Due to current layoffs in tech, I am afraid I’ll get fired at work, so I am thinking how I should prepare for it. I was always a ‘C’ student in school.
Fortunately, I managed to get a decent job during COVID and have been working for 2 years. However, I feel that I didn’t learn much that would be useful in other tech companies (I am a swe but every day I only write small proprietary scripts for automation and prepare report data in excel).
I am okay with the current job but what if I am fired, what should I do? I try to pick up some online courses to stay up to date with the tech trends.
However, I feel that I cannot compare to AAA/A CS graduates, plus an excellent pool of recent layoffs from big tech companies.
Tech layoffs
The news of tech layoffs has been a big shock for me. I’ve been working in the tech industry for the past 2 years and have been loyal to my company, so I never expected to be in a situation where I could get laid off. It’s something that I’m not prepared for, and I’m afraid of the uncertainty that comes with it.
I’ve heard stories of people who have been laid off despite their hard work and dedication, and it scares me to think that I could be one of them. I know that my company is in a good financial position, but I can’t help but worry that I’m not going to be safe. It’s a feeling of helplessness that I can’t shake, and it’s making me anxious.
I’m trying to stay positive and focus on my work, but I can’t help but feel like I’m walking on eggshells. I’m constantly checking my emails and making sure I’m doing everything I possibly can to make sure I don’t get laid off. I’m also trying to save money in case I do get laid off, so I can have some cushion until I find a new job.
At the same time, I’m trying to stay focused on the present and not get too caught up in the fear of the future. I’m trying to stay productive and make sure I’m putting my best foot forward at work. I’m also trying to network as much as possible, so if the worst happens I can hopefully get back on my feet quickly.
I know that tech layoffs are a reality in the industry, and I’m trying to be prepared for the worst. I’m trying to stay positive and focus on the tasks at hand rather than worry about what might happen in the future. I know that I can’t control the situation, but I’m doing everything I can to make sure I’m as prepared as possible if I do get laid off.