I’ve been looking for another job for three months now. Got some offers, most of them underpaid. There was literally one which was good in every respect, but it didn’t work out. I’ve recently widened the scope, going for jobs far out, including govt jobs. What are your experiences? Do you have any ideas, recommendations, anything?
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I was laid off from Nielsen in the second half or 2023. It was hard to find a job since it's a competitive job market. I really worked hard to prepare for the multiple interviews required for a job. It's a roller coaster ride waiting for the responses to job applications, so I found what worked for me was to apply to a lot of jobs every day. Once I stepped up my game, studied, got some certifications, and got practice at interviewing, I got multiple offers and landed a job. I love my job now! The hours are reasonable and I'm getting paid 30% more. I was at Nielsen for a long time and remember the fun times 20+ years ago. I did gain some good skills there so that was useful in my interviews. As far as work, most places are likely better than working at Nielsen, but you won't find a job as easily as in the past, and are going to have to take the time and prepare well.
The guide pinned to the top is extremely helpful in scoring a government job.
https://www.reddit.com/r/usajobs/s/NQKnKN6jF1
If you have any government job fairs in the area definitely try that as well.
For me, Nielsen went from being my dream job to the most toxic environment I have ever been in. I left a few months ago and couldn't be happier!
My recommendation is take anything you can so you get away from that sh-t (your future self will thank you) even when that means that you'll start your new job still looking for something better. It is a tough market out there. Good luck!
I’m hearing government contract jobs are the way to go! Good Luck!