From the course: Rebuilding and Rebounding after a Layoff
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Building a supportive professional community
From the course: Rebuilding and Rebounding after a Layoff
Building a supportive professional community
- I had a conversation with someone who experienced a layoff, and she said something that might resonate with you. The hardest thing for her to deal with post-layoff was the feelings of loneliness and isolation. She worked for a company for years and established bonds with coworkers. And now, here she was not only without her job, but also without her work support system. Experiencing this sense of loneliness and isolation after a layoff can greatly impact your confidence and self-worth. This is why networking and building back your support system becomes crucial to finding opportunities, providing validation, and boosting your self perception. Though building a supportive professional community may sound intimidating, especially after a layoff, it's important to remember that you're not alone. There are people who want to help you. To start engaging in networking and building connections, cultivate a community that…
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