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"Give yourself time to process your emotions." Keep in mind that getting laid off has nothing to do with your worth. "This is a business problem, not a you problem," Goredema says.

When you lose your job, it can be tough to know what to do next. Career coach Octavia Goredema shares a practical checklist of next moves, from reviewing exit paperwork to securing health care.

Step 4. Create a financial plan. Use your timeline to create a monthly budget. If you estimate it will take, say, six months to find your next job, divide your savings based on a six-month time frame.

Step 1: Take your time in wrapping things up with your employer. Review your exit paperwork thoroughly. While it depends on your role, you'll likely receive paperwork related to vacation payouts, ...