Episode 24 - When the Worst Happens: Finding Joy on the Other Side of a Layoff

If your stomach drops every time you see another round of layoffs in the headlines—or if you’ve recently gotten that call yourself—this episode is for you.

In today’s conversation, Lori pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like to be restructured out of a company you loved—and how she found power, clarity, and even joy on the other side. Drawing from her 20+ years in corporate leadership (and 14+ reorgs), Lori shares what helped her steady herself after losing her job, how she rebuilt her identity beyond the business card, and the exact mindset shifts that brought her back stronger.

Whether you’re navigating uncertainty at work or leading a team through tough changes, this episode will meet you with truth, strategy, and compassion. Because joy isn’t only for the good times—it’s a leadership tool for the hard ones too.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why even high performers get let go—and why it’s not personal
How to reclaim your confidence after a layoff (hint: start inside your hula hoop)
The 3 reflection prompts Lori gives her clients to remember their worth
What true leadership looks like after the cuts
How to find your footing again without losing yourself in the process
Joy Charge of the Week:

When the worst happens, you get to decide what it means. Your brilliance isn’t in your title—it’s in you.
✨ Resources & Mentions:

Episode 7 with Nan Chambers on unexpected career pivots
Lori’s “Hula Hoop Theory” for radical ownership
Connect with Lori on LinkedIn to hear about The Connect—her new private community for ambitious corporate women (it costs less than a cute pair of shoes!)
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