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10/22/2026

LinkedIn is useful, but it shouldn't be the only place you look for remote opportunities. Platforms like We Work Remotely, Wellfound, FlexJobs and Remote OK can help you discover roles that match your skills and career goals.

Remember to check company career pages directly, too, and focus on opportunities you're genuinely qualified for.

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10/21/2026

**JOB SECURITY OR HIGH SALARY — WHICH WOULD YOU CHOOSE? 👀**

One thing I’ve learned from navigating the corporate world is that **a bigger paycheck doesn't always mean a better career move.**

Imagine leaving a stable job for another company offering you a 30% salary increase.

Better pay. Better title. Exciting opportunities.

Six months later, the company starts struggling financially, your role is declared redundant, and suddenly, you're back in the job market.

That extra 30% doesn't look so attractive anymore, does it?

Now, I'm not saying you should stay in a job that underpays you simply because it feels secure.

**But before you jump at that exciting offer, please do your homework.**

Here are 5 questions I believe everyone should ask before accepting a new role:

1. **How financially stable is this company?** A fancy office and a strong LinkedIn presence don't mean a business is profitable.

2. **Why is this position open?** Is the company expanding, replacing someone, or hiring for a temporary project?

3. **What does employee turnover look like?** If people are constantly leaving, you should be curious about why.

4. **Is this role tied to a specific project or funding?** And more importantly, what happens when that project ends?

5. **What am I actually gaining?** Beyond salary, consider career growth, benefits, leadership, flexibility, and long-term opportunities.

And here's something else I want you to understand:

**No job is 100% secure. Not even the one you've been in for 15 years.**

Companies restructure. Budgets get cut. Priorities change.

That's why your real career security shouldn't depend entirely on your employer.

It should also come from your skills, professional network, financial preparedness, and ability to remain competitive in the job market.

**A high salary is great. Job stability is important. But career security is what you should be building.**

Now, I'm curious.

**Would you rather earn $120K in a company with uncertain prospects or $95K in a company with a strong track record of stability?**

And why?

👇 Let's discuss.

10/21/2026

Your resume is the first thing a recruiter sees before you. How goof can you make it?

10/21/2026

Months of job applications with little or no progress can be frustrating. Sometimes, the next step isn't sending more applications but getting practical feedback on how you answer interview questions, communicate your experience and present yourself to recruiters.

With guided mock interviews, you can identify what needs improvement and build the confidence to perform better when the real opportunity comes.

If you're interested in practicing with a recruiter, click the link in my bio lets get you the help you need.

10/21/2026

10/19/2026

Your annual vacation may be just one part of the benefits you are aware of.

Depending on your organisation’s policies, you may also be entitled to sick leave, personal leave and other forms of time off.

Don’t wait until you need them to find out what your benefits cover.

Read your organisation policy, understand your entitlements and know what you can legitimately access.