You are too gracious. I would have said that I have not been on linked in lately or for a long time to keep my information up to date.
It would be odd to me if you gave that response and if she requested to update your linkedin. That would be overstepping boundaries. Kudos for you though by being honest.
As far as your question, it is hard to give a direct answer since many of your colleagues might have different interests on where they want to take their career. So generally speaking:
1) Use this time to thoroughly think through what direction you want your careet to take
2) Do research on your industry interest and try to look for companies that have longevity, i.e. survived ateast 3 receissions or been around for over 50 years. I am not sure your industry, but stable areas are insurance companies, and govt agencies (usajobs.gov)
3) Go on linkedin and research profiles and resumes (if the provide it) of people that work at companies you aspire to work for. Try to tailor your resume to the same format bc perhaps it might have helped them get the job right? Also start networking with these people. They might put in a good word for you by the time bids are available for openings of interest
4) apply aggressively and dont get discouraged. Ensure your resume and coverlettter uses the critical key words in the job announcement and link it to your knowledge, skills and abilities.
5) For the job description, a great way to prep that always works for me is to turn the critical job functions and activities into interview questions. And linking it to similar roles you have ever done. Be prepared to talk about your soft skills and working with others. Have several ex of how you saved the day for your former jobs to show how you are a strong and innovative problem solver.
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