The company I am currently working for has gone through multiple rounds of layoffs. Although I managed to avoid the earlier rounds, I am still unsure if I will be included in the final list. I am not sure whether I should choose "freedom" or "staying in the current situation". In reality, I know very little about the harsh job market outside, and I can only understand the actual situation after sending out resumes and attending interviews. Most of my friends have found good jobs, which is different from what is being said online. Although finding a job is not difficult, there are not many opportunities for significant job changes and salary increases. The number of positions in big companies is also limited. If I were to be laid off, I would take the following measures:
- Rest for a week: Completely disconnect from any work or technical-related matters. After three consecutive years of work, I should take a good rest. During these two weeks, I will stay at home, go to the library, spend time with my parents, walk the dog, play with the cat, and plan for future travels. In reality, I don't have any particular hobbies that I am deeply passionate about.
- Travel for a week: At this point, I might start feeling anxious, but traveling can temporarily help me forget about the anxiety. I would choose Taiwan or Thailand as my travel destination.
- Update my resume for four days: The last time I updated my resume was the previous time.
- Prepare for interviews for two weeks: I will organize and refresh my memory on relevant knowledge points.
- Start sending out resumes: The timing is not fixed, and I will start sending out resumes according to my preferences. Of course, I will also seek referrals from friends.
According to my plan, my goal is to secure my first job offer within three months. Of course, the premise of this plan is that I will be laid off. Wish me luck!