BLT #30 | You lost your job.

There is no right or wrong way to feel after you've been told you're losing your job, but there are a few things you can do immediately to set the tone for where you go from here.

WE BELIEVE:

You are capable.

One of the most common sentiments that we hear from folks who have lost their job is a feeling of fear and self-doubt. "Was I not good in my role?" "Do I know how to find a job in 2025?" "Am I the only one who is this scared right now?"

When put together, these feelings get at a fundamental insecurity that so many people have: "Am really I able to handle this hard moment in front of me?"

Having worked with thousands of individual across industries, levels, and geographies, we can assure you that the answer is a resounding yes - so long as you keep moving. Things will feel hard, tricky, and borderline exhausting, but by taking action each day (big or small!), you're simultaneously processing the hard stuff and uncovering new insights and learnings along the way. Neither one of these things are possible without taking action.

SOMETHING WE LOVE:

YOU SHOULD TRY:

Building a routine to keep moving.

The simplest way to start and stay moving after you've lost your job is to develop a lightweight routine to guide your days. We recommend:

• Starting the day off strong | Simple things like waking up at a consistent time, making your bed, and getting ready for the day sets a tone that you're in control of your day, not the other way around. Best case scenario, you also add some physical activity to your morning routine to help energize your body and clear your mind before you dive into job search work.
  
• Setting a dedicated amount of time for online job hunting | It can be easy to get drawn into the LinkedIn doom scrolling when looking for work, but after a few hours a day, the rewards are usually diminishing. Instead, set a target amount of time you want to dedicate to online job searches (we recommend 3 focused hours max) and then supplement that time with face-to-face networking and connection moments. A well balanced job search strategy is critical!
  
• Engaging in something fun on a regular basis | Whether it's trivia night at your local brewery, pickup soccer in the park, or checking out live music at local venues, it's essential that you keep fun activities part of your routine as a way to reduce stress, connect with friends, and help prevent job search burnout.

If you've recently lost your job and are looking for more support, check out Career Sandwich for live events and 24/7 tools designed to help you get where you want to be.

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