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EPISODE · Sep 15, 2025 · 55 MIN

What to Do If You Get Laid Off! | 24, Laid Off Twice, & Thriving with Abby Weaver

from Career Composer · host Erin Ahart

Special guest and human resources professional Abby Weaver shares her experience navigating not 1, but 2 (!!!) layoffs in her early twenties! What DON'T we cover in today's episode?Should you search for jobs when you're anticipating a layoff?What can you expect from a severance package? What is severance?How to address a gap on your resume due to a layoffThe difference between getting laid off vs. getting firedHow to navigate changing work friendships when you no longer work for the same companyNavigating low self-esteem and confidence after a layoff, plus how to deal with anxiety when you're anticipating a layoffWhat to do with your time when you don't have a job!Applying for full-time vs. part-time roles and the different types of employmentTraveling abroad to refresh your job search motivation! YOU ONLY LIVE ONCEYour job does not define you. Remember, work is only one part of who you are!If you're currently navigating a layoff or expecting one, we're here for you and hope this episode offers some level of comfort and reassurance that you're not alone. You will get through this, and you will be okay. <3Get my FREE Job Application Tracker! Socials:Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter, Threads: @careercomposerYouTube: @careercomposerEmail: [email protected] ERIN (FREE!): Email Erin at [email protected] to get started. Use "ASK ERIN" in the subject line! 1:1 Career Coaching Services: Email Erin at [email protected] for information about her coaching services! Use "1:1 Career Coaching" in the subject line.

Special guest and human resources professional Abby Weaver shares her experience navigating not 1, but 2 (!!!) layoffs in her early twenties! What DON'T we cover in today's episode?Should you search for jobs when you're anticipating a layoff?What can you expect from a severance package? What is severance?How to address a gap on your resume due to a layoffThe difference between getting laid off vs. getting firedHow to navigate changing work friendships when you no longer work for the same companyNavigating low self-esteem and confidence after a layoff, plus how to deal with anxiety when you're anticipating a layoffWhat to do with your time when you don't have a job!Applying for full-time vs. part-time roles and the different types of employmentTraveling abroad to refresh your job search motivation! YOU ONLY LIVE ONCEYour job does not define you. Remember, work is only one part of who you are!If you're currently navigating a layoff or expecting one, we're here for you and hope this episode offers some level of comfort and reassurance that you're not alone. You will get through this, and you will be okay. <3Get my FREE Job Application Tracker! Socials:Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter, Threads: @careercomposerYouTube: @careercomposerEmail: [email protected] ERIN (FREE!): Email Erin at [email protected] to get started. Use "ASK ERIN" in the subject line! 1:1 Career Coaching Services: Email Erin at [email protected] for information about her coaching services! Use "1:1 Career Coaching" in the subject line.

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