Verified Submission
careerJob Loss
#RI-6aab6ca0·6 months ago·
1
Author avatar
Lookback: 2026, 4 years after first layoff

Laid off twice in my career

Laid off twice, once at 28 and again at 30, after delivering on expectations

What I wish I knew
"Job security doesn't exist"
If I could tell you one thing
"Be prepared for uncertainty"
0
7/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

Advice for Someone Facing This

Short, upvotable wisdom. The most helpful rises to the top.

No advice yet. Be the first to share wisdom.

Discussion

React, question, or discuss this decision.

Sign into join the discussion
career Category
2,654
career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.7/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
15%
of career decisions land in the regret band the same as this one.