Olivia L.

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐈 𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞. Along with resume and LinkedIn optimization, I regularly stay connected with 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬 across different teams and organizations. This proximity offers valuable insight into how candidates are evaluated in real scenarios - not in theory and helps me continuously refine how I position professionals in today’s job market. It highlights: • Why strong profiles still don’t get shortlisted • Which skills influence decisions vs filler keywords • How resumes are filtered before interviews • What decision-makers notice in the first few seconds These insights directly shape how I: ✔ Write resumes aligned with current expectations ✔ Optimize LinkedIn profiles for better recruiter discovery ✔ Position professionals for stronger interview traction Effective resumes aren’t built on templates or assumptions. They’re shaped by 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥-𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐫. If your applications aren’t getting the response you expect, a market-aligned perspective can make a meaningful difference. 📩 Happy to help with a resume or LinkedIn review.

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There’s so much noise about layoffs these days. Every other day, we hear people saying that the job market is done and AI is killing jobs. It makes me wonder; - Why is no one talking about thousands of open engineering roles in San Francisco alone? - Why is no one talking about insane amounts of commissions companies are willing to pay to recruiters just to find good talent? - Why is no one talking about the sky-high demand for great accountants, lawyers, admin staff etc? Are we being sold fear again? Do we not know that this isnt the first time that the market is shifting? Do we not remember the move for example, from print to digital or from .com boom to social media explosion? Are we too naive to understand that journalists, marketers and salespeople who were good at their crafts were winning in 60s in the times of print media, just as the journalists, marketers and salespeople who know how to bring value are killing it in todays day and age? It’s never been about the platform, its always been about value that one brings. Yes, AI is a tool. Of course, it will disrupt some industries, but it'll also bring way more opportunities to explore and exploit. It's not replacing jobs, it’s reshaping them. The accountants using AI tools, lawyers leveraging AI for research and Engineers who are learning cloud are outpacing their competitors. So, instead of selling fear, shouldn't we be talking about what really matters? Like;   - How not to resist change but stay to stay on top of trends instead. - How people who are going to adapt early are going to have long lasting advantage. - How the ones who will keep bringing value will always be in demand And if we really have to talk about the adversities of technology, why not talk about; - How it's making us less of humans and more of robots?  - How it's killing us by depriving us of human interactions?  - How transparency and authenticity have become scarce in today's fast paced world? - And most importantly, how us human should be in control and in charge of it, not the other way around. Am I the only one having these thoughts? Would love to hear your take. #FutureOfWork #AIandJobs #ArtificialIntelligence #JobMarket #TechCareers #EngineeringJobs #AccountingCareers #LegalTech #RecruitmentLife #CareerGrowth #AdaptToChange #LifelongLearning #ValueCreation #StayRelevant

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To my fellow #Amazonians who got impacted by this large round of layoffs – I understand your pain. I've been through those sleepless nights myself two years ago, and I still remember how it felt. If you're feeling lost or uncertain right now, I want you to know: you are stronger than you think. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain. Here's what helped me, and what I hope helps you: 💡 Take time to reflect. Don't jump into the first opportunity that comes your way. Use this moment to think deeply about what you really want from your career. Lean on family and friends – their support matters more than you know right now. 💡 Never stop learning. Look at your transferable skills with fresh eyes. What did you master at Amazon that applies everywhere? Upskill in areas that excite you. This is your chance to build the career you want, not just the one that happened to you. 💡 Trust the timing. The right opportunity will present itself. Rushing often leads to regret. Be intentional, be patient, be strategic. To everyone navigating this transition: if you need someone to talk to, review your resume, or vent – I'm always here for Amazonians. We're a community, and we take care of our own. 🫶 You've got this. 🧡 #amazon #examazonians #layoffs2025 #amazonlayoffs #supporteachother #awslayoffs #community #careertransition #resilience #jobsearch2025 #peoplefirst #empathy #strongertogether #techlayoffs2025 #MentalHealthMatters #humanfirst

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I’ve seen a lot of posts this week about the Amazon and Meta layoffs, and my heart goes out to everyone affected. I’ve been recruiting and hiring through some wild job markets, and I’ve seen how tough and heavy this side of the cycle can be. If you were impacted, here’s my honest advice: 1. Apply for unemployment immediately. It takes a while to process. Most states back pay you for the weeks it’s pending, but please don’t wait. There’s NO shame in getting what’s owed to you. Times are tough, and this is a safety net for a reason. 2. Take your time with severance paperwork (and NEGOTIATE!) You’ll likely get a packet from HR with a severance offer and a release form (basically: you accept the package they're offering you, and you agree not to sue for wrongful termination). That’s negotiable like everything in life. You CAN ask for more money, longer coverage on your insurance, more time to vest equity. There's no guarantee that you'll get what you want, but you won't know until you try. Read all of your paperwork carefully. Do not have these negotiations over the phone. Get everything in writing. You don’t have to sign anything right away. 3. This market feels rough, but there *IS* opportunity. I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again: the last few years have been wild for tech. The market’s uneven and highly competitive, but there are so many new AI and startup companies getting funded right now. When companies raise, they hire. Follow people like Tim He and Haley ONeill on LinkedIn - they frequently post about companies that are raising and hiring. Use LinkedIn, and honestly, use LLMs to help you research who’s raising and growing. 4. We're hiring at Evertune 💪 We’re building teams in NYC and Seattle. We’re hiring engineers, client services folks, a financial controller, and will be opening more roles soon! If you were affected by the Amazon or Meta layoffs, or if you’re just looking for a new challenge in AI, please reach out. If we’ve crossed paths before, or have mutual connections, I’d love to chat about what we’re building and how you could be part of it. This market is still very weird, but it’s not hopeless. Take care of yourself, protect your peace, negotiate, and don’t lose sight of the fact that there are better chapters ahead 🫶

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Layoffs. It’s the talk of the town. The recent layoffs at companies like Expedia and Amazon have the market panicking, and understandably so. It’s hard not to question what the job landscape looks like next. If you’ve been impacted by a layoff (wherever you are), don’t panic. Easy to say, I know, especially when the advice is coming from LinkedIn. But grounding yourself in action helps. Here are 3 practical steps you can take right now to move towards your next role 👇 1️⃣ Update your CV Focus on outcomes, not duties. Highlight your key achievements & measurable impact. 2️⃣ Refresh your LinkedIn 95% of recruiters and hiring managers will look you up. Make sure your profile clearly shows who you are, what you do and the value you bring. 3️⃣ Set up job alerts Subscribe to notifications on job sites relevant to your country and industry so opportunities come to you. These are starting steps. Simple, but powerful. There is a place for everyone. I truly believe that. And yes, you WILL find a job 💛

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