Here's how you can rebound from a layoff and secure a new job.

A layoff can trigger many difficult emotions, affecting our self-worth and acceptance of reality. During times of shame, self-criticism, or hopelessness, practicing mindfulness with self-compassion can be helpful. The first key to self-compassion is recognizing you are not alone in your experience, which is known as common humanity. The second key is practicing self-kindness by offering yourself understanding instead of punishment. The third key is mindfulness, which involves navigating the journey from job loss to new beginnings by neither exaggerating the positive nor diminishing the negative.

A layoff can be tough, but it's a chance to relaunch your career. Take a breath, then focus on finances and update your resume. Network actively and consider upskilling. Reframe the layoff as a chance for a fresh start and target roles that align with your ideal work situation. With focus and effort, you'll land a great new job!

Take this time to reconnect with what truly energizes you and align your next steps with those passions. Start by updating your resume and LinkedIn profile to showcase your skills and experiences, making sure they reflect your strengths and the value you bring. Networking is key, so reach out to former colleagues, attend industry events, and don’t hesitate to tap into your personal connections for support and opportunities. Remember, a layoff isn’t a reflection of your worth or abilities; it’s simply a chance to pivot and explore new avenues. Stay positive and proactive, and consider seeking out additional training to bolster your prospects. Most importantly, maintain a balanced routine that includes self-care practices.

Eine gute Möglichkeit sich seiner Emotionen bewusst zu werden. Sie zu identifizieren und sich ihnen zu stellen. Wir können dieses einschneidende Ereignis dazu nutzen diese Emotionen auszuheilen. Wenn ich mir darüber klar werde woher ich diese Gefühle kenne, wann ich sie zum ersten Mal erfahren habe, kann ich diese heilen. Sei es dir wert Dir Unterstützung zu holen, wenn du alleine nicht weiter kommst. Es tut so gut diesen alten Schmerz zu überwinden.

Frage dich: - Wofür brenne ich? - Was würde ich tun, wenn ich kein Geld damit verdienen müsste? - Bitte dir nahestehende Menschen dir deine größte Stärke zu nennen. Das erweitert deinen Blick und du bekommst ein neues Bild von dir und deinen Wünschen. Überlege dir wie du das in einen neuen Job integrieren kannst. Sprechen mit Außenstehenden kann hierbei hilfreich sein.

Arbeite deine größten Stärken heraus. Bitte dir nahestehende Menschen dir deine größten Stärken/ Qualitäten, wofür sie dich schätzen zu benennen.

Networking is useful to be connected to the movers and shakers in the industry. There may be your future employers, in the event out there. It is important to be mindful of our emotions and thoughts when networking. You want to be diplomatic and professional, in explaining your current situation. These people you are meeting may be complete strangers who are not familiar with your exact personal circumstances and why and how you lost your job. Showing contempt or negativity towards your ex-employer, rightfully or wrongfully, does not matter to your new contacts. They may only see you as someone with a chip on their shoulder. So be aware of this, and learn to compartmentalize your emotions and thoughts, at least during the event.

Losing a job sucks. We may get overwhelmed with painful, negative emotions and feelings. Also negative thoughts and self-doubts. Being aware and mindful of such waves of challenging emotions and thoughts is important. Work on your resume only when you feel more neutral or positive. Trying to craft your resume when you are feeling at your worst is not going to help you land that job. The sarcasm, self-hatred, and self-doubt may affect the tone and language that you use in your resume. If you really need to do that resume ASAP, then ask a friend or a trusted mentor to take a look at it to ensure it looks good!

Being calm and collected is important in an interview. Especially when you are prompted about your reason for leaving your last job. Most career professionals do not recommend talking badly about your boss or previous employer. Whether there's a valid reason for you to be mad at them or not, keep it to yourself, your loved ones, or your trusted friends. Employers want to hire someone who is present and future-focused. So you have to know the rules of the game and play by the rules of the game if you want to succeed. Your personal views of the rules are personal.

Talking to a counselor or psychologist may help process the pain and hurt caused by the layoffs. I spoke to a counselor myself, as well as career coaches, about my challenges after I left my job. This helps me to gain better clarity of my needs and wants; and also to detox away any hard feelings that I have about my previous employer. It helps me start over faster with an empty slate, a beginner's mind!