819: So Now What? (And Other Questions During Mass Layoffs)

Laid off? Worried about being laid off? You are not alone! It’s a tough time and we’re all experiencing it together.

In the first two months of 2025, approximately 221,812 Americans have lost their jobs—a 33% increase compared to the same period in 2024*. These losses are across every sector, from government jobs to the private sector, hitting us all hard.

There are no easy answers on when it will end and improve. The uncertainty, the ever-changing workforce and the constant reorgs can lead to stress, anxiety, grief and the looming question: So now what?

• What should I be doing to prepare myself right now?
• How do I survive if I lose my income unexpectedly?
• How can I connect with others so I don’t feel alone?
• How do I remain resilient? 
• How do I prepare myself for my next chapter? 

• What are the ways that I create additional streams of income?

• Where can I turn to for support?

These are the questions that are weighing on the minds of millions of working women. And though hope and prayer offer solace, they are not a substitute for support. You need a community that offers a place where you can be honest about what you’re feeling and gain access to experts who can provide guidance to help you navigate these challenging times. 

That is the intention of the So Now What? community. 

As an executive coach for high-performing women, I have supported countless clients on their journeys of personal and professional development. Traditional coaching can require an investment of thousands of dollars, and not everyone can afford that right now. So I feel a deep responsibility to create a space where working women who are struggling can share what they’re experiencing and get coaching support.

GO TO sonowwhat.net to find out how you can join this community of supportive women, and listen to this episode to hear all the resources opportunties and insight you’ll get by becoming a member for just $9.99.

Support is Sexy podcast host Elayne Fluker is an ICF-trained Executive Coach for high-performing women who are transitioning to their next level. Her clients have worked for organizations such as Pfizer, Amazon, Expedia, Bain & Company and more. She is creator of Next Level Navigator — a dynamic 3-month coaching program for women leaders. Elayne is also an author, speaker, podcast host and facilitator of leadership development workshops for Fortune 500 companies and organizations. Her LinkedIn Learning courses on soft skills, emotional intelligence and finding the right executive coach have been attended by more than 45,000 students. Click here to get in touch with Elayne.

(*Statistic from Forbes)