"When the Floor Gives Way: Navigating Shared Devastation After a Sudden Layoff"

Stacey Commer recounts her sudden transition after a decades-long career in local TV was cut short, exploring identity, resilience, and the practical steps she took to rebuild. She discusses pivoting to public speaking coaching, consulting, podcasting, animal rescue, and the role of community support and health recovery in creating a new path forward. What happens when the career you spent decades building vanishes in an instant? In this deeply personal and vulnerable episode of ColliTalks, I sit down with Stacey Commer to navigate the aftermath of a sudden, career-defining transition. After a decades-long career in local television was cut short, Stacey faced the kind of professional "floor-drop" that sends shockwaves through not just an individual, but an entire team. We move beyond the surface-level talk of resumes and job hunting to explore the systemic reality of what it means to rebuild your identity when your world goes dark. In this episode, we explore: The Anatomy of Shock: Navigating the collective devastation when a team is upended overnight. Beyond the Resume: How to disentangle your sense of self from the work you do. The Pivot as a Healing Process: From public speaking coaching and consulting to podcasting and animal rescue, Stacey shares how she intentionally chose paths that fed her soul rather than just her bank account. The Role of Radical Recovery: Why prioritizing your nervous system and community support is the only way to build a sustainable future after a life-altering event. Whether you are currently in your own "radical clearing" or simply navigating the uncertainty of a shifting landscape, this conversation is a reminder that the end of one chapter is the necessary precursor to a life designed on your own terms. Connect with Stacey: www.projectfive. ca email: [email protected] linkedin.com/in/stacey-commer-637b11120 projectfive.ca Join the Conversation: If this episode spoke to you, leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear that they are more than their job title. "I am curious—what piece of your identity are you currently being asked to reclaim? Join the conversation in the comments below."