What I've learned from putting myself out there.
Happy 2024 to you! Hope this message finds you well despite the challenges we've all faced lately. Last year was a rollercoaster for so many, and honestly, it feels like an understatement to say it was tough. There's been a lot of heartache and loss, and I genuinely feel for everyone going through a rough time. Jobs have been lost, some are still hanging in there without work, dealing with bills, mortgages, and all the craziness life throws our way. It's been a tough ride.
I've been working in Talent Acquisition for 15 years, leading global teams, diving deep into hiring trends, and building marketing and branding strategies for big-name companies. It's been an exciting process– creating hiring schemes, training fantastic recruiters, and meeting some incredible folks along the way. I've chatted with over a million people, sharing why they should join the companies I've worked with and getting to know their unique career journeys.
Like many,? I got laid off in October 2023, a first for me. And, like many of you, I've been applying to positions? left and right, reconnecting with old colleagues, trying to give myself a bit of a facelift career-wise, even exploring new industries. Gotta say, it's not easy out there. But, in the midst of the chaos, I've got this gut feeling that something good is around the corner.
This whole experience is also teaching me a thing or two about putting yourself out there. Mostly that it’s tough out there. And even worse when you're met with radio silence. But, you know what? We've got to keep at it. Job hunting is a crazy competitive game, and it's scary putting yourself out there, but vulnerability might just be the key to unlocking some seriously cool opportunities and growth.
Here are a few things I've been keeping in mind along the way:
It's a bumpy ride, and keeping a positive mindset is the real challenge. Focusing on the wins, staying strong when things get tough, and celebrating even the tiniest victories – that's what keeps me going.
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By putting myself out there with all the authenticity, confidence, and resilience I can muster, I'm holding onto the belief that the right opportunity is just around the corner. Today, I wanted to share my unfiltered journey with you. It's tough opening up, but I'm right there with you, and together, we'll push through this craziness.
Cheers to the journey
Cass ??
Student at University Canada West
10 个月Dear HR personalities and recruitment specialists, Greetings of the day. I have been actively looking for a job for one month and have applied for more than one hundred jobs through Indeed, but I haven’t gotten a single call from the employers' side. I have been actively dropping my resume through walking, and again, they responded that they are not hiring until March.?I am an MBA student who recently enrolled at the University of Canada West (UCW). I have 10 years of experience (recently five years in HR/recruitment and the remaining five years in the hospitality and mobility sectors in Nepal) I am new here in Canada and live in British Columbia, Surrey, Canada. I am open to working in any entry-level position where I can learn about the Canadian work culture. I appreciate your support. Thank you so much for your kind support. Regards, Rupak Dhakal 6725516413 #jobsearchincanada?#vancouverjobsearch?#HRINVANCOUVER?#recruiterinsurrey?#surreyjobs?#jobsearchincanada?#vancouver?#jobinvancouver?#jobinsurrey?#Richmondjob?#Joicejob?#Jobinbarnaby?#burnaby?#internationalstudents?#mbafreshers?#ucw?#UCWstudent#
Supervising Producer, Production Specialist, Operations Executive
10 个月I have been feeling a bit blue about the journey this week and reading your piece made me feel less alone and re-energized to keep moving ahead. Nice one Cassandra!
Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist (CANADA) | Sessional Instructor | WIA Mentorship Recruitment Lead | Women In Games Ambassador | Sr. Lighting Artist
10 个月Thank you for sharing your journey, it resonates so much with my own in the last year. Would love to meet up for coffee and catch up! ??
Senior Technical Recruiter @ Sony Pictures Imageworks ?????
10 个月Thank you, Nadia!
Strategic Communications Leader ?? I help for-purpose organisations amplify their impact with clear and aligned communication.
10 个月Your instinct is correct, Cassandra! Something great is around the corner ? You’re one of the kindest, smartest, most positive, and encouraging people I know. I just know you’ll find your next gig soon, and we’ll celebrate ?? (Also, one million people? Wowsers! That’s incredible!)