Losing your job is painful and unfortunately the current economic conditions have led to many layoffs and firings in companies large and small. However, we’ve learned though thousands of interviews over the years that job loss is one of the most common catalysts for massive life improvement. Below, we’ve shared stories and perspectives from some very successful members of the community around how they dealt with job loss.

Deepa Bharat

How I overcame my last layoff was by pushing my business to the next level. I had just began my journey and craft while I was working at that job. It was new and just merely the beginning. I started selling a simple item at a farmers market. Read More>>

Kori Cortez

That was one of the most unexpected and challenging things I’ve had to do. My job was impacted by a large, company layoff and I didn’t realize how much I attached my identity to my work until this happened. I was crushed, hurt, betrayed, confused, angry, all the emotions I didn’t want to feel. Read More>>

Ian Macallen

How did you overcome a layoff and/or getting fired?

For most of my career I worked at a small, boutique communications firm. There was a lot of learning-by-doing. There wasn’t a team of people, just me and the person I worked for, so I ended up involved in a lot more than just creative work. Read More>>