Your job feels safe… until it doesn't (plus 17 remote roles)

Hey Reader!

Over the past few weeks, we’ve been talking about how networking opens doors — and sometimes, those doors show up right when you need them.

That’s been true for me lately.

After three incredible years as Marketing Manager at Arc, I’ve closed that chapter and am now focused full-time on The Remote Marketer.

This wasn’t an overnight decision.

I’d been thinking about a shift for a while but hadn’t quite worked up the nerve to make it. When the change came, I felt ready — and, more importantly, secure.

Because even when a job feels stable, real security comes from having something of your own.

A side project.

A network.

A foundation that gives you options when things change.

You can’t always prevent a layoff. But you can get ready — starting today.

In this edition, I’ll walk you through how.

Our last IRL meetup as the small (but mighty) Arc marketing team.

How to prepare for a layoff (even if your job feels safe)

Job changes don’t always come with warning signs. And when they do, they often come fast.

The people who bounce back quickly? They’ve been laying the groundwork long before they need it.

Here’s what that looks like in practice:

Step 1: Track your wins as you go

Keep a running list of your impact. Shout yourself out in your brag doc or Notion page. Screenshots, results, shoutouts — it all counts.

Step 2: Build visibility before you need it

Post on LinkedIn. Share what you’re working on. Add value in the open. When the time comes, you’ll already have visibility — and people who know what you bring to the table.

Step 3: Start earning outside your 9-5

Start small. Freelance, mentor, ghostwrite, create a product — whatever makes sense for your skills. One single side income stream gives you more breathing room if things shift suddenly.

Step 4: Ask for recommendations

Don’t wait until you’re out the door. Ask colleagues to write you a LinkedIn recommendation while you're working together — it’ll feel more natural, and they’ll remember the details better.

Step 5: Keep your resume and portfolio updated

You don’t have to spend hours on this. Just set a 30-minute calendar block once a month to keep it fresh. Trust me: when you need it, you’ll be glad you did.

I followed this playbook myself, and when the time came, I didn’t panic. I felt prepared — and a sense of freedom.

What to work on next

✔ Start a “brag doc” and drop one win this week.
✔ Write a LinkedIn post about a lesson you’ve learned recently.
✔ Ask one person for a LinkedIn recommendation.
✔ Set up a calendar reminder to update your resume monthly.

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