Getting let go from an agency feels humiliating and embarrassing. Do people announce this on linkedin to get help finding the next thing? I’d love to find something quick to make this employer gap feel less a shameful layoff and more of a mutual we parted I and found something else.

layoffs happen. even to amazing employees. people/recruiters/agencies understand.

Ten Reasons Why Getting Laid Off is Like Having a Brick Thrown at Your Face:

1. Both layoffs and bricks to the face tend to hit you out of nowhere and when you’re least expecting it.

2. It’s okay to be upset. Getting laid off — as well as being hit in the face with a brick — sucks.

3. Even if you were told that it isn’t personal, it’s hard not to take a brick to the face (and a layoff) personally. While it’s a natural feeling, you mustn't lose perspective or hope.

4. You can’t control a brick being hurled suddenly towards your face like you can’t control a company suddenly cutting your job. You can only control how you react to it. (ex. application of ice to the place of contact and/or applying to new opportunities)

5. Tend to your well being. Like getting hit in the face with a brick, getting laid off hurts. So take a couple of days for yourself and make sure you’re in a good place before you decide to get back up on your feet.

6. More people care than you’d imagine. Whether your face has been laid out by a high flying brick or if you’ve been laid off. You’ll be delightfully surprised about how many will reach out to help without you having to ask for help.

7. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Lots of people in your network will be more than willing to offer assistance. And odds are if they can’t help you directly, they’ll know someone who can. Whether it be for a new job or a nose job — because, you know, you were hit in the face with a brick.

8. Financial worry is real. Quickly get a handle of where you stand financially to keep your stress and anxiety in check. Create a budget so you know how long you can survive while you plan your next move. Simply, the reality is – bills need to get paid. Both utilities and medical (facial reconstruction because of the brick) alike.

9. Odds are it might happen again. And again, it’ll suck. It’ll never stop sucking. Only next time you’ll be better prepared to deal with it. Whether it be brick-to-face or kicked-to-curb.

10. The truth of the situation is, you probably know someone (a lot of someones) who have been what you’ve just been through. It’s not that uncommon – okay, maybe the being-hit-in-the-face with a brick part is a bit more uncommon – still, you can see, they’re doing fine. Which means you’ll be fine.

I was laid off myself a couple of weeks back. I didn’t “announce” the layoff itself on LinkedIn but I did an “open to work” post with what I’m looking for, skills, portfolio, etc.

You’d be surprised, at least I was, at how many old coworkers I haven’t talked to in years will share a lead. It’s definitely helped put me in touch with a few great people.

You’re not officially in advertising until you get laid off—welcome!! Try not to feel too embarrassed/humiliated. It’s the price of admission

We’ve all been laid off. It’s a sad rite of passage at this point. And it’s not your fault (most likely).

As a junior, it’s a badge of honor. And sometimes a blessing in disguise. And a chance to learn. We’ve all been there, yes it feels embarrassing and cruel in the moment but you’ll learn from it.

If you made some dope work and got to touch some interesting projects you can use in a portfolio, hell yeah!

If the place was toxic/unstable, probably better for your mental health in the long run. You likely also made some friends/coworkers who you’re now trauma-bonded to forever. Congrats :)

If it was some sort of personality mismatch or performance issue, it’s a great time to reflect and learn after your emotions have subsided. Sometimes it’s business, sometimes it’s politics, but sometimes it’s a skill/effort/quality thing you can learn from for future roles.

When you can, maybe reflect back and think about what you could have done differently and what you’ve learned from-and what skills/ideas/growth you can take forward to your next (hopefully mid-level!) role :)

Ooof I was recently laid off to. I experienced some short-term grief but starting to feel better off. I have yet to say anything on LinkedIn. Like you, I'm hoping to find something quickly.

Layoffs happen. It sucks. And sometimes it happens a lot.

Try freelance. It’s feels like getting laid off every time a contract ends. Haha. Eventually you’ll be numb and dead to that feeling.

Welcome to advertising. And it will (very likely) happen again. No matter how good you are, because change happens in this industry all the time. Especially now though.

Not trying to be a d*ck. Been through it personally. Several times. Never easy. Always stings. But separating the ego from an event that’s out of your control is key for you to move on.

when I first started in advertising in 2008 as an office manager, a few months in, I remember some layoffs happening and there was this one older creative they got laid off, I remember thinking this must be terrible, I feel so bad for him, etc. And I’ll never forget his response to me was, something in the realm of, “ it’s totally fine, something exciting will come out of this”.. I just remember he was so optimistic and not bothered by the layoff at all, that everything will be ok. Many years later, he started his own agency and it’s still successful. After that I realized that layoffs are completely normal in this industry, there’s no shame in it, there’s no shame in having some gaps in your work history. Just keep your head up and everything will work out ❤️

Your connection are the best way to get a new job. Find which ever way to use them. Don’t forget real world conversations too.

Layoffs happen to the best of performers too. Nothing to feel shame over

Being laid off is part of the ad business. Nothing to be ashamed of.

I think optics matter a lot these days. Make a post and control the narrative, play up your wins, thank any key mentors, and say what you're looking for next. If you say nothing, people will try to fill in the gaps themselves, and that's not always a good thing.

I’ve been laid off twice. At the time it was probably the right call even.

A few years later my career and the work I’m making are both way better than those of the cd’s who let me go

I got laid off at the beginning of April and posted like 3 days later because I wanted to open up the networking.

You’re worth way more than some agency role I promise. Nothing to be embarrassed about it was probably for the better.

I landed the best job of my career after I was laid off. Had 6 months of severance/EI and tasted freedom (and peace) for the first time in 15 years. I’m glad it happened!

You will be okay. :)

It’s very common in the past few years. Not a stigma at all.

Embrace it, cause it’s part of this business. I’ve been laid off about four times in my career. Mourn it for a bit, and keep going.

Getting laid off from an Agency is typical. So I wouldn’t be embarrassed. Or embarrassed even if it’s not an agency. It happens to almost everyone. I have been laid off numerous times from agencies and client side. But I’m sure I’m quite a bit older than you. It has nothing to do with your performance and all about the bottom line. Plus, the economy is not great and I’m sure a lot of companies are preparing for the worst. You’ll find something. You’ll be fine. I’m sorry this happened to you.