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EPISODE · Feb 2, 2026 · 20 MIN

What to Do in the First 30 Days After a Layoff

from Turning Ambitions Into Actions · host Tiffani

Getting laid off can shake more than your job… it can disrupt your sense of safety, routine, and identity. In this episode, Tiffani talks honestly about what actually matters in the first 30 days after a layoff, and why rushing into action can sometimes do more harm than good.Using a real client story, she walks through how fear can push people toward decisions they don’t need to make, and why stability needs to come before strategy. This conversation isn’t about hustling harder or fixing your resume overnight… it’s about slowing down enough to protect yourself so your next move is intentional, not desperate.If you’re newly laid off, supporting someone who is, or still carrying the emotional weight of a past transition, this episode offers calm, practical guidance for navigating uncertainty with clarity and care.In this episode, we cover: • Why layoffs feel personal even when they aren’t • The danger of making permanent decisions in temporary moments • What to focus on before updating your resume • How understanding your financial runway reduces panic • Why structure matters more than confidence early on • How to resist fear-driven decision making You don’t have to figure everything out right now. Stability first… strategy second.Your dream job won’t wait... let’s create a plan to help you achieve it. If you’re feeling stuck, sending out endless applications, or unsure what to do next, let’s fix that. My Job Search Intensive is a 3-hour strategy session designed to help you cut through the noise, clarify your goals, and map out exactly how to land the role you deserve.No more guesswork, no more “just applying online and hoping.” You’ll walk away with a personalized plan you can put into action right away.💻 Book your FREE Discovery Call today and let’s get you moving forward!LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/tiffani-bibb-coachingIG: www.instagram.com/tiffani_bibb_coaching/FB: www.facebook.com/tbibbcoachingEmail: [email protected]: www.tiffanibibb.com

Getting laid off can shake more than your job… it can disrupt your sense of safety, routine, and identity. In this episode, Tiffani talks honestly about what actually matters in the first 30 days after a layoff, and why rushing into action can sometimes do more harm than good. Using a real client story, she walks through how fear can push people toward decisions they don’t need to make, and why stability needs to come before strategy. This conversation isn’t about hustling harder or fixing yo...

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