You’re not alone. How To Prepare for Layoffs in 2024 + Red Flags (from a Google UX designer)

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[@Phantomyre]

Oddly timed. I just got laid off from HP Inc, but they're kinda know for laying off folks as of late. But it's nevertheless painful. This just further encourages to not have company loyalty. It's every man for himself. I learned that you never want to be comfortable. The minute you get too comfortable, you are in trouble. Best to not stay in a company for more than 2-3 years. And always stay active like you mentioned. No industry is safe from layoffs, recessions, etc. Some departments might be better than some, but none are completely safe, and it will fluctuate. Tech used to be the 'safe' career. Not anymore. Just goes to show we should just focus on what we're really interested and be willing to work really hard at it. I think something to also keep in mind is thinking about if we ever plan on being self-employed at some point. I realize that isn't an option or desire for everyone, but there's just something very dehumanizing about the whole work culture of begging someone else to hire you. Just having that option on the side would be helpful, which goes back to also having side incomes.

[@rahpstudio]

+100 to everything you said! I would also add that creating something of your own on the side also helps. It could be anything, a youtube channel, an etsy shop, a blog, a side gig, anything that is your own endeveaour, something you can call your own, is really empowering and can both help you stand out and give you something to feel confident about when your main job / main career / day job don't fulfill you or dispose of you like you're just a number. That's why this channel and this community mean so much to me, even if I can't dedicate my full attention to it all the time. 💛 ✨

[@lolaye2776]

Omg same thing that happened to you at Wish happened to me last year! Didn't act on red flags fast enough and got laid off late 2023 on my PTO lol. I resonate with you on every, single, point. Thanks for putting this out here. Solidarity with all my UX/product designers out there!

[@rahpstudio]

OMG I'm so sorry that happened to you but I hope you are in a better place now. I'm sending you positive vibes for 2024! 💛 ✨

[@tonyr7000]

Thank you for sharing! Really anxiety ridden times :(

[@rahpstudio]

You're welcome and, I know 😔

[@andrewkim1422]

Always nice to listen your experience & tips with insights. Glad you shared your stories with us. Keep up the good work!

[@rahpstudio]

Thank you for the feedback, I will keep pushing on! 💛

[@junekim-j2l]

I will be graduating this spring but have no idea how to prepare for this economy...

[@rahpstudio]

It's definitely tough but you are not alone! We are all in this together 💛

[@fancifrance4039]

I am a director for a large company and can tell you with certainty that the layoffs are due to over hiring. I have always kept my teams lean and NEVER had to lay off, although an unpopular practice. The over hiring is due to well-spoken leaders not having the talent to streamline work efficiently and effectively.

[@rahpstudio]

This is very true and a lot of company laying people off overhired during the pandemic. Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us!

[@andreia4764]

Thank you for your insights. I am feeling my company is doing good

[@rahpstudio]

That's great to hear! I'm wishing you all the best in 2024 💛 ✨

[@marialuisalichia94]

Happened to me. There was no clear department plan, creation of data warehouse was halted. No news from upper management. Got laid of this Jan 2024.

[@rahpstudio]

OMG I'm so sorry that this happened to you, nobody deserves this. 😔 I'm sending you so many positive vibes and hope that you find an incredible opportunity in 2024. ✨

[@ChirretePetriste]

I know how it feels. It sucks!

[@rahpstudio]

I know :/

[@moooooooooooooooooooooooooo]

there is definitely enough going on to keep us up at night

[@rahpstudio]

So true :/

[@Susan-ms1wm]

If these tech employees that got laid off, I would get a bunch of tech gurus from every level and every angle and I would start a tech learn online blog, youtube and where ever else they can. Tech jobs will come back I do believe that but when that is the issue. I think people who actually work in the field and knows the ins and outs of the tech field better then the colleges. Most people or should I say a lot of people can't afford college, and they have a degree and can't get a job it is just a waist of money and puts people in debt. If I were these laid of people I would teach online some do this some do that at a reasonable price for the classes. Not hundreds for on line class but an affordable price so anyone can join and learn. That is what I would start up doing because tech jobs I do believe will come back.

[@aqsaahmad8469]

Hi, I'm Aqsa from Pakistan. I want to work at Google; it's my dream. I have one year of experience and am currently looking for an online internship or a job at Google. I would appreciate your tips

[@rahpstudio]

Hi! I think the best tip I can give is to get work experience, develop a portfolio of work, and apply until you get the job. If you can get a referral that’s even better but not required. There was no secret ingredient to my application process, I just worked my butt off and kept applying after my rejections. Don’t give up, you got this!

[@aqsaahmad8469]

@@rahpstudio I'm doing same thing I'm currently doing freelance projects and also getting course's on Coursera

[@moritz_p]

Regarding downloading your work: Isn't your work product property of the company? I have no idea what it's like in the US but I would be hella careful with this stuff, it sounds illegal and it could screw you years down the road.

[@rahpstudio]

Yes, definitely only download the work that is launched / public or close to launching so you don't get in trouble. Great callout, thank you!

[@souleater0815]

1. Never show anything that isnt live. 2. Always password protect the Case Studies section of your portfolio.

[@fancifrance4039]

Create a solution for the masses using your talent and networking skills. I'm not sure if content creating is becoming saturated. If interested, I would like to collaborate. I am working on a solution to get doctors paid correctly, the first attempt.

[@rahpstudio]

Thanks for the opportunity but I'm currently working full-time while creating content on KZbin so I don't have the bandwidth to help.