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EPISODE · Mar 11, 2026 · 20 MIN

Episode 2: Survive the First 72 Hours

from Fear, Faith and the Forest · host Rich Zapata

The first 72 hours after a layoff can make or break how you navigate everything that comes after. In this episode, Rich shares what he did in those first critical days, and what he wishes he'd done differently. From telling his sons the news on the way to baseball practice, to learning why anxiety is countered by productivity, to drawing an unexpected parallel between job searching and online dating, this episode gives you a practical framework for stabilizing yourself before you start strategizing. Four action steps to help you survive the first 72 hours, and build from there.Send Me a MessageThank you for listening! 

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