I had 90 days to find a job after getting laid off while on a work visa. A $50 book helped me land my dream role.

Aman Goyal

Aman Goyal

• After being laid off last year, Aman Goyal faced pressure during his job search due to his visa status.
• Within two months of searching, he landed his dream role as an associate product manager at T-Mobile.
• He shared the key networking and interview prep strategies that helped him bounce back.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Aman Goyal, a 26-year-old associate product manager at T-Mobile. His words have been edited for length and clarity.