You should be "leveraging your network," but reaching out to anyone makes you want to hide in a blanket fort. Reframe the conversation. You're not begging for help, you're gathering market intelligence.
Job Hunting After 50. Turning Problems Into Advantages
Age discrimination is real, but there are tactics that help when you understand how to play the game. Your experience is an asset, not a liability - you just need to position it correctly and know which employers value it.
Should You Update LinkedIn After Getting Laid Off?
Should you update you LinkedIn immediately or job hunt while everyone thinks you're still employed? That could depend on your industry, seniority, and whether you want recruiters to find you or leave you alone.