of this as maintenance, not job hopping.

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1. Build Transferable, Layoff-Resistant Skills

Roles disappear faster than skills.
• Stay close to revenue, customers, or measurable cost savings
• Cross-skill across functions (ex: product + data, engineering + cloud, ops + automation)
• Prioritize tools and platforms used broadly across the industry

Ask yourself: If my job vanished tomorrow, what skill would still be in demand?

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1. Network Before You Need It

Most roles are filled through people, not postings.
• Reconnect with former colleagues regularly
• Be helpful without asking for anything in return
• Stay lightly visible on LinkedIn by commenting and sharing insights

Networking works best when it’s ongoing—not urgent.

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1. Learn to Read Early Warning Signs

Layoffs rarely come without signals.
Common red flags include:
• Hiring freezes or denied backfills
• “Efficiency,” “realignment,” or “focus on core priorities” language
• Sudden leadership changes or org reshuffles
• Increased consultant or vendor presence

When multiple signs appear, quietly accelerate your search.

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1. Maintain a Financial Safety Net

A financial cushion gives you leverage and calm.
• Aim for 3–6 months of expenses if possible
• Avoid lifestyle inflation after bonuses or raises
• Treat severance as a bonus, not a plan

Money buys time. Time buys better decisions.

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1. Separate Identity From Employer

Even great companies lay off great people.
• Layoffs are usually about timing and macro conditions, not performance
• Your career is a portfolio, not a single company bet
• Measure success by skills gained and impact delivered, not titles held

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1. Adopt the Right Mindset
   • Loyalty should be to your career, not a logo
   • Staying prepared is not disloyal—it’s responsible
   • Mobility is the new stability

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Bottom Line

Surviving mass tech layoffs means always being ready to move—even when you don’t plan to.
Those who fare best are not the most loyal, but the most prepared, adaptable, and connected.