Thank you for the real picture of what it’s like after layoff. It’s been tough. I am also a career changer from Ed to tech. Was lucky to snag a job at an AI tech startup. Got laid off last year. My dad died from cancer and I had to move back home because my lease was up. 2024 was the worst year of my life. I’m still 8 months unemployed and in therapy. Taking things one day at a time.
I got laid off and also retired at 52 and honestly, I wish I’d done it sooner. The 9-to-5 grind always steals your freedom for a paycheck that barely scratches the surface. My advice? If you’re in your late 30s or early 40s, start saving for FIRE now (Financial Independence, Retire Early.) And if you’re in your 50s, invest smartly and break free from relying on your job. Market trends, like the Trump Effect, have made millions for many, including me. Stay focused, stay consistent, and remember financial freedom is within reach if you make it a priority.
Working with Lorrie Greta Hillard , a financial advisor, was a game changer. She helped me refine my savings strategy, including retirement planning, and provided expert guidance on investments and budgeting to maximize my savings.
It’s amazing to hear about your experience! I came across Fire and people who had pursued that and it was inspiring. I’m hopeful that one day i can get there.
Your positive attitude makes you seem so much younger IN A GOOD WAY. I was shocked when you said you in your mid 30s. With an attitude like that, there's nothing you can't do.
Thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement! ❤️ I have hope for some type of future and whether it’s long or short i’m going to make the best of it
I love watching videos like these now! I learn a lot and enjoy seeing regular people sharing their experiences with everyday life, having “regular” jobs, the struggle with the current state of the job market and economy. It’s so true that while a lot of the entertainment and luxury style content is fun and exciting to watch, it’s just not the reality for most. It’s not even reality for the people who flex it! They have ebbs and flows that they just don’t talk about. I’m here for the realness and raw truth ❤
I couldn’t agree more. I can’t even watch some of my favorite content creators because what they show of their lives don’t meet today’s reality for most people like myself. I find myself comparing my life to theirs and we know that’s not good. Plus I’m actually happier when not watching them.
Thank you so much for watching and I agree! It’s important to share the real deal, the good, the bad and everything in between. Thank you so much for your support! ❤️
I feel you on the im not going back in 5 days a week! I learned just like you! Worked in office for years ... learned from covid at home i value flexibility!
I have retired from my tech career and the one thing you said is you must be flexible and realize that things can and will change. Getting that second income stream is an excellent idea, In my tech career I spent the last 20 years working the night shift. LOVED the shift differential and double time on the holidays. That extra money went to retirement funds, paying off the mortgage. I am sitting here as a woman of color and am telling you it is worth it.
Thank you for sharing your experience, I really appreciate your insights! Your words of encouragement mean a lot and it helps to confirm i’m on the right track. I lead with my spirit either way and pursue my heart. I don’t know what the future of the world looks like but i know i no longer want to sacrifice what’s important to me for time in the office, water cooler convos, micromanagement and time of my life commuting back and forth.
Loved this! Thank you for sharing your experience. I was laid off 2020 and I ended up taking another job and a pay cut just to get something to get me back in the workforce. I’ve been attempting to transition into a new field, but it has been hard the last four years. I have not given up, but I definitely need to pay increase because I have stayed here too long. This just gave me more motivation to keep going!
We have similar stories. I’m also 36. These tech layoffs are not easy. I was let go back in November. (Still looking) I was making a big salary as well (80k) I have been in tech for a while. I have been Working remote since 2017. I refuse to get on the phones and go in the office.I have experienced 2 layoff in my career. Now trying to pivot. Still in tech but either cybersecurity or QA. Your severance pay was good. I got 2 weeks and I had to send my equipment back 😅
I'm sorry to hear you went through the same thing! It's definitely a lot to deal with but i’m glad to hear that you know exactly what your looking for in your next role. 2025 means we say no to anything that doesn’t serve us even a job. Haha, I was surprised they let us keep anything! It was a nice parting gift and it was a perfect reason to start youtube and i now use it for editing. Cybersecurity is a great concentration and the use cases keep increasing with how intertwined tech is in our daily lives.
Preach! I get the struggle, I also did Shipt and several other gig jobs to get me by while i was laid off. It was tough but it added to my character building and i learned a lesson.
life style creep. live below ur wage and you’ll be fine. thing about Americans is once they get a better paying job they get a more expensive car, place to live and start spending more money this is why people making 100k a year still manage to live paycheck to paycheck a lack of financial literacy and materialism has failed the American people from living the lives they truly want and getting actual fulfillment
Yes girl I feel you on being a mom in the work place. Having to use so much sick and annual leave time bc the children get sick at school. When u work from home it's much easier to take care of the children and work. I took off 5 hour yesterday and then I had to call off today bc my children are sick. It's so stressful. I work for my local government and they make us do 2 days at home and 3 days in office. We used to be 100% remote, They stay going back and forth, so annoying.
being around so many people for 40+ hours that are outside of our regular circle was incredibly draining for me as well. i completely understand how you feel about remote work. it’s a complete savior to our mental health. wishing you success with completing your degree. and thank you for sharing your experience with this shift in your life. ❤
So glad you can relate! Nobody in my life understood why i’d be so drained just going to work but omg the office can drain the very life force from you. 😭 Thank you for your kind words and support! ❤️
Thank you for this video. It's encouraging. I hate my current job, but I am realizing it isn't so bad. I want to transition to tech client service. I am a new subscriber.
You're welcome! It's definitely helpful to look at the bigger picture, and maybe it will help you make a game plan. Wishing you the best and I look forward to sharing the journey with you.
If you like it, definitely go for cybersecurity! This is one of the sectors I believe will be in high demand due to the need to protect our technological infrastructures.
Thank you for your insight. I'm starting a cyber security courses at the end of the month. I'm trying to pivot out of working in healthcare. I'm hoping cyber security will be a secure choice.
Thank you for the real picture of what it’s like after layoff. It’s been tough. I am also a career changer from Ed to tech. Was lucky to snag a job at an AI tech startup. Got laid off last year. My dad died from cancer and I had to move back home because my lease was up. 2024 was the worst year of my life. I’m still 8 months unemployed and in therapy. Taking things one day at a time.
I’m sorry to hear you’ve gone through so much, but I’m proud of you for keeping your head up and pushing through! We will all push through!✨
I got laid off and also retired at 52 and honestly, I wish I’d done it sooner. The 9-to-5 grind always steals your freedom for a paycheck that barely scratches the surface. My advice? If you’re in your late 30s or early 40s, start saving for FIRE now (Financial Independence, Retire Early.) And if you’re in your 50s, invest smartly and break free from relying on your job. Market trends, like the Trump Effect, have made millions for many, including me. Stay focused, stay consistent, and remember financial freedom is within reach if you make it a priority.
Exactly My point! The 9 to 5 grind is just not worth it the stress and low payoff. What specific steps did you take to break free?
Working with Lorrie Greta Hillard , a financial advisor, was a game changer. She helped me refine my savings strategy, including retirement planning, and provided expert guidance on investments and budgeting to maximize my savings.
Got it! Thanks for the tip! I was curious, so I looked up Lorrie
I have 5 more years and I can’t wait to retire!
It’s amazing to hear about your experience! I came across Fire and people who had pursued that and it was inspiring. I’m
hopeful that one day i can get there.
Keep it going
Thank you for your support! ❤️
Your positive attitude makes you seem so much younger IN A GOOD WAY. I was shocked when you said you in your mid 30s. With an attitude like that, there's nothing you can't do.
Thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement! ❤️ I have hope for some type of future and whether it’s long or short i’m going to make the best of it
I love watching videos like these now! I learn a lot and enjoy seeing regular people sharing their experiences with everyday life, having “regular” jobs, the struggle with the current state of the job market and economy. It’s so true that while a lot of the entertainment and luxury style content is fun and exciting to watch, it’s just not the reality for most. It’s not even reality for the people who flex it! They have ebbs and flows that they just don’t talk about. I’m here for the realness and raw truth ❤
I couldn’t agree more. I can’t even watch some of my favorite content creators because what they show of their lives don’t meet today’s reality for most people like myself. I find myself comparing my life to theirs and we know that’s not good. Plus I’m actually happier when not watching them.
Thank you so much for watching and I agree! It’s important to share the real deal, the good, the bad and everything in between. Thank you so much for your support! ❤️
@180Katherine I Totally agree! Got off instagram 3 years ago and my mental health and self perception have been so much more positive.
I feel you on the im not going back in 5 days a week! I learned just like you! Worked in office for years ... learned from covid at home i value flexibility!
I was blind but now i see!! 🤣🙌🏾
I have retired from my tech career and the one thing you said is you must be flexible and realize that things can and will change.
Getting that second income stream is an excellent idea,
In my tech career I spent the last 20 years working the night shift.
LOVED the shift differential and double time on the holidays.
That extra money went to retirement funds, paying off the mortgage.
I am sitting here as a woman of color and am telling you it is worth it.
Thank you for sharing your experience, I really appreciate your insights!
Your words of encouragement mean a lot and it helps to confirm i’m on the right track. I lead with my spirit either way and pursue my heart.
I don’t know what the future of the world looks like but i know i no longer want to sacrifice what’s important to me for time in the office, water cooler convos, micromanagement and time of my life commuting back and forth.
Love the ambition and drive. New subscriber!
Thank you for subscribing and I appreciate your support!
Loved this! Thank you for sharing your experience. I was laid off 2020 and I ended up taking another job and a pay cut just to get something to get me back in the workforce. I’ve been attempting to transition into a new field, but it has been hard the last four years. I have not given up, but I definitely need to pay increase because I have stayed here too long. This just gave me more motivation to keep going!
You got this, Keep going! ❤️
We have similar stories. I’m also 36. These tech layoffs are not easy. I was let go back in November. (Still looking) I was making a big salary as well (80k) I have been in tech for a while. I have been Working remote since 2017. I refuse to get on the phones and go in the office.I have experienced 2 layoff in my career. Now trying to pivot. Still in tech but either cybersecurity or QA.
Your severance pay was good. I got 2 weeks and I had to send my equipment back 😅
I'm sorry to hear you went through the same thing! It's definitely a lot to deal with but i’m glad to hear that you know exactly what your looking for in your next role. 2025 means we say no to anything that doesn’t serve us even a job. Haha, I was surprised they let us keep anything! It was a nice parting gift and it was a perfect reason to start youtube and i now use it for editing. Cybersecurity is a great concentration and the use cases keep increasing with how intertwined tech is in our daily lives.
You said a mouthful this whole video. I'm praying for you on your journey!
Thank you so much for your support! 🙏🏾❤️
Rooting for you! You can accomplish your goals and you will ❤🙏🏾
Thank you for the support and encouragement! ❤️🙏🏾
Thank you for sharing🙏 So many great points!
Your welcome! Glad they were helpful
I've experienced a 50 percent pay cut before. Too bad bills didn't cut themselves in half as well.
Preach! I get the struggle, I also did Shipt and several other gig jobs to get me by while i was laid off. It was tough but it added to my character building and i learned a lesson.
life style creep. live below ur wage and you’ll be fine. thing about Americans is once they get a better paying job they get a more expensive car, place to live and start spending more money this is why people making 100k a year still manage to live paycheck to paycheck a lack of financial literacy and materialism has failed the American people from living the lives they truly want and getting actual fulfillment
Yes girl I feel you on being a mom in the work place. Having to use so much sick and annual leave time bc the children get sick at school. When u work from home it's much easier to take care of the children and work. I took off 5 hour yesterday and then I had to call off today bc my children are sick. It's so stressful. I work for my local government and they make us do 2 days at home and 3 days in office. We used to be 100% remote, They stay going back and forth, so annoying.
It’s so hard, I’m sure you’re ready to go back to full remote work! 😩 Hang in there, wishing you the best! ❤️
being around so many people for 40+ hours that are outside of our regular circle was incredibly draining for me as well. i completely understand how you feel about remote work. it’s a complete savior to our mental health. wishing you success with completing your degree. and thank you for sharing your experience with this shift in your life. ❤
So glad you can relate! Nobody in my life understood why i’d be so drained just going to work but omg the office can drain the very life force from you. 😭
Thank you for your kind words and support! ❤️
So glad that you Keep going at the lower salary. Trust me it will pay off.
Thank you, I'm going to do my best to keep my head up and keep pushing! 🙏🏾✨
Thank you for this video. It's encouraging. I hate my current job, but I am realizing it isn't so bad. I want to transition to tech client service. I am a new subscriber.
You're welcome! It's definitely helpful to look at the bigger picture, and maybe it will help you make a game plan. Wishing you the best and I look forward to sharing the journey with you.
@@Sams-explorations thank you. likewise. this will be an awesome journey.
Now I'm wondering if I should drop my cybersecurity classes
If you like it, definitely go for cybersecurity! This is one of the sectors I believe will be in high demand due to the need to protect our technological infrastructures.
Thank you for your insight. I'm starting a cyber security courses at the end of the month. I'm trying to pivot out of working in healthcare. I'm hoping cyber security will be a secure choice.
🙏🏾