Hardly a week goes by without news of another high-profile layoff. From tech giants like Meta and Tesla to government agencies and financial institutions, corporate professionals at every level find themselves confronting an unsettling new normal. As a career coach, outplacement provider, and host of The Job Hunting Podcast, I've observed firsthand the toll layoffs are taking both financially and emotionally. In this episode’s conversation with Steve Jaffe, author of "The Layoff Journey: From Dismissal to Discovery," we unpacked the psychological impacts of job loss and how professionals can emerge stronger.  Read the full Blog on the WebsiteJob Hunting Made SimpleReset Your Career - Fast-Track Your Job Search in One Weekend31 Days of Action for Job SeekersFind Your Talents: Learn About Your Strengths, and Watch Your Career GrowJoin 5,000+ Readers of The Job Hunting Newsletter: Subscribe NowLear More About Renata's career coaching and coursesTimestamps to guide your listening:00:00 Navigating Layoffs: A Personal Journey02:07 Understanding the Stages of Grief in Layoffs04:52 Coping Mechanisms and Emotional Resilience07:57 The Impact of Identity Loss11:02 Managing Anger and Bargaining13:42 The Importance of Rest and Recovery16:49 Finding Meaning and Moving Forward25:25 The Importance of a Well-Rounded Life27:24 Shame and Identity in Unemployment29:07 Owning Your Professional Identity30:58 The Job Search as Full-Time Work33:59 Building and Utilizing Your Network37:14 Resilience in Job Searching39:04 The Role of Career Coaching40:55 The Value of a Strong Network46:05 Living with Intentionality51:38 New ChapterLinks mentioned in this episode:Link to Purchase Steve's bookAbout the host, Renata BernardeHello, I'm Renata Bernarde, the Host of The Job Hunting Podcast. I'm also an executive coach, job-hunting expert, and career strategist. I teach corporate, non-profit, and public professionals the steps and frameworks to help them find great jobs, change, and advance their careers with confidence and less stress. Watch the Episodes on YouTubeFollow Renata on Social Media:LinkedIn

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