One of my creative directors was laid off yesterday. Ironically the first poc CD I’ve ever had too, and I’m heartbroken.

I reached out to them over LinkedIn as we’re remote and didn’t get a chance to say goodbye. Just wanted to share their reply, as the advice really stuck with me:

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Good advice, and classy reply. I wish them well!!

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Are they looking for work? We might have a place for them!!!

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DM me! 🙏

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