Been laid offâor worried you might be? Youâre not alone, and youâre not powerless. Layoffs are more common than everâbut that doesnât make them any easier. Whether itâs your first time getting the news or you're watching the writing on the wall, how you prepare for a layoff can make all the difference in how quickly you bounce back.
In this episode of Corporate Baggage, Whitney and Catie talk candidly about what itâs like to be laid off, how to prepare before it ever happens, and why applying to 200 jobs isnât always the move. With personal stories, tough love, and practical steps, they cover how to strengthen your network, update your resume before you're in crisis, and avoid sabotaging your re-employment chances online.
If you've been laid off, know someone who has, or just want to future-proof your career, this oneâs for you.
đĽ Who this is for:
Professionals currently navigating a layoff
Anyone worried about job security
Leaders who want to support their teams
Anyone whoâs helping a partner or friend through it
đŹ Topics We Cover:
Why the layoff conversation starts before youâre ever let go
How to keep your resume ready (even if you're not job hunting)
What not to post online when youâre emotional
How to activate your network without feeling cringy
Why most jobs donât come from applicationsâthey come from people
đ Resources & Links:
đ Make Yourself Indispensable by Roger Campbell (Catieâs dad!) and Darren McKnight
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Candidate Experience Checklist for Employers
đ 10 Questions Candidates Should Ask
đź Resume help: Check out Upwork, Fiverr, or ask us for a referral
đĄ Takeaway Quotes:
âGetting laid off is personal, but itâs not always about you.â
âIf you're applying to 200 jobs, you're probably wasting your time.â
âYour network is your net worth. Build it before you need it.â
âDonât wait for the layoff to get readyârun the play in advance.â
âThe internet lives forever. Post accordingly.â
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