Losing your job can be a serious blow to your confidence and motivation, especially if it happened unexpectedly. It's totally normal to feel overwhelmed or scared about what the future holds. But the good news is that there are some things you can do to help you stay focused and on track during this time! In today's episode, Erin breaks down the top five things you should avoid doing if you've been laid off. From assuming the worst to holding it in, these common pitfalls can make it harder to move forward and find your next opportunity. But of course, she doesn't leave you hanging! She also shares specific, and often creative, things you SHOULD do instead. So if you're ready to learn how to take charge of your situation and stay motivated, be sure to tune in! Let's Make You the Valedictorian of LinkedIn Stand Out with Your Reverse Mullet Resume Breaking Societal Norms in Parenting, Work & Love with US Women's National Soccer Player, Joanna Lohman If you'd like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple "plays" to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: [email protected] If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration! Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole) Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group Take our simple, fun and insightful"What's your workplace superhero name?"quiz Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin's book,"You Do You (ish)" Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice Work with Us Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences. Tweetable Comments "Do your exorcism, get it over with, but then take tangible steps to really understand and quantify what this impact is on you financially." "At the end of the day, you control your destiny." "Run the numbers." "Take a breather." "I'm taking it a step further, and it doesn't take much, because most people are just going through the motions."