Navigating job transitions in today's competitive tech landscape is difficult. Many people get stuck between roles, and an extended job search can dent your confidence. You might doubt your past achievements, question your current skills, and worry about what's next.In today’s episode, we tackle job hunting in today’s tough market. I share insights from a real coaching session with a design leader who's struggling after being out of work for a few months.The episode is packed with concrete tools, useful tips, and proven strategies to help you navigate a job transition.–We also discuss:The mindset needed when in between jobsRebuilding your confidence from the ground upThe role of grit and hustle in an extended job searchHow to run an effective job searchMaking the most of your time between jobsTransforming your mental, physical, and social game–Referenced:Avoiding burnout for high achieversSteve Jobs 2005 Commencement speech–Where to find Nikhyl:LinkedInTwitter/XThreads–Find The Skip:WebsiteSubstackYouTubeSpotifyApple PodcastsTikTokDon't forget to subscribe to The Skip to hear me coach you through timely career lessons. If you’re interested in joining me on a future call, send me a note on LinkedIn, Threads, or Twitter.–Timestamps(00:00) Episode teaser(01:45) Navigating a job transition(04:34) The caller’s crisis of confidence(10:22) Nikhyl’s advice(16:24) Several strategies for effective job searches(17:53) Pro Tip 1: Set realistic expectations(21:41) Pro Tip 2: Work on yourself(28:04) Pro Tip 3: Treat your craft like an athlete(30:40) Pro Tip 4: Don’t cut your search short(34:50) Pro Tip 5: Run the process with grit and hustle(41:33) Pro Tip 6: Take advantage of the US calendar(43:55) Pro Tip 7: Don’t try to find the ‘perfect role’(47:55) Pro Tip 8: Bet on yourself(48:59) Key takeaways from this episode(51:02) How to get in touch