Layoff Anxiety Has You Spiraling?
You don’t have to figure it all out alone. Let’s calm the panic, get oriented, and make a plan to get you into a new role - fast.
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...this was not the plan. You did the job they asked you to do. That was supposed to be enough. Now a layoff has happened (or it’s looming), and suddenly out of nowhere, you have to figure out what’s next. So you're thinking:
“The last time I did a job search was so long ago, I don’t even know how this works anymore.”
“I didn’t plan to be job searching and now I’m completely unprepared.”
“Should I do a career pivot? I have no idea what roles I should even be targeting.”
“I can’t stop swinging between panic, overwhelm, and despair. I have no idea where to even start.”
“How am I supposed to get a job in an economy like this anyway?”
But Imagine...
Approaching your job search with steadiness instead of pain & panic. How would it would feel if:
You could release the rage, betrayal, and self-criticism enough to believe in yourself and move forward.
You understood that layoffs are not a reflection of your value as a person or a professional, and you really believe it.
You recognized that post-layoff anxiety is normal and you can actually think, decide, and take action even when it doesn't feel easy.
You had a clear, realistic sense of what matters most in your job search right now and what can wait until later.
You knew how to honor and prioritize your limited energy so you make progress without burning out.
The Emotions Are Real ... And So Is The Work
A LAYOFF IS A BETRAYAL THAT LEAVES WOUNDS
The agreement is if you do the job, you keep the job. Layoffs break that agreement. Too often in a sudden, cruel, and impersonal way. It is normal to feel anger, fear, grief, hurt, and deep insecurity in the face of a layoff.Â
It’s incredibly common to turn the pain inward. To wonder what you missed. To question your value. To replay decisions and look for where you went wrong - even if the reason had nothing to do with you.
BUT YOU STILL NEED A JOB
As unfair and painful as this is, it doesn’t change the fact that you have bills to pay.Â
At some point, you still need to stop spiraling long enough to engage in a job search consistently enough and well enough to get a new job.
And the job market has changed so much. The "Great Resignation" is over. Hiring takes longer. Competition is higher. AI is simultaneously making things easier and WAY harder. What used to work doesn’t always work anymore.
So what are you supposed to do?
SO GET HELP WITH BOTH THE WOUNDS AND THE SEARCH
The anger, fear, and self-doubt interfere with your focus, decision-making, follow-through, and confidence. They make it harder to show up well, even when you technically know what you’re supposed to do.
That’s why in a Starter Session, we don’t just take a tactical approach. We get practical, but not without acknowledging what you’re dealing with.Â
You need someone who understands how emotionally difficult this is and knows how to do this work well.
 A targeted, 1:1 session designed to get you moving forward.
(and your gateway into my coaching universe!)
This Is Perfect For You If...
You’re thinking about starting a job search, but feel out of practice.
You want to start your search, but can’t decide on a target role.
You’ve been job searching on and off, but want to finally crack it.
You’re mid-search, it’s not working, and you don’t know why.
You know what you need to do, but you can’t make yourself do it.
Why Start With A Starter Session ... And Why Now?
A Starter Session is the gateway into my coaching universe, and a bold first step towards your 90-day career transformation.
Truth is, most career issues don't resolve themselves, so just waiting won’t fix what isn't working for you right now.
That's where your Starter Session comes in - this 30-minute, 1:1 coaching session is a strategic way to stop reacting and start auditing your current situation. We’ll use the time to build an immediate action plan and to determine if the full 90-day Career Lab program is the right container for your transformation.
Plus, if you decide to join the Career Lab within 7 days of our session, your entire $99 Starter Session fee is credited towards the program!
  Trust me, I understand how scary it feels to take that first step, but I also know how good you will feel once you take it...and if I can't help to fix your situation for whatever reason, your Starter Session can be fully refunded, no questions asked!
Already had a Starter Session? Click here to find out more about my 90-Day Career Lab.
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Hi, I’m Phoebe Gavin
A career coach who helps women and people of color build careers they don’t have to recover from. My work blends strategy, structure, and emotional intelligence. I’ve helped over a thousand clients across dozens of industries get unstuck, level up, and move forward (even in difficult markets like this one).
I’ve also written for a number of internationally-regarded news outlets, as well as being featured in a Netflix documentary and on a range of podcasts.
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