Hello (28m) i was laid off back in august from a tech consulting job with one of the big four due to downsizing but was a high performing employee. Since then i worked on growing some of our family business in real estate and development. Im not a bad financial situation as those businesses do well but recently in a bit of a funk for decision of leaving behind a six-figure career. Im not necessairly read to quit corporate permanently either
I recently got engaged also this past year and i am getting married in march. I have not aggressively pursued a new job yet since i was planning to take time for the wedding from march-may. I talked to a colleague of mine and asked on his thoughts if i just have the time to myself and start applying again during the summer 2024. He said i shouldnt wait and it will get harder for me. Now the company i got fired had good vacation benefits where i could take a month off if i wanted and get paid. But the dilemma is if i go back now i probably wont have much time off immediately as my fiancé is abroad so i wanted the extra time.
I wanted to see your guys thoughts of what would you do if you are in my shoes.