LIFESTYLE | MEN'S HEALTH Surviving a layoff later in your career By Clark Updated on April 11, 2023 I. Introduction Getting laid off sucks! There’s no other way to say it. I find myself in this situation again. This is the third time for me, but this one is a little different. I’m 56, at a more senior level and have a lot more at stake than when I was in my 30s or early 40s. This article covers some things I’ve found helpful surviving a late career layoff. TL;DR Coping strategies to get your stuff together Focus in our emotional well-being and create some structure Consider some different approaches to finding new opportunities Wrap up conclusion and some resources and tools I’ve found helpful Losing your job is never easy, but it can be particularly challenging for those in their 50s and beyond. For many people in this age group, there may be concerns about running out of time to recover financially or doubts about finding a new job. Right now, I’m my own worst enemy, but
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