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EP29: Layoff Survival Guide: 4 Mistakes to Avoid
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In this episode, I'll tell you what NOT to do immediately after facing a sudden workplace layoff. I talk about the psychological impact of losing a job and why slowing down prevents costly long-term career mistakes.
On top of that, I'll give you practical career advice, including delaying immediate action to process emotions, maintaining neutral relationships to avoid burning bridges, and resisting extreme career overcorrections, to help you navigate layoffs with resilience and protect their long-term professional identity.
Whether you're a seasoned business specialist or a tech professional facing unexpected organizational changes, this episode provides valuable insights to transition mindfully and approach your next job search with clarity and strategy.
00:54 - The global shifting landscape of layoffs and AI impact
03:02 - Legitimatizing the mental health and identity toll of job loss
05:14 - Mistake 1: Why you should not immediately jump into action
09:12 - Mistake 2: The long-term cost of burning professional bridges
12:03 - Mistake 3: Avoiding an impulsive 360-degree career overcorrection
16:11 - Mistake 4: Missing the post-layoff market momentum and being too generic
💻 Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode:
🎧 EP16: Moving Forward After Being Laid Off
🔗 Fill out this form to book a free intro session with me.
🔗Follow me on LinkedIn
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By Karolina NumminenBook an Intro Call with me
In this episode, I'll tell you what NOT to do immediately after facing a sudden workplace layoff. I talk about the psychological impact of losing a job and why slowing down prevents costly long-term career mistakes.
On top of that, I'll give you practical career advice, including delaying immediate action to process emotions, maintaining neutral relationships to avoid burning bridges, and resisting extreme career overcorrections, to help you navigate layoffs with resilience and protect their long-term professional identity.
Whether you're a seasoned business specialist or a tech professional facing unexpected organizational changes, this episode provides valuable insights to transition mindfully and approach your next job search with clarity and strategy.
00:54 - The global shifting landscape of layoffs and AI impact
03:02 - Legitimatizing the mental health and identity toll of job loss
05:14 - Mistake 1: Why you should not immediately jump into action
09:12 - Mistake 2: The long-term cost of burning professional bridges
12:03 - Mistake 3: Avoiding an impulsive 360-degree career overcorrection
16:11 - Mistake 4: Missing the post-layoff market momentum and being too generic
💻 Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode:
🎧 EP16: Moving Forward After Being Laid Off
🔗 Fill out this form to book a free intro session with me.
🔗Follow me on LinkedIn