The text discusses the impact of experiencing multiple layoffs at a tech company and the lessons learned from that experience. The author shares insights into understanding the reasons behind company layoffs, not taking the layoffs personally, dispelling the myth of job security, maintaining a separate identity from the company, and being proactive in managing one’s career. The author emphasizes the importance of taking control of one’s own destiny in the corporate world.
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How changing my perspective on layoffs actually set me free
Look at you oh you handsome captain steering the wheels of your life — Image by Author (Dalle)
Imagine finally landing your dream job after years of hard work. You’re at the top of the world, living the life, and feeling secure. Then, out of nowhere, layoffs hit.
Lesson #1 — Understand Why Companies Lay Off People
Even if you drown, trust that you’ll rise up (except if you really can’t swim..) — Image by Author (Dalle)
Last January, I witnessed many individuals shattered by layoffs, haunted by the question of why they were chosen for this unwelcome fate.
Lesson #2 — Don’t Take It Personally
You can’t blame companies for laying off people. I’ve gone through this mind struggle many times but then I realized this:
Lesson #3 — Job Security Is an Illusion
Oh look at you again, walking the plank should feel like just another dip in the water by now. Nothing you can’t face already — Image by Author (Dalle)
I don’t recall having “security” as a perk on my employment contract, yet I expect it somehow. We all do as if we were promised that, and so when they make us walk the plank, we feel betrayed.
Lesson #4 — You‘re Not Your Company
You have your own identity, so don’t be afraid to reach out for it, you’re a strong and brave pirate. Image by Author (Dalle)
I still love Spotify, but I love it differently now.
Lesson #5 — Be the Captain of Your Career
Finding your path is an adventure of its own, embrace it! — Image by Author (Dalle)
Do You Want To Be a Simple Mate or The Captain?
Final Word
Layoffs hit like a storm, but this experience has forced me to take the wheels of my own destiny.
Yoho Yoho, a pirate’s life for me 🎶— a life of embracing challenges and seizing opportunities. Okay, that’s the only picture of myself I could find that was remotely reminiscent of pirates, don’t judge me
Thank you for being so supportive!
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