Probably not. Although I do like DC a lot. In fact I considered moving there with my ex back in 2001 when we both got laid off from our dot-com jobs in Chicago. But…we happily landed here in Portland, Oregon.
I’m not looking to pick up and move to DC but I wanted to share this article with you if you ARE looking for a job. DC seems to be one of the few cities of opportunity in the US right now (From what I hear, the Dakotas and Nebraska are still OK — So if Omaha or Sioux Falls are calling your name, check them out!):
http://realestate.yahoo.com/promo/while-new-york-bleeds-washington-thrives.html
If you can’t find the job in your hometown, it is NOT the end of the world to shake it up a bit. DC should maybe be on your list?
Good luck!
Brian
Hi folks, I have four quick questions this morning if you (or someone you know) are laid off:
Is your employer providing you with outplacement? If so, three more questions:
What are your greatest needs and wants from the outplacement services?
Is the outplacement company fulfilling them?
Where do you feel outplacement services can improve to suit YOUR needs and wants?
I look forward to hearing from you…..
Thanks!
Brian
I am thrilled to say that I’m hearing more of my career strategy clients “getting” what I’m constantly saying about getting a mentor and being mentored — at ANY age. Whether it’s through my company or on your own — just get a mentor! For those who don’t quite “get” it or or just questioning or perhaps even a bit skeptical, here are my Top 10 Reasons To Be Mentored In A Possible New Career:
1. Test-drive your prospective new career before committing
2. Learn the “ins and outs” of the business/organization/vocation
3. Make contacts — networking!
4. Boost your confidence
5. Explore a passion
6. Satisfy your curiosity about the “road not taken”
7. Test possible careers when you don’t know what’s next
8. Try something new and challenge yourself in new ways
9. Gain perspective on your current job, lifestyle, and future
10. Reconnect with a dormant part of yourself
Cheers!
Brian
Lloyd Mayerson interviewed me for EDU Colorado and asked me how to go about taking the first step to a new career…hope it may inspire you during these challenging times!
Cheers,
Brian
