Here's how you can rebuild your network and forge connections in your desired industry post-layoff.

Reach out to former colleagues and inform them about your situation. They may have moved into the industry you are targeting and refer you. Engage in online communities. Join forums, social media groups, and discussion boards related to the industry and start educating yourself around the main trends to make a connection with your existing skillset. How could add value? Solve existing challenges? What transferable skills can you bring to the table? Request informational interviews with people in your targeted industry and learn about their career path/ insights. Last but not least, relentlessly pursue continuous learning. Search for online training programs to stay updated with industry trends.

It’s an amazing opportunity when you are ‘exited’ from an employer. Take time to review how you should reinvent yourself for the next step up or sideways. If you have a little money from the exit, use the time wisely to reflect, but don’t squander it. Some people spend 40 years without this chance to reposition. It’s golden if you use it correctly.

It’s an amazing opportunity when you are ‘exited’ from an employer. Take time to review how you should reinvent yourself for the next step up or sideways. If you have a little money from the exit, use the time wisely to reflect, but don’t squander it. Some people spend 40 years without this chance to reposition. It’s golden if you use it correctly.

This is critical. Completely revisit every line in your resume. Why is it there? How will it secure your next job? Jettison anything that’s not going to get your next interview and fine tune the rest to truly be your shop window.

Same as your resume, completely revisit every line in your LI profile. Why is it there? How will it secure your next job? Jettison anything that’s not going to get your next interview and fine tune the rest to truly be you shop window. Get active, post stuff, comment and like on posts that align with your next planned journey. If you have a little spare cash then upgrade so you can reach out to new and important contacts directly. Get creative, but don’t exaggerate, build your transition into a compelling story for your future

LinkedIn is crucial for professional growth. Regularly updating your profile with new skills and experiences keeps it relevant. Craft a clear, goal-oriented summary, reconnect with former colleagues, and engage with industry professionals via personalized messages. Join groups and discussions to enhance visibility and stay updated on trends.

Industry events are vital for networking and growth. Attend relevant conferences, webinars, and meetups. Prepare an elevator pitch outlining your background and career goals. These events can forge meaningful connections, offering advice, support, and potential job leads.

Events are like what's new happening in the domain. It gives you cutting edge technologies, information, connect, network, and many new perspectives. This is also helpful to understand the new possibilities and new skill requirements.

Volunteering in your industry showcases initiative and passion, allowing you to demonstrate skills and work ethic. It expands your network with professionals who can attest to your abilities, potentially leading to opportunities beyond traditional job searches.

Volunteering can be much broader than most people think. Almost any kind of non profit organisation has a strong urge for people to help them with hands on, bringing in networks or knowledge and management skills. Never feel reserved to offer them your help and think about it as a time investment.