On Friday, Jan 20, 2023, I (Vivek) woke up at 5 a.m. I had a 6:30 meeting with a program manager based in France. I scrolled through emails on my Google Pixel Watch (that I was testing) while lying in bed.
Shifting Your Perception After Being Laid Off
As a tech employee, Vivek Gulati has navigated multiple layoffs. Here’s what he’s learned.
March 16, 2023
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Summary.
Vivek Gulati was one of the 12,000 Google employees laid off in January. It was a shock, but he had been laid off before. With this perspective, Vivek shares his story, how he’s navigating the transition, and suggests ways to take care of yourself first and foremost. In this article, co-authored with psychologist Emma Seppälä, the authors advise the following research-backed strategies: Prioritize self care, notice who you’re blaming, cultivate trust, and focus on what you really want.