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haci's journey

Milestones, reflections, and progress updates connected as your layoff-to-next-step story unfolds.

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    Miscellaneous Thinking

    I think it's important for us to share more context about our backgrounds in layoff and job search discussions. I'm suggesting that we include our industry and years of experience when we post about our situations. For example, if someone has 12 years in AdTech or 20 years in biotech, it gives a clearer picture of their job search challenges. I've noticed that some people might be unemployed for a long time, but their circumstances can vary widely. For instance, I recently read a post where someone mentioned being unemployed for three years, but it turned out they were in college during that time. That detail changed the whole context of their situation. By sharing our industry and experience, we can better understand each other's struggles and successes in the job market. It would also help with knowledge sharing and benchmarking, making discussions more relevant and useful for everyone.

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    Applied to a Job Feeling Miscellaneous Planning Thinking

    I was laid off two weeks ago from my position as a Business Development Manager in tech, where I was earning around $275K. Since then, I've been actively applying for jobs, networking, and reaching out to founders and hiring managers, but the uncertainty of my situation looms over me. I might get lucky and find a similar role soon, or I could be unemployed for six months. Recently, three startups from my home country contacted me. I know the founders personally, and they want me to help them expand into the US market as their go-to-market and business development person. However, they can't offer me a salary that matches the NYC tech standards. The proposed arrangement is intriguing but risky: I wouldn't have a base salary, but I would earn about 30% of the revenue I generate. Since none of these companies require a full-time commitment, I could potentially work with all three on a fractional basis. I'm grappling with the idea that commission-only work might be a huge red flag, making it feel like I'm agreeing to work for free. Yet, I wonder about the potential upside. I'm currently unemployed, so I could dedicate 30-40% of my time to these startups while continuing my job search. If I manage to close deals, I could earn some income, and if one of these ventures gains traction, it could lead to something more significant. If it doesn't work out, I can always walk away when I find another job. I'm curious if anyone has experience with this kind of commission-only work between jobs. Am I overlooking any major pitfalls?

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