I got laid off from my corporate job before the holidays | here's what I learned

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  • @ParthPatel-lc7eq
    @ParthPatel-lc7eq 12 днів тому +7

    20 people from my office got laid off on 12/31. It sucks they lost their jobs during the holidays. It's very difficult landing interviews during the holidays because everyone is on PTO. It's the worst time of year to be let go.

  • @ThePosetowns
    @ThePosetowns 28 днів тому +34

    Carrot on the stick means the stick is tied to your back, and the carrot is always in front of you just out of reach. When you move forward to get it, the carrot also moves with you. It's not an illusion. It's real manipulation.

  • @fookbia8875
    @fookbia8875 26 днів тому +17

    When I was 22, I worked a corporate job. I hated it. Lasted 3 months. Lol. I started my own business at 26 and never looked back. I'm 49 years old now. Multi millionaire. F the corporate world. Make it on your own.

    • @johnnydchang
      @johnnydchang  25 днів тому +2

      What a story!! Thank you for sharing

    • @Tenxchii
      @Tenxchii 10 днів тому +2

      Nowadays we have people who come on social media and say anything. Show receipts of this successful story or shut up. Thanks.

  • @empiregone
    @empiregone 27 днів тому +23

    This man is very mature in how he handled this. He'll do well, but won't forget this. I know because I was in his shoes in the early 2000s. My hat off to this guy, big respect and I loved the video!

    • @johnnydchang
      @johnnydchang  27 днів тому +2

      @@empiregone Thank you so much!!

  • @kjkernSerendipity
    @kjkernSerendipity 28 днів тому +71

    The music is too distracting and loud.

    • @johnnydchang
      @johnnydchang  27 днів тому +8

      Thank you for the feedback!

    • @downtostandup
      @downtostandup 27 днів тому

      Wow! Serendipity and your comment.. hmmm... not matching up at all

    • @baodown76
      @baodown76 24 дні тому

      I think this a valid comment. Hard to get thru the videos when all I hear is the music. Good luck though!

    • @greysonbennett6788
      @greysonbennett6788 23 дні тому +5

      Imagine seeing a man just get laid off and him documenting the process only to have someone tell you the music is too loud

    • @downtostandup
      @downtostandup 23 дні тому +2

      @@greysonbennett6788 ikr

  • @WordMadeFlesh777
    @WordMadeFlesh777 24 дні тому +19

    Am I weird in thinking that taking someone out to lunch and laying them off after intimate conversation is twisted?? So strange!

    • @johnnydchang
      @johnnydchang  23 дні тому +1

      It was definitely off-putting 😅

    • @JeremyM-r8q
      @JeremyM-r8q 20 днів тому

      Something of a murder after a date novel..

  • @zen5882
    @zen5882 5 днів тому

    Nice video (especially for a first). I went through a similar experience in terms of promotion (carrot on a stick) in my first 2 years in corporate. In my case, my manager gave me false expectations twice. After the first false expectation, I grew deeply depressed (this was on top of existing mental health issues) and yet still continued chasing the carrot just to still fail my promotion anyhow many months down the line.
    I had only realized how bad of a condition I was in when I finally let it all go.
    Since then, I had decided to take the risk to pursue something I want to in hopes of quitting corporate altogether.

  • @yardboy3955
    @yardboy3955 25 днів тому +9

    Been through three layoffs in my career, it’s out your control. Just got to find something else and keep going. Don’t look back. Layoffs are a hardship and part of life sadly.

  • @UncleDavesKitchen
    @UncleDavesKitchen 24 дні тому +12

    I was a Hospice RN caring for end of life terminally ill patients and got laid off due to budget cuts. It happens all over. Freeze up for a bit as you heal inside then move forward. The only people who appreciate you truly is yourself. Do the right thing and keep moving forward. Pay attention to the gentle nudges the Universe lays before you on which way to go.

    • @sallyho146
      @sallyho146 23 дні тому

      We are hiring RN as far as I know.

    • @eugenewolf7493
      @eugenewolf7493 21 день тому +1

      Omg laid off as an RN?!!
      i always begged the nursing field as the only safe job market left. this actually terrifies me 😱

    • @TimothyStclair-v4p
      @TimothyStclair-v4p 20 днів тому

      @@eugenewolf7493 private equity is killing the economy. it is basically organized crime via this side of the law. they are not bound by regulations like stock market corporations. Private Equity is really for the over throw of the US Government via economy.

    • @bwillsboys
      @bwillsboys 10 днів тому

      @@eugenewolf7493agree

  • @SangTalksMoney
    @SangTalksMoney 24 дні тому +6

    I got laid off on Black Friday. We are on the same boat man. Creative projects for the win.

  • @josephcruz4645
    @josephcruz4645 26 днів тому +4

    2024 was a long year for me but I’m glad you shared your experience. 2022 was also long

  • @lazylady2017
    @lazylady2017 24 дні тому +6

    Thank you for this video. In a way, I am fortunate that the company doesn't have any layoff plan (yet), but I got paycut of 25% of my salary. I think at that time, my reaction is almost like you. I don't cry, I was surprised but I also didn't expect that to happened. I didn't feel anything after that but in a way, it push me harder to find another source of income other than my 9-5 jobs. good luck for you man, looking forward for another video. And loved your very positive vibes. 😊..subscribed!

  • @donglee3778
    @donglee3778 20 днів тому +2

    Thanks for sharing your story and perspective. Best of luck on growing this channel!

  • @adammorra3813
    @adammorra3813 26 днів тому +11

    Dude this sounds like a banger video and you even have a mic so the audio is great but the background music makes it very difficult to hear what you are saying. The video already is good, no need to add music to it. Agree about the false sense of security and sorry for your job loss.

  • @robmiller5721
    @robmiller5721 18 днів тому +1

    The old adage is so true: "What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger." I think most of us have experienced being laid off at some point in our lives-I know I have. Looking back, I thank God every day for that experience because it set me on the path to starting my own companies.
    Let me tell you, life becomes so much more fulfilling when you take the leap to do your own thing. Not only can you create something meaningful, but you also have the potential to earn far more if that's your goal. The opportunities are truly limitless.
    If you work hard, seize the right opportunities, and combine that effort with a little luck and good timing, the rewards can be extraordinary. Trust me, you have the potential to achieve a thousand times more than you might imagine.

  • @gardenofe12
    @gardenofe12 22 дні тому +2

    I also got laid off too back in September 2021 after 26+ years being there !! I was lucky I got a Severance Package for a little over a year to decide what I wanted to do. I now got a job at a totally different industry - nothing remotely related to what I was doing before !! I had to start all over in my work life !! If I can find another job so can you !!

  • @tonymanos363
    @tonymanos363 26 днів тому +8

    I bet you will find a way. You have a lot of positives.

  • @justinsprout7611
    @justinsprout7611 24 дні тому +4

    Great perspective on everything bro! It took me way too long in my own life to understand the whole carrot and the stick thing-wish I would’ve started seeing that side the corporate world earlier on

    • @johnnydchang
      @johnnydchang  23 дні тому

      Thank you brotha!! Wishing you nothing but the best in your creative journey

  • @islandgirl5472
    @islandgirl5472 21 день тому +2

    Aloha - With your positive attitude and outlook, you’ll be fine. Share your thoughts and adventures of your journey on your channel and come what may. Take care….

  • @randelljack
    @randelljack 24 дні тому +3

    Don’t give up on your dreams. Always believe in yourself. Challenges also show opportunity.

  • @toddkingsley4942
    @toddkingsley4942 24 дні тому +1

    Sorry to hear about your experience, particularly during the holidays. The fact is companies are not loyal. When it comes down to the bottom line, they will cut labor without a thought.

  • @cdrundles
    @cdrundles 10 днів тому

    It sounds like you are mentally landing on your feet!😊.
    Now, a detail: a carrot is positive reinforcement if the horse likes carrots. A stick is punishment. The term "negative reinforcement" is not obvious: it means reinforcing (encouraging) behavior by removing something negative.
    For the horse, it's removing a saddle, removing a barking dog, keeping away pesky flies, etc.

  • @anvoeske
    @anvoeske 24 дні тому +2

    Although losing a job seriously sucks. Doesn’t feel like money is a problem for this guy whether he has a job or not.

  • @Didier3826
    @Didier3826 24 дні тому +4

    My cheng , Having previously experienced it, I can confidently say that the world is full of opportunities waiting for you to seize. Consider exploring Asia, where there is a plethora of opportunities available for individuals with your level of expertise. Personally, I made the decision to depart from America over 17 years ago, and this move has opened numerous doors for me. Staying in America would have limited my growth potential. As an Asian individual, you may unfortunately be among the first to face redundancy. I strongly recommend considering leaving America, as it may not offer the best environment for your professional development.

  • @JerryDuong-gw9xg
    @JerryDuong-gw9xg 17 днів тому +1

    When you got $100K and above job, you must know that your chance to get kicked by your Corp is very high. The most famous company is the fastest they will kick you out.

  • @itsmorgan1017
    @itsmorgan1017 9 днів тому

    graduated and majored in marketing. very hard to get your foot in the door. out of school for a year and ive only found pt work and internships felt very stuck. videos of tech layoffs freaked me out cause marketing and communications seem to be the first to be let go. it just seems like ai is comingggg for those marketing jobs and the 'entry level' ones THAT REQUIRE 3 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE dont pay enough. ive been looking on indeed and seeing jobs for positions requiring 10+ years of experience and alot of those positions dont even pay 6 figures. i hate the tunnel i feel like i am in. really feel like my skill and experience aren't needed in this current job market. i refuse to sit here and wait to get an interview(also why do entry level jobs have 4 rounds) when jobs i apply to just get reposted, also i have gotten referrals but no interview came from it. im getting out hahahaaha. going back to school for healthcare something i honestly always saw myself doing when i was younger. better job prospects and they are always hiring and more pay soooooooo yea. thankfully have no debt and plan to pay for school in cash.

  • @Facts_In60Seconds
    @Facts_In60Seconds 18 днів тому +1

    Great first video. Really enjoyed it. Good luck to you. DO NOT GIVE UP! You are obviously a very intelligent man.

  • @huy3967
    @huy3967 9 днів тому

    Thanks for sharing. Wish you the best of luck in landing the next adventure (job).

  • @secondamazonprime-kv5xo
    @secondamazonprime-kv5xo 23 дні тому +1

    Sorry about your layoff. My suggestion for the time being is to check out the Coast Guard or Air Force Reserve Officer Programs to get a steady income and perhaps strengthen your self worth learning leadership and other valuable skills. Yes, it’s not for everyone as I told myself and looking back it was the best decision I ever made. I became a better manager at my civilian job and completed a career in both sectors. Something to definitely think about since you have some time to get some of the training while you are still young. BTW I was able to retire from both careers at 52 years old and living my best life and have money saved & invested for the future. Good luck to you in your future endeavors! Semper Paratus!

  • @thecomputercat8095
    @thecomputercat8095 14 днів тому +1

    You are a smart young man your parents must be proud of you. This world has changed so much and it will get harder for all of us. H1B visas , Jobs moving abroad and AI will make for less opportunities but you can try to find a new path and align yourself with this change that is coming our way. You will find your next opportunity soon . Congrats on your channel

  • @SuperJK-Man
    @SuperJK-Man 23 дні тому

    Getting laid off should make you hungry to challenge yourself from being too comfortable in life. Life is a game, and the goal is to overcome and win. As an older man now, I’ve gone through ups and downs, good times and bad. But I played my cards right and enjoy each minute on this crazy world we live in.

  • @johnnydchang
    @johnnydchang  23 дні тому +3

    Thank you everyone for the feedback and support!! Happy Holidays!

  • @judebutler535
    @judebutler535 27 днів тому +8

    Music is too loud, it distracts. Sorry you lost your job at this time of year, that stinks.

  • @george-ng5gj
    @george-ng5gj 24 дні тому +1

    The road is long, keep your head up and there’s always another door.

  • @Lik3ToSing
    @Lik3ToSing 16 днів тому +1

    You have nice warm voice. It is pleasant to hear your voice without the distracting music

  • @slimjimjimslim5923
    @slimjimjimslim5923 16 днів тому

    I partially blame our education system for not teaching up the hard truth in life. Life there is not test to prepare or study for and when you get 100 on the test, life throws you more curve balls. The only thing we can rely on is our own self resiliency, that is something I try to learn more about. Our human response is to do something to fix a problem, make bad feeling go away, resolve issues but often the hardest of life doesn't have solution or can't be fixed or maybe you will never find out the answer (why did my gf leave, why did my grandpa get cancer, why did this bad thing happen, why did i make that mistake), and you have to learn to be ok with it and move on.

  • @Tennischamp10
    @Tennischamp10 24 дні тому +4

    What a horrible way to lay off. OVER LUNCH? WTF! Making you sit there and talk about it...Pretty horrible management

  • @mjmf1430
    @mjmf1430 19 днів тому

    When we got our job, amidst the euphoria it is very important to imagine we could loose that job anytime and prepare early for the worse.

  • @GizmoMaltese
    @GizmoMaltese 6 днів тому

    My manager was the hardest working person I ever knew. He was incredibly smart and got two promotions. Then one day they restructured and security escorted him out of the building. Watch your back when you're working for corps. Have a plan because you never know. Don't ever be loyal to a corp because they're just using you and will throw you away for any reason.

  • @jeffreyrivera8158
    @jeffreyrivera8158 24 дні тому +3

    Stastistically , in a corporate job Asians are the first one to get laid off. HR know they don't cause a lot drama. They just signed the paperworks, put the stuff in a box and leave.

    • @WordMadeFlesh777
      @WordMadeFlesh777 24 дні тому

      lol I can see that..

    • @f430ferrari5
      @f430ferrari5 19 днів тому

      It actually goes beyond don’t cause a lot of drama.
      There are assumptions made that the Asian person can handle the layoff better because they already have money saved or don’t have a large family to support and can probably find another job quicker.
      It’s never seen as r ac ist either.
      It is what it is. Most A sians just self reflect and improve and move on. Better off for it too in the long run.

  • @Holion5604
    @Holion5604 22 дні тому +1

    relatable, i was laid off a week from christmas a few years ago too.

  • @sallyho146
    @sallyho146 23 дні тому +2

    Curious, what industry or major you were laid off from?

  • @Eggmanrocks
    @Eggmanrocks 28 днів тому +5

    Powerful video good channel

  • @jwither425
    @jwither425 17 днів тому +1

    The folks posting here are so unkind. You did a great job on your first video, lower the music volume or eliminate it completely next time, if you want to. If it feels right, keep it. Losing your first job is hard and can shake your confidence. I’m impressed with your candor and self-reflection. Keep on moving forward and enjoy!.

  • @speleothem4682
    @speleothem4682 26 днів тому +5

    So basically have multiple avenues of income and don't just rely on your 9-5. Now to figure out how to go about doing that...

    • @LilithsCosmicLounge
      @LilithsCosmicLounge 26 днів тому

      But I thought the point of college degrees was supposed to be to not need to have multiple avenues of income. Ppl with low wages usually have to have many jobs. It seems like college degrees don’t even matter anymore. But I hope I’m wrong.
      Hang in there everyone and focus on what you can afford.

    • @JeremyM-r8q
      @JeremyM-r8q 20 днів тому

      @@LilithsCosmicLounge Bingo college degrees don't matter unless you got a really high GPA, tons of certs, experience, resources, and accomplishments. And even then, you are not guaranteed anything. This is the reality. Best to become an entrepreneur, which is harder than anything but ....

  • @gillian32
    @gillian32 23 дні тому +1

    It seems like most people nowadays move to a different company after two years to get a promotion and raise instead of settling for annual cost-of-living pay increases from one employer.

  • @scott5770
    @scott5770 17 днів тому

    Bravo!!!! You’re going somewhere buddy…..

  • @jameshizon4861
    @jameshizon4861 17 днів тому

    I thought corporate would give more job security. Then i did more deep thinking and realized having a entrepreneurship route can also provide getter overall career security. I was laid off and felt underutilized - now focusing on going all in on startup/cofounding. In the age of AI, it is hard to trust corp leaders to want to prioritize our career growth as much as we do. And even if i spend x months landing next job, i am not guaranteed quality career growth, promotions/salary increase and can still get let go so i just focused on going all in on the AI startup journey (at least for a bit unless there is a reason to go back to landing a corp role).

    • @jameshizon4861
      @jameshizon4861 17 днів тому

      Because deep down if you know you have more drive and hunger than your corp leaders as a single young gun, this feel the older you get, the less risk tolerant you are and can tend to become more complacent. Just thoughts ofc

  • @latte8680
    @latte8680 16 днів тому

    No need to be sad, in Italy the lay off you every month and there is no limit to do that ❤

  • @ebeyslough
    @ebeyslough 25 днів тому +4

    Not taking risk is riskier. Now is the time to do your own thing. Start a business. Very little at stake at your age. But then i see you are driving a Tesla. Never mind. Find another corporate job. Sell that soul. You can’t afford to not to climb the corporate ladder.

  • @soggybottomboys4302
    @soggybottomboys4302 17 днів тому

    First Big Boy Job At 22 ! Come On Brah !

  • @Blackwidow
    @Blackwidow 28 днів тому +10

    Companies that do that shit should be fined.

    • @downtostandup
      @downtostandup 27 днів тому +1

      Wont happen. Lobbyists will only get laws passed that favor corporations

    • @metropcs817-l8k
      @metropcs817-l8k 27 днів тому

      You are 100 💯 f u c k e d. I know 20yo plumbers making more money than you.

  • @maxangeles6279
    @maxangeles6279 18 днів тому

    You are very young. When you reach my age of nearly 70, you will have a better understanding of the world around you. In the meantime, constant learning is the way forward for you.

  • @Jupiterxice
    @Jupiterxice 21 день тому +1

    Listen stop staying loyal to these companies as well going above and beyond. Please start side hustles or businesses as you work for these companies. Never rely on them for a source of income.

  • @wongjefx980
    @wongjefx980 20 днів тому

    working for someone... this will happen repeatedly... best thing is invest in yourself... hard and soft skills and somekind of work-life balance so you don't burn out... the more marketable you are the better your feeling regarding layoff risk... best thing is to work for yourself, not the Man

  • @EfficientFreedom
    @EfficientFreedom 24 дні тому +1

    Everything happens for a reason !

  • @vinnynguyen8826
    @vinnynguyen8826 26 днів тому +4

    You forgot the asian parents think you actually made it in life cuz you found a decent job, that adds to the illusion.

  • @jerrylim2282
    @jerrylim2282 20 днів тому

    Average person change their job every two years from age 22 to 30. That is because they keep getting better job offer, position, and pay. Don’t get too comfortable in one job unless you know you will be working there for twenty years or more. At the same time, that one job you stayed with can make you stagnant in life and can make you bored. By that time you may not care because you’re now married and have a responsibility to raise a family which becomes your priority. Life is like a winding road. You will not know what challenges lies ahead. Just have to face it once it is in front of you.

  • @JeremyTheEntrepreneur
    @JeremyTheEntrepreneur 26 днів тому +3

    The music is distracting the viewers🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @jeongsungwoo
    @jeongsungwoo 24 дні тому +2

    You got great demeanor bro

  • @stephylee7967
    @stephylee7967 23 дні тому +1

    Background music is too loud.

  • @jyan21
    @jyan21 23 дні тому +1

    They did it in a public place so it's hard for you to make a scene. You should watch Jerry McGuire.

  • @JeremyTheEntrepreneur
    @JeremyTheEntrepreneur 26 днів тому +9

    I love the music

  • @Networkprofessor
    @Networkprofessor 24 дні тому +2

    Smart young man.

  • @WTABallers
    @WTABallers 23 дні тому +1

    Reupload this video with no music , do you live with parents or are you in trouble paying rent?

  • @randomstuffman01
    @randomstuffman01 21 день тому +1

    Your story is interesting. But the loud background music is a big fail.

  • @jbranche8024
    @jbranche8024 17 днів тому

    It is not how many times you get knocked down it is how many times you get back up. I would review any performance reviews and see if there are any skills or abilities that need to be improved. Did the company train or teach you anything? If you are going to start your own company working Corporate jobs and learning how things are done will benefit you a lot. It is how valuable you are to the company, can they replace you easily? Understand it is a business, sometimes they need to cut costs for the long term benefit of the company or to please shareholders. Lastly work on behavioral psychology skills, I can pick up easily when things have changed and have been right 80% of the time.

  • @ruthlessgambler
    @ruthlessgambler 15 днів тому

    Its a cruel world out there. Don't take this the wrong way... you are 22, just got laid off from your first corp job BUT you have a Tesla, which don't come cheap. Maybe go for a less expensive car? Gotta watch every penny you spend these days.

  • @AnnaSzabo
    @AnnaSzabo 27 днів тому +3

    Horrible music spoiled an incredible video: the context is so good! Impossible to listen to though 😢

  • @byron9630
    @byron9630 9 днів тому

    Are you gonna do your own thing like online or a business. Wish you well

  • @junomars02
    @junomars02 27 днів тому +3

    Music bruv

  • @PogemonD
    @PogemonD 28 днів тому +3

    Can’t hear,

    • @danielb3863
      @danielb3863 28 днів тому +1

      Turn up the volume.

    • @bizuca
      @bizuca 28 днів тому

      I can

    • @Needglory23
      @Needglory23 28 днів тому +3

      Music is way too loud. Shouldn’t have any music at all….

    • @johnnydchang
      @johnnydchang  27 днів тому +1

      Thanks for feedback everyone, will adjust in the next one!

    • @JeremyTheEntrepreneur
      @JeremyTheEntrepreneur 26 днів тому

      @@danielb3863😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @Agent77X
    @Agent77X 24 дні тому

    Background music way to loud, hard to hear what you saying! This is not a movie!

  • @maynnemillares
    @maynnemillares 27 днів тому +1

    the bgm is bad. remove that

  • @kevinkelly450
    @kevinkelly450 20 днів тому +1

    Message is drowned out by loud music.

  • @simpleplan2528
    @simpleplan2528 15 днів тому +1

    Man you're 22 but look like 30+ 😂, please take some time off.

  • @foodlover8151
    @foodlover8151 21 день тому

    This job market sucks

  • @Radelle-d9b
    @Radelle-d9b 22 дні тому

    Everytime I get on here there's some influencer crying crocodile tears in his tesla/cybertruck about the economy 😅

  • @fuzzy4494
    @fuzzy4494 10 днів тому

    lose the "music"

  • @srqTactical
    @srqTactical 12 днів тому

    Sounds like a bullshit job. Meetings presentation and lunch, clock out

  • @pldm3886
    @pldm3886 20 днів тому

    Bro got laid off and decided to drop his first high quality youtube video about getting laid off lol ok

    • @NitaCostello
      @NitaCostello 8 днів тому

      He can add his video to an online portfolio. And when potential employers ask what he's been doing in between jobs, he can show them his work. That's brilliant.

  • @may-maytanymaytany_s3417
    @may-maytanymaytany_s3417 24 дні тому

    Can’t watch, music annoying.sorry.

    • @WordMadeFlesh777
      @WordMadeFlesh777 24 дні тому +1

      Go away and don’t waste time commenting than. You…add no value

  • @WillyC-p3m
    @WillyC-p3m 18 днів тому

    Who cares! They laid off those who added no value ti the company and retained those who did! You’re on YT crying about it and playing the victim! Get over it!

  • @adlrvet5313
    @adlrvet5313 18 днів тому

    so a little over a year. another youtuber.

  • @protegelin
    @protegelin 23 дні тому

    Inexperienced UA-camr that need music to boost your confidence? In future please remove the non-value added disastrous music.

  • @kkim1177
    @kkim1177 16 днів тому

    If you are a grown adult above 30 -40 age plus and you need to hear this type of advice from a kid SHAME ON YOU.. YOU SHOULD KNOW ALREADY

  • @kkim1177
    @kkim1177 16 днів тому

    'Overall economy is something that you cannot control...' WRONG... you VOTE!! WE ALL TOLD YOU THIS WAS GOING TO HAPPEN 8 years ago.. but you didn't want to listen...

  • @TrEndFeVeR22
    @TrEndFeVeR22 24 дні тому

    loserrr.