Should I interview for new jobs or stay put? Details inside

Question

- new grad- started 6 months ago- company stock has plummeted 90%- company never been profitable- company did layoffs recently but no tech roles impacted- newest team member so likely earliest to get cut?What does HN recommend? I don&rsquo;t have much experience so I think finding a new job will be a struggle in this economy.

codingdave · Accepted Answer

You haven't told us the most important details:
Do you enjoy it there? Are you happy with the work? With the compensation? If you rode it out and got laid off, do you have a few months savings to live on while you grab the next gig?
If you are miserable and stressed, leave. If you are happy and enjoy it but just want a safety net in case of layoffs, stash some savings and keep going.

ipaddr · Answer

At 6 months I would stay for another 6 months at least and see how the market is. If an offer falls in your lap you could consider it.

dudul · Answer

Start interviewing. Always be interviewing. It helps you practice and if SHTF you're already ahead.

thevagrant · Answer

You may find they lay off senior people before new grads, if there is an attempt to reduce costs

joshxyz · Answer

always have extra funds for getting a new job and always keep improving yourself and stacking up things you can put in your resume so interviews will be a lay up