I wanted to send a note of support and optimism, as business has stopped, literally overnight . . . we’re here to help you. I agree with those marketing prognosticators and many of our Clients, who suggest that once this virus is under control and we approach ‘normalcy’, business and demand for marketing will explode with the pent-up demand that will have been simmering for months.
Jobs will return to support that demand. Whether laid-off or furloughed employees wait for their former employer to hire them back is an open question. There will be new, better opportunities. There are CEOs and Managing Partners all over, who are wondering “What will we do to staff properly for the future”. The most experienced executives are creating contingency plans, in case “their” employees have found a better opportunity. The most sought after, data driven skillsets have changed and will be in high demand. Opportunities will abound! Brands will be hiring!
I want you to know that I’m not just here for you when times are great! We’re not going anywhere. I continue to value our relationship. I’ve got your back. If there’s anything we can to do help, now or as business picks up, please let me know. I don’t want to sound “mercenary”, because that’s not my intent. I genuinely want to provide help and support in whatever ways I can.
I’ve been in the recruiting and consulting business for a long time. We’ve been through the dot com bubble burst, terrorist attacks and “The Great Recession”. We've learned valuable lessons.
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