I landed 2 job offers within 60 days of my layoff. Here's how I found them and decided on the best fit.

In July 2025, Spencer Specht, a 33-year-old sales development manager from Minneapolis, was laid off from his role at a SaaS company. His wife had decided to stay home with their newborn daughter, and the family faced a sudden income loss. Spencer received a three-month severance package, which provided him some time to find a new job while they saved for a down payment on a home. Despite the financial stress, Spencer remained focused on securing a new role that would excite him and provide opportunities for growth.

Spencer actively sought out job opportunities by connecting with people at companies he was interested in on LinkedIn. He reached out to 5-10 individuals at these companies and received responses. As his financial situation became increasingly urgent, Spencer applied to 12 companies and participated in 27 interviews. Within 60 days, he received two job offers from Company A and Company B, both remote sales positions.

The decision to accept an offer from Company A initially was based on the desire for immediate employment. However, as he progressed through the interview process for Company B, Spencer became more confident that he would receive an offer there as well. After two and a half weeks at Company A, Spencer accepted the offer from Company B and began his new role as head of sales development and enablement in October 2025.

During his decision-making process, Spencer considered various factors. Both companies offered roles in the SaaS field and provided remote work options. However, Company A required some travel, which was a drawback for Spencer at the time. Both companies also had similar on-target earnings and payout structures, with a percentage of the yearly salary as a base and the remainder as commission.

Company A was a mature, private-equity-backed company with a 25-year history, while Company B was a Series A startup with a smaller team of 40 employees. Spencer believed that the startup environment at Company B would offer greater leadership opportunities and faster career advancement. He also considered the higher base salary at Company B, which would provide a more stable income for his family while they continued to save for a home.

Spencer sought advice from mentors who were also affected by the layoff, and after discussing the decision, he realized that working at a Series A startup would provide him with the most enjoyment, even if the company were eventually sold. Twelve months later, Spencer is satisfied with his decision, as he has gained valuable leadership experience and feels he has made the best choice for his career growth.