The Contractor Chronicles: Exciting Week Ahead!

 

Its Episode 16 of The Contractor, My Part-Time Life! If you're curious about the series name change, check out last week's episode. https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7297982009916760065/ Exciting updates this week: The Reemployment Project is back on schedule this week and special thanks to my old friend and former F5 & InfoBlox SE, Scott Friedman, for joining me last week! His video resume drops tomorrow so let’s show him some support! Sneak peek available: https://youtu.be/H-KInLDPOLQ 👀 This Thursday at 9 AM PT, Plixer is hosting a fresh webinar: Network Observability Redefined: Scrutinizer is Now Plixer One. I'm pretty sure one of the founders, Marc Bilodeau, will be a presenter! Don't miss this inside look at the future of observability & defense. https://plixer.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_v0DbSvztTLKRLIuPHKnbpQ#/registration Got a busy week ahead and wishing you all a great Monday. Aloha!

Reemployment Project: Meet Scott Friedman - Technology Specialist & Systems Engineer

 

Scott Friedman joins Peter on the Top Tech Talent Reemployment Project to discuss his career journey, recent layoff experience, and what’s next for him in 2025. Scott, a seasoned pre-sales engineer and solutions architect, shares insights from his time at F5, Infoblox, and Cloud Software Group. He also talks about his passion for networking, mentorship, and community building through his role as an event director for North Texas ISSA. Beyond tech, Scott has been exploring new opportunities—including a potential career in recruiting—and even honing his skills as a poker player! If you’re looking for a highly skilled technical sales engineer, relationship builder, or industry expert, connect with Scott today. Are you a tech professional looking for your next opportunity? Drop a comment below to join the conversation and possibly be featured on a future episode! 📌 Connect with Scott – https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottjf8/ 📌 Subscribe for More – Stay updated with inspiring career stories and job-seeking tips! 🔔 Like & Subscribe to support those navigating career transitions!

From Unemployed to Part-Time! My New Role at Plixer

 

Week 15 of My Laid-Off Life is here, and it’s time for a title update—welcome to My Part-Time Contract Life! Exciting news: I’m now working with Plixer, managing their social media platforms, including YouTube, LinkedIn, Reddit, Twitter/X, and Facebook. We’re still rolling with The Reemployment Project, and this week is all about exploring part-time, contract, and consulting work—viable alternatives to the corporate grind. Plus, a funny twist of fate landed me at Plixer after an observability company passed on my application. The universe works in mysterious ways! Plixer YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCwfyFJ2XqAtoWtt2t2765XQ Plixer LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/plixer/ Plixer TwitterX: https://x.com/Plixer Plixer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/plixer Plixer Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/Plixer/ Join me on this journey—subscribe for career insights, reemployment strategies, and industry updates!

Dave Bergmann's Childhood Dream – What Do Big Cats Have to Do with It?

 

Here, we asked Dave Bergmann a simple question. When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up? Learn why Big Cats play a role in his answer and catch our full Reemployment Video Resume

I Applied for My Old Job After Being Laid Off – Here’s What Happened

 

Would you apply for the same job you were laid off from just a few months earlier? Well, I did—and here’s how it went. This was part experiment, part genuine attempt to rejoin my former team as a Senior Product Marketing Manager. Despite my experience and familiarity with the role, things didn’t go as expected. In this episode of Top Tech Talent: The Reemployment Project, I share my journey of reapplying, the challenges I faced, and what I learned from the process. Have you ever considered going back to an old job? Let me know in the comments! 👉 Like, share, and subscribe for more real-world job search stories. #JobSearch #TechCareers #LayoffRecovery #ReemploymentProject

TopTechTalent Reemployment Project: Our First 5 Job Seekers (Compilation)

 

After being let go from F5 in May 2023, I started thinking about how to support job seekers during tough times. That’s when I came up with the Top Tech Talent Reemployment Project—a video series featuring professionals who have been impacted by layoffs. The idea is simple: I host 5-7 minute interviews where we discuss your experience, skills, career goals, and even a fun hobby. These video resumes are designed to give job seekers a platform to shine. Whether you want to share them with recruiters, post on LinkedIn, or use them as personal introductions, I’ll record, produce, and send you the final file for free. This project isn’t just about creating content; it’s about building confidence, sharing stories, and connecting talent with opportunity. With the tech industry making headlines for layoffs, this could also become a go-to resource for recruiters looking for quality candidates. 0:00 Meet Alex Ryan - Threat Intelligence & Research 8:43 Meet Julia High - Content Strategist 24:25 Meet Linda Hagopian - B2B Marketing 39:23 Meet Mark Jacobs - Product Operations 52:12 Meet Dave Bergmann - Creative & Business Operations 🎥 Interested in being featured? Let’s collaborate and create something meaningful together. Drop me a message, and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can. 📺 Welcome to the Top Tech Talent Reemployment Project. Let’s turn challenges into opportunities and build something great together.