Overcoming Layoffs In The Hustle and Bustle of Atlanta | Corey x Jennifer 005

[@TheJennuineLife]

Ahhhhh thank you SO MUCH for inviting me to the couch!! Corey I had such a blast chatting with you! Thank you for having me and creating such a safe space for me chat with you!

[@coreymjones3]

Anytime Jenn! Thank you for being open and coming on the couch 🙏🏾✊🏾

[@Choklatekisses1]

I enjoyed your sit down with my internet nephew :) I just ran over and subscribed to your channel. Let's GGGOOO!!!

[@rogers5622]

Appreciate your interview

[@ayo_jazz1]

I just want to thank the both of you for this video, you don't understand how much this helped me. I am a Graphic Designer that was laid off from a major financial news station in November, and I have been having the roughest time trying to get back on my feet and figure out what the next part of my life is going to look like. I had a breakdown this weekend and was really questioning everything that is going on in my life right now and Jenn really spoke on all of the emotions that I have been going through on getting let go from a well known company. It's relief to know that I am not the only one and that my emotions are valid. Thank you so much!!

[@coreymjones3]

@@ayo_jazz1 you’re welcome! I’m Glad this video resonated with you👏🏾✊🏾

[@LifeHackMEDIATV]

When she said “ I was doing Lyft and Uber Eats. Bringing somebody Nuggets at 10pm at night is humbling”. I felt that Sh*t. That ish will make you question your life decisions. Great Video Fam👏🏾💯🔥

[@larryiscreating]

I'm only half way through the episode and I can relate SO MUCH! I've been laid off twice in the past four years. Was able to break into tech without a degree but wasn't able to maintain it. I just finally got a job after getting laid off last November from a job I liked and paid well. You guys have a great chemistry and your conversation was really comforting. I look forward to more content from both of you.❤

[@iim_human]

Love the convo and THAT PART about not allowing your job to identify you is KEY! Now don’t get me wrong, we can all get caught up in growing and making more money…but ALWAYS KNOW that you can work the hardest, show up earlier than everyone else and leave later than everyone else…prioritize work over family and your health…and at the end of the day, when these companies are done with you so they can cut costs for shareholders, executives, whatever…you will be removed. So get your money, take care of your family first, take care of your health first, have hobbies that help to identify YOU for YOU outside of your job so if you ever have this happen to you…you don’t lose yourself along with the job. I’ve seen it happen to close loved ones that gave their all. I’ve personally experienced working hard towards a job and loving it…only to have the role pulled from under my feet and get reassigned for business restructuring. Take care of home…work doesn’t have to be and I don’t think it should be your priority. We live once, live your life!!

[@waitjohnson4441]

Im a new follower 25yo and bout to start my corporate life after a finance master degree Ive watch many of your videos in a short amount of time and you are an inspiration especially for a black man

[@coreymjones3]

Thank you! 🙏🏾 glad to be in a position to inspire

[@RMMomma4Eva]

Bro I say this with love, if you're going into corporate, it's a harsh, very judgmental environment working with the predominant culture. Your grammar and punctuation need attending to, you MUST be able to speak and write the "king's english " very well when communicating. At all times. Godspeed. ❤

[@A717-44]

Gotta love genuine coworker friendships with continued support after employment. Rare & valuable. Hope for the best prepare for the worst. Thank you both for a great episode!

[@MrLENrok]

I’m 45 and got laid off last year. Took a short contract gig that ended, never got converted. Back to another contract role. If anyone relates to the struggle I do. Keep your head up and people around you that love you.

[@Choklatekisses1]

Keep going!! Peace and Blessings

[@TheJennuineLife]

Thank you so much for the encouraging words! Wishing you the best of luck as well! :)

[@ItzSKYVlogs]

Yoooo this episode was soooo good! Maaan… I put this on save! There was so many good pieces of info! Jen is amazing and I looove her presence

[@coreymjones3]

Thank you my Brotha! Jen is a superstar 👏🏾

[@jalensmith4890]

I loved everything about this discussion. This was very encouraging!

[@bcusaaus4749]

I am in my 60’s and can relate to these stories. It’s so important to do the basic but important things young People,live below your means and save invest repeat!

[@coreymjones3]

We learn too late or the hard way. My goal is to inspire people to get started early on these things to avoid regret at all costs 💯

[@charlesmansfieldjr8728]

This video was right what I needed to see this morning. I had the rug pulled out from me almost a year ago when my employer of almost 20 years abruptly let me go. I’ve been driving ride share in Atlanta as well and coming from six figures to like $22 per hour is EXTREMELY humbling. I also am divorced and was relocated by my previous employer to Atlanta so I’m down here with nothing and trying to make something out of it. My struggle is I’ve got 15 years of non tech project management experience and I’m having a very tough time finding another job, especially without a degree. But I’m enrolled back in school and doing what I can at 42 years of age. Thanks for this video, I see that I’m not the only one trying to make a way!

[@Mark23Martin]

Thank you so much Corey for this grown up conversation we had today!!!

[@coreymjones3]

Any time!

[@INWARD2ONWARD]

I am grateful to have found you (both) today! Jennuine Gems is a BAR!

[@TyroneMaurice]

This is full of info for myself! Thanks for sharing and being vulnerable enough for the sake of hoping to propel someone into their purpose. As a recording artist working on content, I sit on tons of music worried about how others may view it without allowing anyone to review it. Today starts the day I start releasing! Thanks again for sharing!

[@WadesModernLife]

This was so motivating. Thanks for this. I needed to hear this in a major way.

[@coreymjones3]

✊🏾✊🏾

[@natzzzzz841]

This was such an important conversation. Thanks to this woman and for this platform. I’m 37 and thriving in my first c-suite role and I actually live in fear of having this define me. I am also a little fearful of it being taken away, for any reason. Conversations like these are so important. Much love and best wishes to her ❤ Edit: she seems a little defeated, naturally so; HEAD UP, QUEEN 👸🏽

[@kristinrodriguezrealtordmv3434]

Invest, invest, invest now while you're working 💯

[@Kickinitwithkitv]

Amazing conversation friends!! I can so relate to this!! Keep it coming

[@ndd60122]

This video showed up for a reason! First time getting laid off and still struggling to land a secure role. Had to pivot industries completely because truly enough is just enough. Thank you both for sharing pieces of your life that are relatable and make people like myself feel as though they are not alone in Atlanta (and are seen) outside of this corporate America rat race.

[@coreymjones3]

Sorry to hear that. I’m glad this video was able to provide that sense of comfort in knowing you’re not alone. Things will get better 🤞🏾✊🏾

[@ThrivingNotDying]

Hello former coworkers! Big tech laying us off, myself included, during this time is super difficult. The economy is terrible and I'm looking to switch careers, so even more of a challenge. My experience was different, we were made aware of the layoff for months in advance but it still doesn't make it easy. Currently entering my FUNemployment era. Wishing her all the best!

[@AlieshiaTV]

The job search is brutal out here .. I don’t attach myself to a company frfr they have no pride in you

[@coreymjones3]

Yeah it’s hard to bounce back once you attach yourself to a company

[@kristinrodriguezrealtordmv3434]

Facts! My girlfriend has a PhD and 18 yrs in the Federal Gov... hundreds of interviews and no job offer in almost 2 yrs. It's wild out here

[@reneed5714]

Jenn's a beautiful light! I truly enjoyed this episode. Please bring her back for an update.

[@TheJennuineLife]

Thank you so much 🥹🫶🏾!

[@cookiemonster7313]

This channel is fire 🔥 topics are so relatable 😢💪🏾

[@coreymjones3]

That’s the goal! Talk about the real 🔥

[@jamepearson]

Enjoy this Corey. Great job with you both. This inspired me, and took alot of notes from it. Bless you brother.

[@coreymjones3]

You’re welcome!

[@traceymcbeth6245]

This was another banger🔥🔥🔥🔥. I appreciated this one for sooo many reasons. Corey, I first started with you when you were doing Greek life content. Then I found out you were an Eagles fan. Then I found out you went to the University of South Carolina, etc... you became my nephew. I remember you taking Jenn out and working with her. And this sit down talk was confirmation about some things I'm about to run with and for me to stop procrastinating. JENN, you will Win!! Corey, keep evolving. Such a blessing. 🙌🏾 🙌🏾 🙌🏾 ❤❤❤

[@coreymjones3]

Tracey! I appreciate you for being around for so long. It means a lot to me ✊🏾

[@awilliams382]

❤❤❤ I so loved this episode! 💯 This was one of the most transparent conversations I’ve seen on your channel. I will definitely visit her page.

[@AlieshiaTV]

This is right on time!

[@JaeVoris]

Respect to you for being willing to work regardless if its Uber. You are not lazy, more respect to you.

[@Lifes360]

This was an AWESOME video! Thank you.

[@designerme777]

Thank you Jenn!!!! I needed to hear your story.

[@RonkeIfe]

This was a dope conversation between the both of you. Thank you for sharing your journey Jenn definitely subscribing to all your socials!!! Corey have you thought about having these convos in person with a live audience? That would be really fun!

[@TheJennuineLife]

Thank you so much for your support! I appreciate it :)!

[@coffeewithcoletta]

1st time watching! This is such a wonderful video. I enjoyed this convo, and I will be watching more. Genuine, down to earth people, I loved this❤.

[@coreymjones3]

Welcome! More to come soon 🙏🏾

[@tyvellew82]

Great conversation. Jennifer - please continue to make content. There are too many female podcast (and males) speaking on superficial BS that doesn't really appeal to the masses. I think you have a real and genuine story to share with the world

[@ddames]

My guy dropping gems! Loved the video bro 🙏🏽

[@coreymjones3]

Thanks fam. When you pop down to the A, we gotta do a segment

[@ddames]

Most definitely bro

[@nailedyou]

That cycle you mentioned is the damn truth! Thank for this share y’all. Stay Blessed. 😊

[@kristinrodriguezrealtordmv3434]

This was an amazing episode! I loved the interaction, the conversation that information. I used to work for Visa 💳 great salary, benefits, bonuses and RSU's... but I started to get burnt out, managment changed, some ppl did get laid off. These companies are NOT loyal. So during the Pandemic while we were locked down, I got my real estate license and bought two investment properties that I rent out on Airbnb. I kept selling real estate on the side and stacked 💰. I ended up quitting that job last year and happily took a pay cut for a chill job that I work 100% remotely. The best thing I can tell people is while you are making 6 figures, invest in things that are going to make you money while you're sleeping. Also figure out how to make money on your own outside of your 9-5 (start a business). Best of luck to your guest. I'm going to subscribe to her channel.

[@KristenAngelica]

This blessed me. Realest conversation!!!

[@rogers5622]

Corey got his last name the same way my cousin got his " by default " 😂 Appreciate this honest discussion that is effecting so many people right now .. good vibes to everyone out here looking .

[@coreymjones3]

Lmaoo fr fr. It happens so a lot of us. Thanks for watching and commenting ✊🏾

[@_Yohnlegend]

Meeting you at the NSBE 50 Conference was something that I wont forget because in that moment it felt possible to have both. (Being a career and a hobbie) I have a lot of patience for you because I know how work is with the uploads and you still maintain consistency to an extent.

[@designerme777]

Absolutely loved this!!!!

[@jemeldagilmore9692]

❤❤❤ you all really spoke truth currently in the same season. I love the couch conversation.

[@coreymjones3]

The truth shall set you freeeeee ✊🏾💯

[@loveofpassion7908]

Love this conversation. Thank you both

[@havanna_talea]

Such a great and relatable conversation. I’m in corporate and just landed my first promotion last month. Also the internal game you have to play in corporate has me saying I can’t do this for life.😂😂

[@coreymjones3]

So exhausting!

[@lilliepad2535]

I found CJ, because of the minimalist content. Also, I love this conversation. Im for pod cast like Jenn, to walk and exercise. Good to know more info about insomnia.

[@JohnFuego4]

Wow. I love how she stated that due to not working , she didn’t feel as if she deserved to have fun. I definitely know what she means. I was released from the military for health reasons last year December and haven’t secured employment yet. I’ve felt that I didn’t deserve to have fun just yet. God bless you all and thank you for this video. G.O.M.A.B

[@coreymjones3]

Gomab brotha ✊🏾

[@betweenthebuds]

Subscribed to both of y’all. Love the conversation. Gotta meet y’all one day 🙏🏾

[@joshuabrown3046]

I love her she needs to put more videos out

[@TheJennuineLife]

Thank you so much! I'm on it - sitting with Corey was so helpful + encouraging for me! I appreciate this comment so much!

[@BlackExpatMom]

Thanks for your transparency!

[@TheJmoneyp]

this was a great episode

[@davidsamuels777]

Nice dialogue very entertaining much love.

[@IAMJOSHUA305]

Speaking Facts! Great content here 🔥

[@dextersmithbsee]

I totally understand what you're going through. So...what are doing for income? I'm on my 7th month on unemployment and stilll looking. Uber, Lyft , Instacart, unemployment checks (they ran out).. Car was stolen which I needed for Lyft..... Couldn't pay the rent..had to move back to Athens, GA from Atlanta. But through it all I still have me.

[@TheJennuineLife]

Hey there! First let me say I am so sorry about your car - I hate to hear that happened to you. I am still doing a little bit of everything lol and really throwing myself into creating content as my outlet and side hustle. You are absolutely right, you still have you and your sanity. This is just the path we have to take to get to the other side of what's meant for us. The testimony is going to be something serious you hear me?! :) Hang in there - you got this!!

[@felitacavette3331]

Good video. Thanks for sharing your experience with getting laid off; this will help so many people! Corey, skip getting Tesla; there are other luxury electric and hybrid vehicle. Some are really nice.

[@jay898-fb2]

Keep up good work ❤❤and thank you for sharing

[@TheJennuineLife]

Thank you so much 🙏🏾🥹

[@AlieshiaTV]

lol it took me time to think about it plan it that’s money right there 😂

[@ernestinejones8822]

I really enjoyed this video.. so interesting!!

[@princeok12]

Great content and great conversation. 🙏🏾

[@adlenemomant3512]

❤thankyou 4 tha #POSITIVITY!! ITS CONCLSISTRNCY ❤❤

[@coreymjones3]

💯💯

[@AlieshiaTV]

She said oh you waiting on me 😂😂

[@BDM162]

Love the conversation

[@_Yohnlegend]

Running the LIKES FOR THE COWBOYS! Also great content

[@TheJennuineLife]

DC4L 😁!! ✭

[@AlieshiaTV]

Real wealth is no bills lol true!!

[@coreymjones3]

Big facts 🗣️

[@Choklatekisses1]

As a 57 years old, I find so much inspiration in your channel. Corey, you are a special soul. BTW - The "stripper" side of YT is really kool. At least the ladies, I watch lol. I only watch 2 creators and 1 has since quit that line of work but the women they are outside of how they make their money, are beautiful.

[@coreymjones3]

Thank you 🙏🏾. Glad to have you as a supporter of my content. Ima have to check it out, what’s their channels

[@Choklatekisses1]

@@coreymjones3 Miss Tiffany B and Lipbalmkixxx tv This the both in Nashville. Their current content is mostly centered around every day life but older content was mostly navigating through their every day lives in that industry.

[@AlieshiaTV]

I love the big sis advice can you share how you got into tech!

[@TheJennuineLife]

Definitely will! This is a great idea!

[@AlieshiaTV]

@@TheJennuineLife thank you!

[@kimberleyallen3350]

Welcome back Corey and friend from NYC atl keep going dnc is on god Bless Aug 22-24 2024

[@varivango3642]

Out here in ATL in tech also my brother you speaking the truth! Keep doing your thing man

[@Choklatekisses1]

Come on with the Merch Corey!!!

[@QueenSlim2201]

Thats how I picked the Patriots as a child. 😂 Them colors. Plus my school mascot was patriots. 😂

[@coreymjones3]

lol that’s how it be sometimes

[@sheafyne7159]

Straight" ordinarily refers to a single, unmixed liquor served without any water, ice, or other mixer.

[@jasontaylor2237]

Aww man I work Investments and previously in Home Equity and boi more people need financial education. People live BELOW your means. If you make 100k you need to be living off of say 60k. man I could go on and on and on about the financial education. Funny thing is I had a Audi too but sold that thang....YEARS AGO! Learned that at the beginning of my financial education journey.

[@tonyahenry4167]

Lofi music has helped me a lot I have serious insomnia hence me making this comment at 3am 😂

[@lilliepad2535]

I listen to Lofi music. I'm sixty years old. I like the moving parts of the video and the music helps me relax, work etc.

[@enzigenes]

Tech is a scary industry. Very scary. I try my best to stay away from those big-name companies. I never cared about working for AWS or Google. It's nice to have the name on your resume but it's very scary.

[@jasontaylor2237]

YESSS FOLKS YOU MUSH HAVE HOBBIES!!!!!!!! Too many people out here that do not have things they are interested in bro. I got a few homies all they do is work and come home and maybe drink and smoke. Then be asking me where i'm at when i'm not working. Bruh I have 1 thing i'm truly passionate about that I want to do every minute when I'm not working. Not even including the other things that I'm just interested in and like to check out like Fashion and art/architecture in homes. If you happen to get laid off or lose your job then BAM! This could become a time to maybe turn that hobby into income like me. So yeah bro hobbies are an important part of life I believe. I asked a young lady I work with now what is something she is passionate about and like to do....she didn't know and couldn't tell me. She's grown grown and I think that's sadd. I told her you need to really take some time and think about that. SERIOUSLY!!!!

[@jesuslittlegirl2710]

PREACH IT, PREACH IT AGAIN, PREACH IT ONE MORE TIME, AMEN ✝️ YES LORD YES LORD LORD YES LORD YES AMEN ✝️ RIGHT ON POINT, AMEN ✝️ SO SO TRUE AMEN ✝️ HALLELUJAH GLORY TO GOD ✝️🙏📖⛪️🎶🤗😷🧎‍♀️👩👌👍🙌🎊🎤🙆‍♀️😊👏👋🤝🎉AMEN ✝️

[@jesuslittlegirl2710]

POWERFUL VIDEO, AMEN POWERFUL VOICE, AMEN POWERFUL PREACHING, AMEN POWERFUL WORDS, AMEN HALLELUJAH GLORY TO GOD ✝️🙏📖⛪️🎶🤗😷🧎‍♀️👩👌👍🙌🎊🎉🤝👋👏😊🙆‍♀️🎤AMEN ✝️

[@keithfelder3320]

"JERSEY"

[@jesuslittlegirl2710]

E-A-G-L-E-S 🤗😷🧎‍♀️👩👌👍🙌🎤🙆‍♀️😊👏👋🤝🎉🎊

[@AlieshiaTV]

I figured the ex was gay when she said I know why now lol 😮

[@QB-ul5lq]

🎉

[@jesuslittlegirl2710]

AMEN HALLELUJAH GLORY TO GOD ✝️🙏📖⛪️🤗😷🧎‍♀️👩👌👍🙌🎊🎉🤝👋👏😊🙆‍♀️🎤AMEN ✝️

[@Jusklein]

Hey Corey Jones I need your help to tell me what Google's email is could you help me? I need to recover my mother's account, please.

[@AlieshiaTV]

You should tell your divorce story like Corey did it blew up. Life after divorce!

[@TheCreoleSon89]

I’ve never been laid off but I stay with two jobs. I don’t keep up with this Atlanta crowd. Everyone wants someone making 6 figures. Never understood it. Breakfast club Sundays, new cars, hair cut every 3 days, fancy place to stay, Clothes etc. I don’t even know why they do that. I drive my Corolla and it ain’t EVER changing. 35 and I avoid all these jones cause I’m a Johnson. 🤷🏽‍♂️I love Atlanta but you won’t get me to spend above my means.

[@coreymjones3]

Wise man!

[@MES21]

❤

[@Marqueljenkins]

Hmmmm

[@melvinmurphy3255]

Bring someone nuggets at night...lol

[@la7572]

That's not true about Atlantans. That would come from others. 😮

[@coreymjones3]

What’s not true?

[@AlieshiaTV]

You should tell your divorce story like Corey did it blew up. Life after divorce!