How do I reach out to a former coworker who was just laid off last week? I no longer work there either and found out they got laid off through a friend. :( Brutal job market out there.

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LinkedIn. Just shoot a note letting them know you heard there were changes and you're there to support. They will never forget it.

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Can you find out if he/she is on LinkedIn?

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These days LinkedIn seems to be the go-to in this situation.

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Ask if you can cut in line at the soup kitchen.

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Agree LinkedIn! Definitely reach out that will mean a lot to offer some words of support

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