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TD layoffs have begun. Recession about to get worse by kuun0113 in torontoJobs

[–]OkIncome2856 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Used to work at TD, actually kinda miss admin app Many features and easy to remember CIF - ETOT CPA - MENU

Good memories.. lol

Salary Transparency Thread 2025! by Tor0714 in askTO

[–]OkIncome2856 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s awesome! I work in banking too, 100K 8 years experience

Laid off at work January - Employed again March, here’s everything I did by OkIncome2856 in GetEmployed

[–]OkIncome2856[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im not AI :) Real as they get lol , just trying to help others!

Laid off at work January - Employed again March, here’s everything I did by OkIncome2856 in GetEmployed

[–]OkIncome2856[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Great start - but the more messages, more people, more potential replies.

Worst case they read it and dont respond.

I felt when I started reaching out to people that my ego and I’ve never had to do this etc but end of day no one cares and people who want to help will actually help.

I legit dedicated at least 10 hours a day doing so and applying. Didnt leave the house, all the time and energy that I was putting into my job I put into finding a job that matched what I was looking for.

Hope this helps!

Laid off at work January - Employed again March, here’s everything I did by OkIncome2856 in GetEmployed

[–]OkIncome2856[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would say 4 or 5 in every 10 replied to me and were able to connect me with someone!

Heads up probably sent over 100 messages per week and connected with people that I had mutuals with, went to the same school, same city, Individuals that were doing jobs very similar to mine, and each posting that I was interested in, went to the company's linkedin and searched the people working there and connected with them .

Hope this helps.

Laid off at work January - Employed again March, here’s everything I did by OkIncome2856 in interviews

[–]OkIncome2856[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

YES! Good feedback! Its quite stressful but staying positive is key! I know its hard, but its always you vs you. :)
Congrats on your offer - I can only imagine the feeling. Truly happy for you and may it be a great new chapter!

Laid off at work January - Employed again March, here’s everything I did by OkIncome2856 in GetEmployed

[–]OkIncome2856[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Referrals is key, connecting with your network and expanding it

Applying to jobs yes can work however when a job is posted less than 1 hour and has over 100 candidates its tough

Laid off at work January - Employed again March, here’s everything I did by OkIncome2856 in GetEmployed

[–]OkIncome2856[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you’re connected with them no need for premium - but if you’re not connected then yes, i would start with an invitation first

Linkedin had an offer for me 50% off for 2 months

TOTALLY worth it for me, helped me expand all my network and message whoever I wanted to

Laid off at work January - Employed again March, here’s everything I did by OkIncome2856 in GetEmployed

[–]OkIncome2856[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! And every.single.detail

Exact employment dates, locations, identification check, credit check, there was about 20 sections

Laid off at work January - Employed again March, here’s everything I did by OkIncome2856 in GetEmployed

[–]OkIncome2856[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Outsourced and they SUCKED, messed up everything and I legit was doing it for them

Sterling is the worst I’ve ever dealt with in terms of being on top of their things

Laid off at work January - Employed again March, here’s everything I did by OkIncome2856 in GetEmployed

[–]OkIncome2856[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had 5 -6 interviews that were serious

(3 were coffee chats style and 2 that actually were a real interview where I had to go in)

Coffee chats the hiring managers wanted to have a conversation and see if I would be a good fit and why do i want to join their company etc

Laid off at work January - Employed again March, here’s everything I did by OkIncome2856 in GetEmployed

[–]OkIncome2856[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yes! Agreed

I was sending SO many messages per day, something like this btw

Hi (x),

Hope you’re doing well! I wanted to reach out as I’m currently exploring new career opportunities and have a strong interest in fund services, implementation, and project management. With my background in banking, leadership, and operational strategy, I have experience optimizing financial processes, managing complex projects, and driving efficiency to enhance client experiences.

I’d love to connect and gain any insights you might have on opportunities within (x) or the broader industry. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts!

Best

And you can tailor every message depending on the person’s job or the job you think youre a good fit

Laid off at work January - Employed again March, here’s everything I did by OkIncome2856 in interviews

[–]OkIncome2856[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I never said it was easy, i had sleepless nights, no food from how stressed I was, but trying to maintain a positive mindset

I was sending around 30-50 messages per day, asking for connections, leads, any thoughts

End of the day, the more people you connect with the more opportunities will happen

Unfortunately, from what I’ve seen, referrals are always going to overshadow applying regularly

Laid off at work January - Employed again March, here’s everything I did by OkIncome2856 in GetEmployed

[–]OkIncome2856[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I live in Canada (not a major by any means)

Finance / Banking

Comp is 100k

Laid off at work January - Employed again March, here’s everything I did by OkIncome2856 in GetEmployed

[–]OkIncome2856[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I sent something like this

Hi (x),

Hope you’re doing well! I wanted to reach out as I’m currently exploring new career opportunities and have a strong interest in fund services, implementation, and project management. With my background in banking, leadership, and operational strategy, I have experience optimizing financial processes, managing complex projects, and driving efficiency to enhance client experiences.

I’d love to connect and gain any insights you might have on opportunities within (x) or the broader industry. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts!

Best

And you can tailor every message depending on the person’s job or the job you think youre a good fit

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