Course Title: Handling Layoffs with Confidence – Strategies for Resilience and Career Reinvention
To equip learners with strategies, tools, and techniques to navigate layoffs, build resilience, and confidently reinvent their careers.
• Objectives: Acknowledge and process emotions, and develop coping mechanisms.
• Topics Covered:
o Emotional stages of job loss (shock, denial, anger, acceptance).
o Building emotional resilience.
o Techniques to manage stress and anxiety (mindfulness, journaling, breathing exercises).
• Activities:
o Guided journaling exercise.
o Stress management strategies.
• Objectives: Evaluate financial, personal, and career situations post-layoff.
• Topics Covered:
o Financial planning after a layoff (budgeting, emergency funds).
o Reviewing career achievements and transferable skills.
o Importance of mindset shifts.
• Activities:
o Financial self-assessment worksheet.
o SWOT analysis of personal and professional strengths.
• Objectives: Change the perspective from a setback to a chance for growth.
• Topics Covered:
o Growth mindset and its role in reinvention.
o Identifying opportunities for personal and professional growth.
o Learning from past challenges.
• Activities:
o Mindset shift exercises.
o Reflection on future goals.
• Objectives: Develop strategies to stay motivated and focused.
• Topics Covered:
o Establishing daily routines and healthy habits.
o The role of support networks (family, friends, mentors).
o Strategies to stay positive and motivated.
• Activities:
o Creating a daily routine planner.
o Identifying and reaching out to support networks.
• Objectives: Reinvent personal and professional branding.
• Topics Covered:
o Crafting a compelling personal brand.
o Updating resumes and LinkedIn profiles for career reinvention.
o Developing an elevator pitch.
• Activities:
o Resume and LinkedIn optimization exercises.
o Drafting and practicing an elevator pitch.
• Objectives: Build and activate a professional network.
• Topics Covered:
o Networking strategies online and offline.
o Using informational interviews to explore opportunities.
o Joining professional communities and events.
• Activities:
o Identifying and reaching out to professional connections.
o Creating a networking action plan.
• Objectives: Identify areas for growth and potential career pivots.
• Topics Covered:
o Identifying skills gaps and upskilling opportunities.
o Exploring alternative career paths or industries.
o Leveraging online learning platforms and certifications.
• Activities:
o Creating an upskilling roadmap.
o Researching potential industries for career pivots.
• Objectives: Understand and navigate the modern job search process.
• Topics Covered:
o Effective job search techniques.
o Customizing resumes and cover letters for different roles.
o Preparing for virtual interviews and follow-ups.
• Activities:
o Job search tracker template.
o Mock interview practice.
• Objectives: Explore non-traditional career options.
• Topics Covered:
o Understanding freelancing and the gig economy.
o Basics of entrepreneurship and starting a small business.
o Tools and resources for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
• Activities:
o Business idea brainstorming session.
o Creating a freelancing portfolio or service offering.
• Objectives: Prepare for future challenges and create a sustainable career plan.
• Topics Covered:
o Long-term strategies for career resilience.
o Building a future-proof skill set.
o Importance of continuous learning and adaptability.
• Activities:
o Drafting a 5-year career growth plan.
o Identifying key skills for future-proofing.
• Learners will create a personalized career reinvention plan, including:
o Financial strategy post-layoff.
o Personal branding update (resume and LinkedIn).
o Networking and upskilling action plans.
o Long-term career growth roadmap.
This lesson plan ensures learners leave the course with actionable strategies and a clear pathway to rebuild their confidence, secure new opportunities, and thrive in their careers.