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Lose the Job, Find the Story.

I Lost My Job
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Have you been laid off? Maybe you know someone who has? This is the place for you. Come find your community in the raw stories from people who are navigating a job loss. We'll share the reality of what it's like searching for a job in one of the toughest markets in history and hear how people make it through those really tough days and find ways to pick themselves back up.  

Transcript

Introduction to the Podcast

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Jackie Shu
If you've lost your job or you know someone who has, you're in the right place. Welcome to I Lost My Job.

Meet Jackie: From Social Worker to Talent Acquisition

00:00:09
Jackie Shu
I'm Jackie. I'm a former social worker and current talent acquisition expert with over 10 years in the field.

Understanding the Impact of Layoffs

00:00:16
Jackie Shu
I'm creating this podcast to shed light on what it's really like to be laid off. It's a disorienting emotional experience, one that can leave you feeling hopeless, isolated, and alone.

Real Stories and Coping Strategies

00:00:29
Jackie Shu
But here's the thing. You're not alone. Every week, you'll hear real raw stories from people who've been through it. How they coped, what they learned, and what it's like navigating a crazy job market.

Navigating Job Searches: Resumes and Scams

00:00:43
Jackie Shu
We'll also cover trends like what it means to optimize your resume to the ATS and how to make sure the job offer you get isn't actually a scam in disguise.

Building a Supportive Community

00:00:55
Jackie Shu
My purpose here is to build a community. I want to create a place where we share stories, lift each other up and create new ways to connect and support each other, especially when the job hunt feels so overwhelming.

Join the Conversation

00:01:10
Jackie Shu
So whether you've lost your job, think you might, or just want to stay in the loop about what it's like out there, come join us. This is I Lost My Job.