: Dariel Gets Fired | 1

Take it home, read it over, and consider having a lawyer look at it.

Losing a job triggers a roller coaster of emotions. Dariel experienced them all in the span of an hour: "This cannot be happening to me." Panic: "How am I going to pay my bills?" Anger: "After all the overtime I put in?!"

It is okay to not be okay. Give yourself a window of time—whether it is 24 hours or a full weekend—to process the emotions before taking action. 🛑 What NOT to Do Next 1 : Dariel Gets Fired

Getting fired is never part of the plan. It is sudden, jarring, and can leave even the most confident professionals questioning their worth.

Venting on LinkedIn or Twitter feels good for five minutes but ruins your reputation forever. Take it home, read it over, and consider

Reaching out to old colleagues for coffee chats.

As hard as it is, leave with grace. You never know when you will cross paths with these people again. 🚀 Plotting the Comeback Give yourself a window of time—whether it is

Highlighting achievements, not just past duties.