Podcast 1250: The Layoff Journey From Dismissal to Discovery: Navigating the Stages of Grief After Job Loss

Inside Personal Growth with Greg Voisen

In this episode of Inside Personal Growth, Greg Voisen sits down with Steve Jaffe, author of The Layoff Journey: From Dismissal to Discovery. Drawing on his 25-year career in advertising and his personal experience of being laid off four times, Steve shares how job loss can be transformed from a devastating setback into an opportunity for self-discovery, renewal, and growth. Listeners will learn: -How to navigate the seven stages of grief after a layoff. -Why layoffs aren’t personal and how to separate identity from career. -Practical strategies for managing stress, building resilience, and finding new purpose. -The truth behind the myth of meritocracy and why hard work alone doesn’t protect against layoffs. -Tips for negotiating severance agreements and preparing for an uncertain job market. This conversation is filled with empathy, encouragement, and actionable insights for anyone navigating career transitions. Our Guest, Steve Jaffe: ➥ Book: The Layoff Journey From Dismissal to Discovery: Navigating the Stages of Grief After Job Loss ➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/auR1RNp ➥https://thestevejaffe.com/ ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevejaffethelayoffjourney/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaffesteve/ Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen: ➥ https://gregvoisen.com ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/ ➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/ ➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/