What Should a Recruiter Do After Getting Laid off?

Posted by Jonathan Kidder on January 24, 2023January 27, 2023

Dealing with the emotions of being laid off can be challenging. It’s normal to experience a range of feelings during such a significant change. Here are some suggestions to help you move forward in your career.

After a layoff, there are several steps you can take to move forward and find new employment:

Process your feelings: Losing your job can be a difficult and emotional experience. It’s important to take the time to process your feelings and come to terms with the change.
Update your resume and LinkedIn profile: Make sure your resume and LinkedIn profile are up-to-date and highlight your skills and accomplishments. This will make it easier for you to apply for jobs and connect with potential employers.
Network: Reach out to your professional network, including former colleagues, friends and family, and let them know you are looking for a new job. They may have leads or be able to connect you with potential employers.
Search for job openings: Use job search engines, company career pages and professional networking sites to find job openings that match your skills and experience.
Consider additional education or training: If you are finding it difficult to find a job in your field, consider additional education or training to develop new skills and increase your marketability.
Seek for help: Reach out to organizations that provide career counseling, job search assistance, and other resources to help you find a new job.
Take care of yourself: Finding a new job can be stressful and time-consuming. Remember to take care of yourself, both physically and mentally, during this time.
Be open to different opportunities: Be open to different types of jobs, industries and locations. Sometimes, a new opportunity can lead to a better fit, or a chance to learn new skills and grow in your career.

Here’s Some Resources to Help with your Search:

Job search engines: Websites like Indeed, LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and Monster are popular job search engines that allow users to search for jobs by keyword, location, and industry.
Company career pages: Many companies have their own career pages on their websites, where they post job openings and accept applications.
Professional networking sites: Websites like LinkedIn allow users to connect with potential employers, search for job openings, and apply for jobs.
Recruiting agencies: Recruiting agencies can help match job seekers with potential employers and provide career counseling and job search assistance.
Employee Referral Programs: Many companies offer employee referral programs which can be a great way to get your foot in the door with a company you are interested in.
Social media: Many companies and recruiters use social media like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to post job openings and interact with potential candidates.
Government websites: Some government websites like USAJobs, help job seekers to find job openings in government agencies and organizations.
Virtual Career Fairs: Virtual career fairs are becoming increasingly popular and are a great way to connect with recruiters and learn about job opportunities without the need to travel.

Here’s my Favorite Recruiting Tool to Use in a Job Search: Simplify

This tool will help you auto-populate applications to make it easier to apply for roles online. You can learn more about the extension tool (here).

Finally, use Chat GPT to rewrite your resume and LinkedIn profile for free.

Hire a Recruiting Training Coach:

A recruiting trainer can provide recruiters with the knowledge and skills they need to be more effective in their job. They can teach recruiters how to find and attract top talent, how to conduct effective interviews, and how to negotiate job offers. Investing in yourself will get you to the next level and make you stand above the competition.

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Jonathan Kidder

With more than 12 years of recruitment experience, Jonathan has helped startups and small businesses find the talent they need. He runs the blog WizardSourcer, which explores the latest trends in talent sourcing, provides reviews of recruitment tools, and features interviews with prominent figures in the industry.