April 14, 2025

Can You Recession-Proof Your Job?

Can You Recession-Proof Your Job?

In this episode, Kaila and Kyle dive into tips and tactics on the best way to protect your job and prepare yourself for potential job cuts during a recession.


00:00 Intro

00:27 Listener email

03:19 What happens during a recession

06:24 What you can do to prepare yourself professionally if you are currently employed

09:10 “T-Shaped skills”

13:45 The importance of weak ties

19:09 Why you should consider posting on LinkedIn right now

21:06 Recession-proof industries

23:58 Recession-proof job functions

26:10 Increase your technological skills

30:00 Strategic side projects


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