Ryan Picard’s Post

I want to take a moment to acknowledge the difficult news that many of friends and connections within the UKG ecosystem received on July 3rd.... The announcement of 2,000 layoffs has undoubtedly left many feeling shocked and uncertain about the future. My heart goes out to all those affected by this situation. I'm sure it was a very tough decision for UKG Leadership to have to make, and I'm sure it's not something that anyone wanted to have to do. These choices are never easy, and the impact they have on individuals and families is significant. It's important to recognize that these decisions were likely made with heavy hearts and after much consideration. It's also important to remain as positive as possible in situations such as these and try to remember, when one door closes - another opens! Your skills, experiences, and contributions to the UKG ecosystem are invaluable, and they will continue to be in high demand. To those who have been impacted by the layoffs, I want to offer my support and assistance... If you need help with: 🟣Refining your resume to showcase your unique strengths. 🟣Preparing for interviews and presenting your best self. 🟣Connecting with potential opportunities within the UKG ecosystem. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me or Charlotte. We would love to lend an ear, provide guidance, and share any resources that may be helpful in your job search journey. Remember, you are not defined by this moment. Your talents, experiences, and contributions are what make you truly valuable. Embrace this time as a chance to reassess your goals, tap into the power of your network, and explore exciting new paths forward. If there's anything I can do to help, my inbox is always open. 🟣#UKG 🟣#UKGOpportunities 🟣#UKGEcosystem 🟣JGA Recruitment Group🟣

This past week has been a rollercoaster of emotions for me, and I’m sure many of my colleagues at UKG feel the same way. If you haven’t heard already, UKG announced a 14% reduction in force last Wednesday morning. Plain and simple: layoffs suck. My heart goes out to those affected. Last year, I was part of a layoff, and I just wanted to share some knowledge that worked for me with those affected by layoffs, whether at UKG or elsewhere. ‼️ Set boundaries with your job search Take care of yourself, your mental health, and make sure you’re okay before you decide to embark on your job search. It can be tiring and frustrating. Don’t set static goals like “I must apply for 20 jobs every day” because some days you might feel less motivated than others, and it is okay to take a break and come back later. ‼️ Quality > Quantity While it may feel nice knowing you have applied to a lot of jobs, it can also be demoralizing when you see how many rejections it might bring. For me, I found that I got more recruiter callbacks when I made sure my skills and resume aligned with a job opening. I tried to shoot for an ~80% fit or more, as this would also give me room to grow in a new role. ‼️ Polish your brand Make sure your LinkedIn profile is updated and polished. Create an appealing headline, update your profile picture, add your skills and achievements, and update your summary to reflect who you are. When recruiters look at your profile, they don’t know what you don’t add to it. Having a good headline and picture will entice them to look at your profile, where (hopefully) you’ll have a summary of your skills and talents. I could go on with many more points of advice, but I feel like these are some of the most important ones. If you would like to hear more, feel free to DM me. If you are a job searcher and could benefit from anything I can offer, please do let me know. From a conversation with someone in my network to just a chat, I’m here to help. The job market can be rough, and we all need to support each other. Stay strong and keep chugging along 🙂

To all my connections here; I was affected by the recent layoffs at UKG. After 5 years of employment and 22 years of continuous work in various industries and roles a change like this shakes you a little at first. In the days that followed I had a lot of time to reflect on what this means for me, my family, and what opportunities came with it. I strongly believe that every change comes with an opportunity, and this is no different. If you know me and have been around me in the past year, you know I have been working tirelessly on any free time I had on one of my biggest passions that I have recently turned into a small business. I have been a rare and exotic plant collector for a few years now, yes you heard that correctly, “plants”. Something that started as a hobby turned into a night and weekend gig that I could not get away from and is all I could talk about, to those that worked with me-  sorry you had to put up with hours of me talking about plants and how fascinating they are. As any new small business, I have spent every single free minute I have had the last year educating myself and navigating all the legalities to run this side hustle as a certified nursery and all that comes with that. I, being a private person started an online presence in the plant community and became an online plant seller who shares her journey as collector and plant lover. I could not have made the decision of leaving or taking a break from my career on my own, the fear of becoming obsoleted in my journey as a Data professional was too much and it is still a real fear. The last couple of days I have been thinking about whether I should take this time and opportunity and give my hustle and passion all that I have? How will this impact my profession if I decide to go back into the job market in a few months? Should I remove my LinkedIn status and not make myself "available" so that I am not tempted to entertain the new opportunities that are flooding my inbox? My business is still very small, so small that just running it, investing and taking losses could not have been possible without having a stable income. If I say “yes” to going at it what would that mean? For the next couple of months, I will continue to receive some sort of income that would still hold me financially at least for a couple of months, maybe too short of a time for a small seller but if I put the same effort that I have put on every job I have had in 22 years then maybe this could alone be something! If I continue to grow my online presence on Instagram, PalmStreet and the Plant community in general, I could potentially increase my sales and grow this gig to be able to do it full time. That would be something! If you want to support this new chapter or know someone who is interested in plants, you can help me by following me on Instagram @plantae_jungle. My company name is Plantae Jungle everywhere and I am a Palmstreet exclusive plant seller. If you were me, what would you do?

To all of my UltiPeeps that were impacted by the layoffs at UKG today, please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need a recommendation on LinkedIn, need help preparing for your next opportunity, or just want an old friend to talk to. Stay strong in this environment, and know that there is life beyond UKG. Sometimes the greatest opportunities in life present themselves in moments like these. #UltimateSoftware #UKG #Layoffs

Today, many of our colleagues at UKG faced unexpected and difficult news with the recent layoffs. This is a challenging time for everyone involved, and it's crucial that we come together as a community to support one another. To all those affected, please know that you are not alone. Let's use this platform to connect, share opportunities, and offer support. If you are hiring or know of any openings, please share them here. If you are looking for new opportunities, feel free to comment below or reach out directly. Let's repost, connect, and uplift each other during this transition. Together, we can help each other find new paths and opportunities. #UKGFamily #SupportEachOther #JobSearch #Networking #Community

It's been so hard to find the words to know what to say re the recent layoffs at UKG. Having been in the partner world for so long, my heart aches for so many of my friends and colleagues. I am so sorry this has happened. If you want to reach out to talk, plan, or think through options, I'm here - no strings. And as so many other implementation partners are jumping in to say - we have places for you. We need PMs, SCs, and ICs. We can deliver full suite, so if you have Pro, WFM, or PRO WFM skills I'd love to speak with you. And if you are just ready for a change - EPI-USE has multiple other options in payment services, true development work, and other ERP applications. #ukglayoffs #heartswithyou

While many are getting ready to celebrate the 4th of July, over 2,000 UKG employees were terminated yesterday/today. Some were employed over 20 years. Some were less than 2 years from retirement. Some had been employed less than 5 years. Some were VP's, some were managers. Some found out via FexEx shipping labels with their address on the label. Some employees thought their manager should've told them they were let go..until they realized their manager was laid off, too. -Never think layoffs won't happen to you. -Never stop looking for your next ex-employer (another job). -Never put jobs you don't own at firms that aren't yours above the job you do own at the firm that IS yours (you). -Pay attention to rumors: Last month, layoffs were being whispered. Bad news travels faster than good news. -Stay ready to get a new job at all times. -Don't give firms your self-esteem. Love you, like you, believe in you, value you over any job. Need Career Coaching? Or a Standout Resume? Contact Me #beyourbestbrand #beyourbestcareerarchitect #resumes

With the recent layoffs at UKG and Intuit, Josh Bersin offers his perspective on the role AI played in this action. It likely isn't what you think. Tune in now to hear how costs, planning, and strategy are playing out in these layoffs and what your company may need to consider. https://lnkd.in/g6YdSp_z #hr #futureofhr #futureofwork