Why Rejection Feels Worse After Job Loss

The Emotional Side of Layoffs Nobody Talks About Losing a job is already painful. But what many people are not prepared for is what comes after: The rejection emails. The ghosting. The interviews that “felt perfect” but led nowhere. The silence after submitting hundreds of applications. And suddenly… What used to feel like a normal … Continue reading Why Rejection Feels Worse After Job Loss

After 20 Years in HR, I Can Tell You This: Recruiters Don’t Care About Your Layoff

Let’s get one thing straight right now: Recruiters are not sitting around judging you for being laid off. I’ve spent over 20 years in Human Resources—reviewing resumes, sitting in hiring meetings, advising leadership, and helping companies make some hard decisions. And I can tell you this with full confidence: 👉 Being laid off is not … Continue reading After 20 Years in HR, I Can Tell You This: Recruiters Don’t Care About Your Layoff