In this episode I talk with Dr. Adam Dorsay, a psychologist and award-winning podcaster and author. We discuss the themes of resilience, mental health, and coping strategies during job loss and career transitions. We explore the definition of resilience, the emotional challenges of job searching, and practical techniques for managing stress and building routines. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-compassion, social support, and finding meaning in difficult situations, while also addressing the impact of layoffs on personal relationships. We end by discussing some recommended resources for further growth.

Learn more about Dr. Dorsay: https://dradamdorsay.com/

Keywords: Layoffs, Unemployment, Crisis management, Resilience, Adaptation, Overcoming adversity, Psychological insights, Thriving through difficulty, Career transition, Mental health, Job search, Emotional well-being, Stress management, Self-compassion, Personal growth, Relationships, Coping strategies

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Resilience and Mental Health

02:21 Defining Resilience in Psychotherapy

03:38 Reframing Layoffs as Opportunities

06:31 The Emotional Roller Coaster of Job Searching

09:00 Techniques for Managing Stress and Building Resilience

14:07 Establishing Routines During Job Search

19:57 Bouncing Back from Setbacks in Job Search

25:37 Impact of Layoffs on Relationships

29:55 Recommended Resources for Support and Growth

In this episode, financial advisor, Tom O'Brien, talks about navigating the financial challenges of layoffs. We discuss common financial mistakes people make after losing their jobs, the importance of assessing one's financial runway, the need for clear communication with family, creative ways to generate income, and the significance of building a professional network. Tom also shares advice on financial moves to avoid and strategies for staying motivated during the job search journey.

Tom O’Brien is participating in this podcast in his individualcapacity.  Any opinions, projections, or forward-looking statements expressed herein are solely those of Tom O’Brien and may differ from Vantage Wealth Management’s views or opinions.

Learn more about Tom: https://www.linkedin.com/in/obrientom/

Learn more about Vantage Wealth Management: https://www.vantagewealthmgmt.com/

Keywords: Layoffs, financial advice, mental health, job search, family communication, financial mistakes, income generation, networking, financial planning, career transition

Navigating a job search can be a lonely, isolated, and demoralizing experience. The key is not to do it alone. One of the most successful, volunteer-supported and peer-led programs out there today is a program called Never Search Alone (NSA), which is the brainchild of Phyl Terry. On this episode Tamara Adlin talks all about what NSA is, how to get involved, and the power of searching for a job surrounded by a supportive community.

Tamara also talks about the important concept of Candidate Market Fit and how understanding one's identity aids in better marketability, why it's important to avoid overly complex descriptions of ourselves, and how we need to communicate in a way that makes sense to others to find a new position faster.

Learn more about NSA: https://www.neversearchalone.org/

Learn more about Tamara: https://www.adlininc.com/

Keywords: Layoffs, unemployment, job search, professional identity, communication, self-awareness, branding, marketability