I've been struggling to find a stable job since I lost my position last year, and it's been a tough time for me personally as well. I'm trying to find ways to bring in some income while I work on my resume and look into getting more certifications. Currently, I have a contact job that is on-demand, and I've worked in system administration with certifications such as Net+, Security+, A+, and Server+. I'm open to any temp or gig work opportunities.
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I've been freelancing for years and found that building a small client base really helps. Most of my clients came through word of mouth, but I also found a few on Craigslist. While it's nice pocket money, it's not enough to live on. To fill in gaps, platforms like UpWork work fine, although they lean more towards tech development. Take a look at AWS Cloud Practitioner or AZ-305 certifications; they're affordable and can really boost your opportunities!
I'm really sorry for your loss. Craigslist used to be a decent place for small gigs, but nowadays, sites like Fiverr and Upwork dominate. Just keep in mind that you're competing with overseas workers often charging much less. I'd suggest hitting up local recruiters on LinkedIn—they might have contract opportunities available.
Thanks for the advice!
I'm really sorry to hear about your loss. Honestly, I don't have much direct advice to give, but I'm wishing you the best of luck with your job search and healing process.
I appreciate that, thank you.
I work independently as a consultant, which can be lucrative but also inconsistent. The key isn't just your IT skills but your sales and networking abilities. I charge $145 an hour, and a small job can keep me afloat for a month. Finding work often requires you to put yourself out there, and that's where a lot of technical folks struggle. You might have to actively search for opportunities, especially through local contacts or networking.
I get that—I struggle with imposter syndrome, too. How do you find clients that match your services? I've mostly been maintaining systems rather than starting projects from scratch.
Thanks for the suggestion! I'll definitely check out the AZ-305!