Dear Sir,
First of all, I would like to keep my question anonymous.
I am in Bengaluru and have completed my PGDM in marketing.
Immediately after I graduated, I got a marketing internship offer from a reputed FMCG company and worked there for six months.
But I failed to get any employment in marketing thereafter and had to satisfy myself with sales/operations in small companies despite my wish to be in the field of marketing.
Thus, for the past two years, I have been working in an edutech company with the hope that I can shift to my dream job in the FMCG sector in marketing.
Unfortunately, the COVID pandemic is going on and I am still continuing my job in the edutech company.
Can you suggest any way out so that I am able to grab my dream job?
Thanks and regards,
Name withheld on request.

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Hi Shivaram.

Let me address your points one at a time.

1. If you have the right skill sets, most of the companies in India would be open to providing you job opportunities.

2. Spending levels in the market are bouncing back to normal and soon your apparel business will pick up. Hold on to that and do not exit in a hurry and make losses.

3. COVID has impacted most of us so please don't take out your frustration in arguments with your loved ones.

It’s good to know that you are focusing on your health. Continue doing that and take care of your family. Shower them with your love.

 

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If you have a good opportunity, you must plan to go back to Malaysia and live with your family.

You have not revealed what kind of profession you are in but, unless you have a stable career, it would not be wise to stay in India or any foreign country.

Remain positive.

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Hey Swagato.

Hold on! Never give up as life is always full of ups and downs.

A job loss in the time of a global pandemic is not a result of your performance but due to the slowdown in the economy.

Things are now getting back to normal and most companies have started selective hiring.

This is the time to start reskilling in your area of work so that you have the right skill sets that companies are looking for in your field.

Keep yourself engaged with some freelance work or even charitable work.

Remain positive and healthy and close to your loved ones.

You have a bright future.

Ans: Hi Sir/ Madam,

Please consider few of the suggestions-

Networking and Industry events- Leverage your networking past and current. Attend workshops of the similar industry this will give insights of the market and trends.

Build your online presence and showcase your skills and experience. Actively engage in industry discussions and demonstrate your experiences and expertise in FMCG sector.

Take up consulting/ contract or a freelance work

Enhance your skills by taking up relevant courses, certifications

Reach out to executive search firms who can guide and help you in getting the job

Also, look for global platforms where you can connect with industry experts and one who cater to senior roles.

Financial planning- given the financial constrain you may want to reconsider and create a realistic plan.

Look for mentorship and guidance within the industry who can help you understand how the markets are trending and also they can help you navigate with their experiences.

Importantly have patience and be self motivated.

All the best


Thanks
Ashwini Dasgupta
Author of Confidence Decoded. Is it a skill or attitude?

Ans: Hello

I can understand your situation, its tough.

Suggest you keep applying to companies directly and through online job portals, please reach out to people in your network - friends and family.

All the best.