Can't land a job with 21 years of experience? Tips for Mansi's career challenge

Ans: Dear S,
Yes, your career has strangled due to some wrong decisions. In order to strengthen yourself, you must try to improve on your skills and try to make friendship with the top management for better growth. This is the best option.
Other wise, you can look for better positions in other organizations once you get the right opportunity
This is a relatively risky proposition. .

Ans: Dear Mr.Gaonkar

Its indeed commendable that you are thinking of starting your company to help people get jobs. Given your rich experience in the agri marketing and co-operative credit society I would suggest just look back at all the problems that farmers and other users faced and see how you can help solve these problems. May be first year you just go back in the field and talk to them. Once you identify a problem that is good enough to solve for several people start working on them. You can look at how Grameen Bank in Bangladesh and other similar for profit ventures flourished across the world.

My best wishes on your next journey.

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: Yash Sir, Prior to responding to your question, the following are some recommendations: (1) Optimize your resume. (2) Post job alerts on LinkedIn that pertain to your field in order to ascertain and analyze the job market's requirements. (3) Engage in networking with professionals in your field, not to solicit employment opportunities but to solicit their guidance. Moving on to your question, Supply chain and planning expertise can be valuable in various sectors and roles. To transition towards long-term job stability, consider exploring industries and emerging markets, such as retail technology and e-commerce, green supply chains and sustainability, medical and pharmaceutical supply chains, and tech-driven sectors like AI and blockchain. Obtaining appropriate qualifications, such as supply chain and operations management, blockchain, artificial intelligence, and advanced analysis, can help stand out in different roles or sectors.

Target supply chain emerging roles, such as consultant in digital supply chain, forecasting specialist for demand planning, manager of global supply chains, and ESG manager of supply chain. Step into strategic leadership positions, such as Vice-President of Operations or Supply Chain Director, and advance from operational jobs to strategic roles.

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For long-term stability, consider industries targeting less cyclicality, such as pharmaceuticals, medical & renewable energy. A short-term action plan includes obtaining qualifications in supply chain and planning, networking on LinkedIn, updating resumes, and pursuing leadership roles. All The BEST for Your Prosperous Future.

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