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Layoff Survival Guide: How to Recession-Proof Your Tech Career
Actionable strategies to stay employable and resilient during layoffs and hiring slowdowns.
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Estimated reading time: 4
Layoff Survival Guide: How to Recession-Proof Your Tech Career
Layoffs are now cyclical in tech. The goal is not fear — it is preparedness.
How to Stay Safe
- Keep skills market-relevant
- Maintain an active GitHub & LinkedIn
- Build interview readiness continuously
Smart Career Moves
- Side projects in trending tech
- Networking before you need a job
- Documenting impact at work
Learning Resources
- LinkedIn Career Advice → https://www.linkedin.com/
- GitHub → https://github.com/
Read time: ~4 minutes
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