“I did everything right, and still got laid off.” 😤

That line from author and marketing leader Steve Jaffe hit hard. Because it’s true for so many of us.In our latest Laid Off Legends podcast, Steve shares the raw, real story of being laid off four times, and how each experience shaped the roadmap he now shares with others. Through the powerful five stages of grief framework, Steve reframes the layoff journey from shame to strength. From silence to storytelling. From loss… to legacy.🎙 We talk about:

Why job loss hits our identity so hard

How self-compassion, daily routines, and gratitude shape recovery

What it means to exit with goodwill (even when it’s hard)Buddhist wisdom, depression stats, and navigating ambiguity

Why “the person who enters the layoff isn’t the same one who comes out”

This is such a timely topic and resource.

It's not just a list; its a survival guide for high performers navigating deep disruption, with a strong reminder that you’re not alone.

Resources:

Author Website - https://thestevejaffe.com/ - Download your free chapter here!

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaffesteve/ - Let's Connect 🧠 Read Steve’s book: The Layoff Journey From Dismissal to Discovery: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXSDCQPY/ref=nosim?tag=laidofflegend-20

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