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Published Apr 10, 2020

337: COVID Clearly Crushing Careers | Feedback Friday

Jordan Harbinger and Jason DeFillippo tackle the impact of COVID-19 on careers, offering advice on networking, remote work adaptation, and proactive job search, while Dorie Clark shares empowering strategies for coming out in unsupportive environments.
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  • Networking

    Networking is crucial for job security, especially during uncertain times like the COVID-19 pandemic. emphasizes the importance of maintaining a strong network, likening it to an insurance policy that money cannot buy. He shares that many people who previously dismissed networking are now struggling to find jobs and are realizing the value of connections 1. adds that now is the perfect time to engage in networking activities, such as the Six-Minute Networking course, which can be done in just a few minutes a day 2.

    You dug a hole. It looked like a well, but there was no water in it. Oops.

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    Building and maintaining a network is a habit that should not be ignored, especially in challenging times.

       

    Remote Work

    Adapting to remote work is essential for freelancers during the pandemic. suggests pricing onsite work higher than remote services to encourage clients to choose remote options 3. He also recommends creating different pricing tiers to accommodate various client needs, such as having an onsite employee assist remotely. This strategy can help freelancers maintain their business while ensuring safety.

    Eventually this problem will solve itself as people get used to new ways of doing things.

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    highlights the growing acceptance of remote work as companies adapt to new norms, suggesting that this trend will continue post-pandemic 4.

       

    Job Hunting

    Job hunting during a pandemic presents unique challenges, but persistence and adaptability are key. advises job seekers to remain proactive by checking in with potential employers without being overly persistent 5. He suggests being polite and professional, ensuring that you stay on their radar without becoming a nuisance. Additionally, recommends taking any available job to gain experience and financial stability, even if it doesn't align with one's career aspirations 6.

    Having any experience straight out of school is going to be good for you right now.

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    This approach not only helps pay the bills but also builds skills that can be valuable in the future.

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