Srdjan Randjelovic // Shutterstock 6 moves to make after a layoff Leaving a job can often come with many emotions. But an expected layoff can be especially challenging to navigate. “Our jobs aren’t just how we identify ourselves in terms of who we are and what we do; they’re our source of security and our…
Going through a layoff isn’t a reflection of your skills or work ethic. In fact, it happens to many professionals. But when it comes to job interviews, knowing how to talk about it takes strategy. Should you say you were laid off in an interview, or should you wait until the interviewer asks? How do…
In March 2025, layoffs in the U.S. exceeded 275,000—a near-record high. With so many jobs being cut, the possibility of a future layoff feels very real for many workers. So what should you do if you suspect you’re one of them—and that your company is preparing for layoffs? Trending Searches SEARCH ALL JOBS Let’s take…
Layoffs don’t just affect the people who leave. If you’re still employed after a round of company cuts, you’re probably dealing with a heavy mix of feelings—relief, guilt, worry, maybe even a strange pressure to prove you “deserved” to stay. But once the shock fades, the reality sets in: You still have a job—but you…
The economy is uncertain. Layoffs are happening left and right. You’re still standing—but now you’re wondering if it’s a bad time to ask for that raise you’ve been wanting. On one hand, you’ve taken on more work and proven your value. On the other, you don’t want to seem insensitive or out of touch with…
Layoffs are becoming increasingly common across a variety of sectors and industries—but if you get laid off yourself, it’s a sting that hurts no matter how common it is. The impact can be so much deeper than job loss. Trending Searches SEARCH ALL JOBS “Whether it was something you saw coming or something that took…
