I spent my Sunday morning updating my resume and reviewing my portfolio.
Not because I’m unhappy where I am. I’m happy in my current role. I did it because experience has taught me to always be prepared.
I’ve been through multiple layoffs in my career. Each one reinforced the same lesson. Career stability isn’t about fear. It’s about readiness. Keeping your resume, LinkedIn, and portfolio up to date isn’t a signal that you’re leaving. It’s taking ownership of your career.
My resume is current. My portfolio got a thorough review. I still need to add some more recent work, but getting everything organized felt like a meaningful step.
It’s easier to do this work when you’re not under pressure. It’s also a good reminder of how much you’ve grown.
A gentle reminder to future me and maybe to you, too. Don’t wait for uncertainty to get prepared.
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