I was laid off today through a corporate restructuring, and I’m glad I found this video. Thanks for your content!

A healthy attitude literally shifts our lives and opens the doors for more opportunities. You got this!!

Was told im Being laid off in 2 weeks heartbroken is not the word still have to go to work knowing im being let go is hard best job i ever had

@coffeetime1001

5 ай бұрын

Wow. Same thing here. They let me know 2 weeks ahead of time also. Others who I know were let go the same day it's announced and no 2 weeks for them. I felt my heart is being stabbed. It's like my 9-year plus relationship with someone and that person just called and said she is breaking with me. 😭. Hang in there, bro. We will make it through.

I never really cared about a job loss. I support myself since my 17 years old and I always give 100% on a job, it's not like I don't want to work, and very often I recieved recognitions from my employer. It's just that I never cared about job loss. Sometimes I quited myself also. I worked so much different jobs in my life and I have so much different working skills that I can't even count them all. And also, I was always kinda happy when I quit my job or if the employer let me off 😁 That situation always symbolized to me a fresh begining and new opportunities, and that always made me feel happy 😁

Nice timing, Philip! Great advice! I was laid off last Friday from the photo/design job I'd had for 20 years. Our company is shut down until May, but who knows. Hit the ground running: contacted my freelance clients and lined up new work, launched a new website for my freelance business, started a daily photo blog, and plan to launch a podcast soon (not to make money, just to encourage people). Stuck here on our old farm in Maine with my dear wife. We've chosen to get creative and thrive. Yes, tough times, but a positive attitude is critical. I hope everyone stays healthy and safe until they turn the world back on!

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

Peter- that's great to hear. Sounds like you DID hit the ground running. It's funny how now I can picture your farm (from the pics in the book--thanks again for that!) I hope you and your wife are well - and stocked on toilet paper for the duration...LOL.---have me on your podcast! -just sayin'...

Thank you for putting this out. I hate nothing more than some dude telling me to update resume and immediately look for work. You give great output, thanks 😊

@PhilipVanDusen

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it Christian!

...And the ‘Inspiring Person of the Year Award’ goes to: PHILIP VANDUSEN 👏👏

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

Ana---awwww you shouldn't have....but *shifts into Oscar mode* I'd like to thank my director, the cast and my dear wife...😎

Sir I love you for this...I am going through a very down time after getting fired last month ,they gave me reason like i am not good at my work and not reliable despite of doing all hardwork...All my friends are earning and here I am no source of income ,dependent on my parents...Trust me i got emotional while watching your video..Thanks for the HOPE Sir...Its was uplifting

@PhilipVanDusen

3 жыл бұрын

Ritu, You're gonna be OK. You just have to keep showing up - doing the best you can do - putting one foot in front of the other - do the "next right thing"! It WILL get better. Visualize success. It sounds corny, but it works.

@aravindj6550

3 жыл бұрын

Ritu you are not alone. I was laid off last week, same reason as you said that I'm not doing my work properly, blah blah, even though I spent almost 14 hours daily sitting in front of my laptop for work. It really hurts. But Hang in there, use this time to learn some new skills that will boost your chance of getting into a new job. All the best.

@ritujha7009

3 жыл бұрын

@@aravindj6550 Thankyou so much for your kind words..I feel privileged that I came to @Philip VanDusen channel and got know many wonderful people like you.

I appreciate this. I have actually been in and out of work for a while, even before the virus and it has been really hard. This was nice to hear from even an emotional level.

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help Kristin!

Really great video, Philip! I love the clear steps and the gentle encouraging vibe. I was not laid off but I was stood down. I've got the feeling I might not be brought back though (toxic workplace, but still money). It does help to have someone else saying what many of us deeply know, but struggle to execute. I hope you're not being too affected and stay safe!

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

J, sorry to hear you have been stood down. But no shame in that these days. I know very few people who have not had their employment status affected. If the place was toxic (and I know we've talked about this before) it may be a blessing and open up your universe for something better to present itself to take it's place. I am a firm believer in that sort of kharma. Open yourself up to it and it will come.~ you stay safe too..

Thanks for the support. I have been working with the restaurant business for a long time as a freelancer. It was always protected from loss of work by the number of different employers at one time. And for printing, design and website development. One restaurant is very easy to close - the entire restaurant industry will never close - people will always eat. Risk sharing - several professions, several customers. But there was one moment, a black swan, who could do this and close all the restaurants in one moment. All I can do is do work on credit. You are right that there is time to tackle the portfolio, find new solutions. I do not want to stop because when all this is over, there may be a huge demand for my work at one moment, and I will be ready for it.

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

A Black Swan moment indeed - look at the chaos as opportunity...as hard as that is, you're right - look for new solutions.

Thank you so much for once it felt like a human being talking to me rather than some person telling me to sort my C V and look for work ! . I'm finding the emotional aspects hard to deal with sometimes I'm ok other times I just cry it's tough xoxo

@PhilipVanDusen

2 жыл бұрын

Doll Doll, I'm glad you liked it and I'm glad I could help a little bit. Hang in there, really. Time makes things better. Always.

This is the best “recently laid off” video. I was so close to isolating, but I decided to reach out and found major support from former coworkers.

@PhilipVanDusen

Жыл бұрын

That's so great to hear! So happy for you.

@modernlunacy4341

Жыл бұрын

@@PhilipVanDusen It’s bittersweet…. I’m still dealing with the heavy blow of the layoff, but thank you again.

Thank you for noting the great points!

@PhilipVanDusen

Жыл бұрын

Any time!

One of the nicest and GENUINE people on the internet... Thank you for sharing your wisdom Philip.

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you John - that's cool of you to say.

This is such a rough time for so many people. 7,000 dead in Italy. And many other countries over here in Europe on a similar path. Here's hoping everyone stays safe. I agree with Philip that this moment presents an unexpected opportunity for all of us to deeply reassess our lives and to pivot or transition in a major way, if necessary. For instance, if we take three months out to upskill or to get a new project off the ground, no one is going to question a gap in a resume or wonder why we aren't on somebody's corporate payroll somewhere. I've had half a dozen personal projects vaguely lined up for months and know that if I don't pull some triggers now I never will.

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

000000...you have just laid out a solid plan for yourself. Go for it. No excuses. Start today. Be 1% better than yesterday - and in 100 days you'll be a new person.

Appreciate the sharing. Just got laid off from a massive tech winter layoffs yesterday and this video helps me digesting things better as I do really not know how to process this. Thank you!

I have already used this time to get a "Design Thinking" certificate and the UX/UI certificate is next! Thanks for the helpful information

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic!

Just what the doctor ordered Phil. A dash of positivity in the midst of this unprecedented unfolding event.

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

Kash- you are one of the very luckiest my friend! Keep makin' hay. Show G-S-K who's boss...:-)

Awesome advise for all! Thx and stay safe!!

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rick!

Great video. Much needed & appreciated. Thankyou.

@PhilipVanDusen

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Great uplifting post Philip... Thank you for great videos always...

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

😎👊

Philip Thank you 🙏🏾

@PhilipVanDusen

Жыл бұрын

You rock Emeka desmonds!

Still relevant in these foreboding times. Thanks!

Thank you so much for this video, it gave me ideas and now we just need to, at least, try to keep calm!

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

You got this!

This is great. Thank you.

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

hello Philip ... very helpfull video for this weird situation !!!

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

Nikos, --weird -- you said it!

Dude! The stability of your frame is just insane! When this whole isolation stuff is over I go to Jersey and we grab a beer. Or two.

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

Deal!

@paweex3655

4 жыл бұрын

@@PhilipVanDusen HA!

thank you for saring ideas. this is very helpful vedio

Thank you so much.

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

😎🕉

Oh my gosh..YES.. I’m thankful this came up. I feel a tad stuck and well, just sad. I’ve been employed since I was 14. I do know who I am while not working.

Too be honest this is one of the best Vids I have watched like to be honest I lost a bit of hope of getting a job but like your advice is amazing :)

@PhilipVanDusen

3 жыл бұрын

Best of luck!

Thanks for the hot tips.

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

You rock Donny!

Great and timely video Phillip.

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

Ryan Dailey, You're very welcome. Be sure to check out the other videos in my catalog. There's tons of great stuff there!

I just got my notice yesterday, I work for an engineering services firm, they haven’t had a new contract since September

I've been watching you videos for a year now. I started working freelance as a community manager on September last year and in December I had 5 clients. Unfortunately now I'm down to one. It's alright, I'm working in my brand and I try to look at the bright side, even if I don't get clients I want my brand to be known meanwhile and ready for when the market start to pick up. Greetings from Uruguay Gracias

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

Cecilia- you are taking all of this with the right perspective. Agency work goes up and down - constantly. Just keep putting one foot in front of the other and "doing the next right thing" and you'll come out of this OK.

@ceciliaperez9270

4 жыл бұрын

@@PhilipVanDusen thanks Philip for the answer. I manage to build my own website since when I wrote this. I do see a great movement of people and getting more engagement. Soon I hope to get myself on videos in order to get known and build a relationship. I also like to say thank you for the videos, it has been of great help. (Sorry for my English) Cheers

thanks for this content....i will get through this by God's grace

I was laid off may 5 and I just saw your video. Thank you.

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

You got this! I hope this helped - even a little bit...

Very timely video - wow what a crazy time. The economy has taken a nosedive.

@PhilipVanDusen

3 жыл бұрын

Indeed!

Thank’s for your words🌈❤️

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

😎🕉

Great, also useful for me as a freelancer. Thanks, Philip!

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

I know it all too well, Janne. Tough times ahead.

Hi Philip. Nice to see you here. Covid has disrupted our normal professional life. I am learning design softwares while at home.....

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Shawn! GREAT use of your time! Be well.

Just got the hammer and this video is super encouraging, thanks for creating this!

@PhilipVanDusen

2 жыл бұрын

Gian - you can do it brother. It's just a bend in a very long road.

thank you Philip.. very useful.. I am pretty much on the path you have suggested in your video. hopefully I will find new cheese!

@PhilipVanDusen

3 жыл бұрын

You can do it!

Helped me today, thanks

@PhilipVanDusen

3 жыл бұрын

Happy to help

Thank u

I got laid off from my first job after 11 months which was difficult for me since alot of jobs looking for 1 or 3 years of experience which was hard. Everything is just difficult. It kinda shocked me because it happened so quickly even after a couple months it feels like everyone bounced back up but I'm still looking. I've gotten extremely close just to be beaten by another candidate so I'm still continuing to apply but in the mean time I have to work retail temporarily until i get a new job. I'm stressed and sad but hopeful I'm just frustrated.

@PhilipVanDusen

2 жыл бұрын

It will come. Have patience. Just show up everyday for yourself and the universe will bring you what you need.

Hi i have lost my job but I am less skilled so it makes me isolate and scarred to try putting myself out there I have not studied worked 7years in a factory and after that in this last job as a admin Secretary in a school under the school governing body and was very limited or show very little but I blame myself because I sat in my corner and was not forward or inquisitive greedy for knowledge I felt that the lady was always very irratated by me coming to ask for anything so that's why I lost out getting more knowledge and confidence

You and your family be safe. God bless. Ubash (shawn)

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

You rock Shawn!

It happened to so many people at once during COVID that the supports were rushed out by the government for everyone let go. Now that it's only happening to some, it doesn't matter.

Nice video.. I was “freelancing” and finished the interview process, waiting for a Job offer already confirmed the week we started quarantine, I don’t think this will happen now with all the shrinking of the agency world. Now my freelance job was put on hold and didn’t got any answer form the network agency :( about the offer. I think this will be a long year for me in Toronto. Maybe it is time to build my own small digital agency again... I’ll think about it...

@Hishtrix

4 жыл бұрын

Same happened with me planning to do same with one of my friend

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

serguti--- with chaos comes opportunity!--go for it...no matter what 2020 is going to be a long haul for most of us.

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

👊

It's been half a year since my job got all of the employees laid off due to covid 19 but I want to reapply to show my interest in working for them again in the future, how do I do that?

I got laid off permanently. Because the new company took over the company that I work for for 15 years was toxic. I don't miss it. When my boss told me he was. Letting me go permanently him. And I had a big laugh and we chuckled for like 15 minutes. Basically, I had him laughing. But he was surprised at my cheerful disposition. I was glad it was over. I gave it my best shot. I had a high performance at that I had high performance there. I have a big emergency fun due to good clean Christian Living. So it didn't bother me for the most part. I'm now cleaning. Organizing enjoying the peace. Collecting unemployment life is good and life is good. Peace and jesus to all

great video. keep posting more videos please :) I recently lost my job too :(

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I will

I have been laid of (year ago) because my boss , was not satisfied with my work. To make it even worse they instead hired intern that is 20 years younger than me. I was unable to cope with it. Its now one year, and I am still unable to force myself to look for another job ( in design ). How to cope with this ?

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

Leverage your experience and knowledge to start your own freelance business. Get serious! You most likely are a victim of ageism- which is rife in the creative industries - but that doesn't mean give up. Every single video on my channel was made for this moment in your life. All the info is there.

@PixPunxel

4 жыл бұрын

@@PhilipVanDusen Thank you for these kind words in these really trying times, for all of us. I completely agree with your advice, that freelance is way to go. I am also starting to refocus into Motion Design, because I think my heart lies there much more than UX / UI these days.

@juliec3357

4 жыл бұрын

I completely agree with Philip's advice. I was released from my dream job a number of years ago. After my emotions settled down a bit the following thought came to me: "Is this an environment in which I can thrive?" The answer was clearly a resounding "NO". So I picked up the pieces and moved on to a much better place. Sometimes the harsh reality of an experience turns out to be the best thing that could have happened to you. Carry on and continue to move forward!

@PixPunxel

4 жыл бұрын

@@juliec3357 When you put it that way, it does sound very reasonable. Thanks :)

If your job laid you off and won't give a letter that say you was laid off do I have a case

I was laid off this week, and thought about finding a gym to combat these negative feelings.

@PhilipVanDusen

Жыл бұрын

Hey Ave, Sorry to hear it. Take it from me, working out will DEFINITELY help with the negativity - AND - added bonus - it also helps a TON with creative thinking and ideation. So working out will also help you develop new ideas and approaches to what comes next! Best of luck with your next chapter. You never know, it may be the best thing that ever happened to you. I've been laid off 3 times in my career - and every single time my next gig was a vast improvement.

Ive just been laid off today... work for a small company so the Corona situation has put them in a position to no longer be able to afford to pay all the staff....

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

I'm very sorry to hear it...I hope this video's information helps - even just a little.

Laid off about a year ago and still jobless. Being over 50 doesn't seem to help. Can I work again?

@PhilipVanDusen

3 жыл бұрын

You can, but you may have to take matters into your own hands. Check out my video on Ageism in Design - it's an eye-opener. kzread.info/dash/bejne/k6ego7eKgZXPp84.html

Great tips, thank you. Your video was empathetic instead of the cringey "motivational" videos out there.

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

So glad! Non-cringey is my goal!!! LOL.

@amnanawaz7269

4 жыл бұрын

@@PhilipVanDusen 😊

I was laid-off 13 days ago due to restructuring

Thank you so much Philip for your timely advice...Your example, inspiration and leadership are much needed in our Graphic Design community! Anyone here in NYC...hit me up! Strength in (Social distancing) numbers! #becareful #besafe #bekind #beunderstanding Daniel

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Daniel! You stay safe there in the city my friend.

After 31 years in a job I loved I had to resign due to poor management. I am now grieving for my old self, my life etc. Don't want to whine or have a pity party. My confidence has gone to shit. Totally demotivated

@PhilipVanDusen

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Ann, I'm sorry to hear it, but don't give up hope. It will take a while to process the grief (all 5 stages grief.com/the-five-stages-of-grief/) in my experience. But then you will need to embark on a new chapter - taking more direct ownership of your professional life - possibly as an independent. If you are a creative pro, I offer coaching if you are ever interested. You can learn more about it here: philipvandusen.com/oneonone

I was totally at a loss when I was suddenly told I was being dismissed. Stay home?😏 Stay Hungry? 😅Stay foolish??? 🤑

@PhilipVanDusen

4 жыл бұрын

Sakura - stay healthy - stay positive - you're not alone.

@Sakura-zu4rz

4 жыл бұрын

@@PhilipVanDusen Now, the world can be a nasty crazy place out there, we need a lot of courage and we need a lot of resilience after that, and we will fall down before we stand up… What really matters is the silence of the night in our conscience, when we are alone. We cannot control what happens but we can use what happens. We have so much reserves of love and support inside us, if we can just remember that in our mind and move on.

@aravindj6550

3 жыл бұрын

@@Sakura-zu4rz i was laid off from my job last week and I'm staying alone away from my family due to this covid-19 pandemic. Very much depressed ☹️

p.s. there was nothing natural about this disaster.

@PhilipVanDusen

2 жыл бұрын

Hey HoneyBadger1776, Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I appreciate your sharing your POV.

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