The Job GYM

  CV - Create an online presence On your profile, remember to include: An engaging headline that will showcase your career experience A recent and professional profile headshot A brief list of your key skills which provides a snapshot of your current role remit Any professional qualifications you may have as well as any LinkedIn groups you may be a part of.

  Career Planning - Upskilling   Periodically determine what skills you need to enhance or are being asked for in your particular domain.  You can look at job boards to determine new skills and ones that you might need to specialize in. This has to be slow chipping away for short certificates, recognized training and long-term study,

  Career Planning - Career plan checklist You need to undertake proper planning, through research, and setting short, medium, and long-term career goals is key to achieving success in your field. Beyond getting certificates and training, there are a number of factors to consider when planning stages in your career. Which industries do you want to work in? Do you want to be promoted to a particular position? What technology interests you? What motivates you? What do you not like doing? What work-life balance do you want? What are the key things that you are looking for in a job?

  Bounce Back - redundancy time Take a breath and take off a week and plan your next journey Check all your spending and remove as many items as possible or renegotiate pick up your TODO list and finish these items while starting to apply for roles Upskill or reskill to get your next position Do not splurge your redundancy payment Get your CV, online profile, and interview readiness current and polished

  Bounce Back - raise self-confidence find a purpose it's a temporary situation do not stress about the situation start a project document your journey - good, balance, and progress manage your time correctly and make sure your have ME time

  Bounce Back - Mental Health Find a support network to manage your mental health Talk to people about your issue most will be happy to help without any problems Talk to telephone support in times of crisis Remember that what you think is the end of the world will pass over time Reach out to channels that you feel most comfortable about

  Bounce Back - finding a purpose when work stops It will be normal that you feel a sense of loss as work takes up so much of your day, you have security with a structured day and the salary allows you to live a specific lifestyle. remove unwanted expenses as soon as possible upskill or reskill to get back into work try to look for jobs around your salary to get a better search area update your online presence and CV write a journal of how you feel, todo lists and jobs applied, and feedback try to enjoy your time away from work and complete your private TODO list Do you have any other ideas that you would like to share?