I was laid off a couple years ago. Long story short: the startup ran out of money. It was not ideal, of course, but I was able to join my wife’s health insurance and pick up some freelance work. I was OK.

A few months later I landed a job with John Deere and it’s been wonderful. I was not looking for or wanting a change, but it ended up working out much better for me financially and I love the work and enjoy working with so many super talented people.

I guess I just wanted to share that layoffs suck. If that’s happened to you recently: hang in there. I’m sure it will lead to new and better things.