Staying Grounded During a Layoff 😔 | Tips and Lessons I Learned

[@Blindswordsman1994]

I hated my job but then felt sad when I got laid off, it’s a weird feeling! Like the end of a long term relationship, you go through the five stages of grief

[@jupitersplans]

I'm sorry you went through that also. And you are totally right, it is like the end of a relationship! Wishing you the best for the next chapter 🖤

[@raymondlin8728]

I love the familiarity, routine, paycheck. Not the people, job respon, boss,

[@RationalGaze.BingChillin]

I got laid off yesterday. I initially was sad and bummed. I thought I would be ok. But today I started to feel angry and hurt. Like I can see looking back that I promoted 4 times in 6 years to leadership. I was trained and held to a standard of leading with empathy and compassion and transparency but then I was shown none. They read off a pre-prepared letter. That was it.

[@jupitersplans]

so sorry you are also going through this. i totally get feeling angry and hurt. i hope you find something even better very soon!

[@RationalGaze.BingChillin]

@@jupitersplans thank you! Yeah I’m realizing that these emotions are all par of the process. Getting moving has helped restore a more rational mindset. Already in the game plan phase and leveling up my LinkedIn. Hopeful for the next opportunity! Great content!

[@jupitersplans]

@@RationalGaze.BingChillin thank you!! 😊

[@Zshumba]

Same exact thing happened to me. It's been devastating and the complete lack of support, empathy and humanity by management in all this made it so much worse. At the end of the day just remember it's them, not us. We'll land somewhere better. Hugs to all and ever forward.

[@jupitersplans]

@@Zshumba so sorry this happened to you too. but I totally agree with you and sending you good wishes!!

[@scarletlady3727]

One thing I want to tell younge people as a 45 year old HR Director is that never be so confident that you “ never think it will happen to you “……I have had to lay off C-Suite level employees so it ABSOLUTELY can happen to everyone…..always be prepared and always network

[@jupitersplans]

you're so right, thank you for the advice!! 💜

[@chicago9458]

I could never understand why anyone feels entitled to a job they’re hired into or why they think they won’t be let go. In America 🇺🇸 most states we are at will. We can let go or can be let go!

[@jburch1544]

The best one ever saw in corporate America was HR director looking for an employee to schedule a "meeting" to layoff person. She went back to her office and got laid off the next hour. Oh well, as they say, not personal

[@uplifting8593]

So glad I found this video going through the same thing. I loved the people I worked with and got along with everyone. I was valued, but the corporate entity needed to do cutting and it was my turn. 20 + years gone in the blink of an eye. The ups and downs are definitely a part of the aftermath. For anyone that’s going through this it’s OK and keeping a routine is definitely beneficial.

[@jupitersplans]

I'm so sorry you are having to go through the same thing. The emotions are really tough but I trust we will find something better on the other side. Sending you lots of good wishes 💜

[@elizabethmorales8099]

The feeling is mutual, I got the same after a year and two months working in my last company…please continue to be positive and updated about your current situation if you can. We have this 😊

[@jupitersplans]

thank you so much for the kind words, you are right, we got this! 💜and I am so sorry this happened to you too

[@HannahlovesStories]

I needed this! I was recently laid off too and have been struggling with that roller coaster of emotions. I’m glad I’m not alone or crazy for feeling what I’m feeling.

[@jupitersplans]

You are not crazy, it is a roller coaster! I hope you find something amazing soon 💜

[@oceanbreeze1110]

Thanks for posting this video Shin. I can tell you’re still affected by it. It is hard to navigate forward after something like that. I can understand. I was laid off too. It has been more than a year. I can understand all of the emotions you are going through. Any additional tips to add would be to reach out to your support group, don’t stay isolated in the house, try to do social activities and work on expanding your network. This can create job leads sooner. The job market is rapidly changing. Don’t restrict yourself to your own idea of your next job. Be flexible and explore all the possibilities out there. Perhaps consider a pivot in your career if your current one will not lead you to opportunities. I hope to see your update video soon of your next job.

[@jupitersplans]

thank you for these tips! I have been kind of avoiding social situations bc I am embarrassed of my situation, but you are totally right. and I like the advice about thinking beyond what I currently know or am used to. it's good to hear from someone who has been in this situation too :)

[@patriotlightning7791]

Beautiful Thing ❤ Be brave, like you have always been! ❤

[@jupitersplans]

thank you! i really needed the nice words today 💜

[@tinkr.spelle2535]

I was let go just about the same time as you made this video. Thank you for making it. Sometimes just hearing that you're not alone makes a difference.

[@jupitersplans]

I am so sorry this happened to you too. Wishing you the best 💜

[@flamenco80]

I got laid off last year in Sept after being with the company for 9.5 yrs. Still haven't secured a job yet and I have a mortgage too 😥

[@jupitersplans]

oh no, I am so sorry to hear that! Wishing you best of luck in finding something soon. 💜

[@jburch1544]

Layoffs have always occurred and accelerated in the 1990s. Every week, companies were closing, outsourcing, being sold due to globalization. It was a time of big change of loyalty to companies. On the flip side, inflation was low, and housing was affordable, no free lunch

[@jaquelinefaivre4340]

keep positive…you will see that at the end it was for your own good…i have been on the ups and downs on life but you know what..when I look back I donrealize that evey change i had in my life, it turned out to be trully in my best interest. Have faith and pray…you will see that things will turn much better for you at the end.

[@jupitersplans]

thank you so much! It's great to hear your experience and I will keep the faith :)

[@MollyC174]

I am really sorry to hear this and shocked after your business trip I thought it was going well. Not been in that situation but when something big happends it takes a toll on me too. Its as if everythings fallen to pieces and your trying to put it back together. I agree with your tips and how to keep going through a diffucult time. I think in the mist of all of this something better is on the way and youve learnt something from it which is important too. Sometimes things happen for a reason and we may not be able to see them durimg diffcult times but it is for a good reason. Also I have an oil diffuser you put essential oils in it and it helps calm me down too. The body shop balms like Sleep and Breathe help me too. I have a journal from LOVENDU they do anxiety ones, general mental health and they help me. Hope your alright and sorry for the long message❤

[@jupitersplans]

thank you so much Molly, I appreciate you being here for me💕🫶

[@MollyC174]

@@jupitersplans 🙂🙂 hope everything works out soon for you

[@jupitersplans]

thankk you 🙏@@MollyC174

[@marielux7372]

My company is doing layoffs too. It’s a very large banking institution. I’m so tired of the news channels saying the economy is doing great when clearly it’s not and we look to be on a very bad path economically

[@jupitersplans]

🙁 I hope you weren't affected by the layoffs!

[@marielux7372]

@@jupitersplans luckily not as of yet!

[@samia6888]

I got laid off yesterday. Last month my dad passed away and I thought they felt compassion for me but I guess not. I helped this company build the department up and at one point I was the only one with the knowledge (since my manager who was a great one left) and the company ended up being bought and they restructured everything. The first thing I heard when the meeting started was "just so you know we do not consent to the recording of this meeting", terrible people. The only thing I regret was not using my unlimited PTO more.

[@jupitersplans]

oh my goodness, I am so sorry for your loss and the horrible treatment from your last company. I hope the best for you! 💜

[@jaquelinefaivre4340]

I’m so sorry for your loss… nothing more sad to loose a family member…just think that God works in misterious ways, you will see that at the end you will do much better in the long term in a better job that will fit you better…you already have a big angel watching over you…your Dad…God Bless.

[@theresaruiz-dn1pe]

Thank you for sharing. This helps a lot of people.

[@jupitersplans]

thank you 😊

[@miken7629]

Layoffs happen, this goes to the concept of "Average" which has a huge effect where everyone at work is your competition. "Average" is a mathematical point in the middle where half the people are "Above Average" and the other half are "Below Average", no one is "Average". I found this concept true when I worked, the Above Average half continuously developed more skills and did well while the Below Average half fell behind, subject to layoffs, missed promotions and lower salaries. I was never the best but always strived to be in the Above Average half. When you have a job do everything you can to keep it.

[@MrRikkiRocket]

It may not seem like it now, but getting a new job is often the BEST thing that happens to people. It was meant to be for some reason. With ❤, Rikki

[@jupitersplans]

thank you so much for the kinds words, Rikki! I am temping right now but feel hopeful for the next job and trying to keep the faith that it all happens for a reason! ❤

[@iliumboy]

I worked for a large Fortune 100 IT company for about 5 years. I probably billed more hours (i.e. dollars) that any other employee in our branch. When layoffs came, it didn't matter, I was gone. It's a numbers game. It's not what have you done, but what are you going to do. If the company doesn't see you making them money in the near future, then you are just a cost to them, say bye bye.

[@sarahgalea4010]

I also got laid off recently. Seeing people who are also talented and smart have this happening to them really comforts me. There is so much shame with this. We are not broken. Capitalism sucks.

[@jupitersplans]

I'm so sorry you are going through it too :/ it really does suck and makes you feel like you did something wrong, but we didn't. I hope you get a new, better job quickly! 💜

[@ComoPz]

What's that noise in the background? Sorry if you already clarify it with a subtitle or something, I'm only listening. Sounds like you're frying some food.

[@jupitersplans]

oh no, I am sorry! I think it might be because we had a leak in the front of the house and the landlord set up fans to dry it out. The fans were quite loud. It is a priority to save for a microphone :( thank you for watching and the feedback!

[@Auroralifecoachingsevices]

I just got laid off

[@jupitersplans]

oh no, I'm so sorry to hear that. Sending you lots of positive vibes and wishing you find a new job quickly!

[@mfrancisco_850]

God your Bea

[@vallejoborncalihasbecomeal9022]

Why do the laid off these days believe this is a new phenomena? Employees have been let go for ages. What they didn't do was announce it on camera for the world to see. They dusted off their resumes and got to work. Seeking a job is a full time job!

[@janetay8798]

The older generation spoke nothing of layoffs and never shared with the younger ones how to deal with such complex emotions. That's really pathetic and sad that you expect people to assume they know layoffs aren't new. These things must be discussed more often without judgement so the youngest ones can learn from us for their future.

[@vallejoborncalihasbecomeal9022]

@janetay8798 Listen, for the person laid off, I'm sure his or her family knew about, discussed it and dealt with the complex emotions brought about by it. What they didn't do was declare it to the world!

[@BillDerby-c2o]

Bidenomics is so much better than orange man sending out mean tweets.

[@ryanyoung9202]

🎯 - 🙌💯✅👏 - HOW COULD PEOPLE BE SO F#CKING STUPID ALL WE HAD WITH TRUMP WAS MEAN TWEETS KNOW WE HAVE INFLATION, CRIME, OPEN BORDERS AND WARS !!!

[@vic8189]

How come I didn’t see a bunch of coal miners make videos when their industry was told to “learn to code?” Layoff happen all the time, wipe the dust off get back up like many have done in your shoes.

[@dynodon9182]

This generation has the entitlement gene. Remember, they were never told no.

[@janetay8798]

Your generation spoke nothing of layoffs and never shared with the younger ones how to deal with such complex emotions. That's really pathetic and sad that you expect people to just "brush it off". I'm sure some of your generation felt just as helpless and overwhelmed, but suffered more because their peers don't say anything about it. These things must be discussed more often so the youngest ones can learn from us.