I Lost My Job

About I Lost My Job

You may have lost your job, but you don't have to go through it alone. I Lost My Job shares the stories of people who have been laid off. Diving in to what it's like to process that initial shock, what helps you get over the tough days, and looking forward to what's ahead. We'll also touch on job search strategies and how to avoid those annoying job scams that are running around. If you're looking for a community, a place where you can feel seen and heard in the midst of your job loss, come join us.

Publisher

Jackie Shu

Category

business · education · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

4 Jun 2025

Latest episode

26 Jan 2026

Latest episodes

8 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   26 Jan 2026

   The Resurrection with Chrissy

   After a 6+ month hiatus, WE'RE BACK! ILMJ returns with a special update episode featuring the funniest guest I know, Chrissy. She updates us on her life, her stand up, and her new job. If you want to follow Chrissy, you can find her on Insta @chrissyteehees and at her website funnymeansbusiness.com

2. 

   30 Jul 2025

   Oh, there it is! With just me

   Life takes unexpected turns, as if we didn't already know that from being laid off. Well here's another great example of that. Have a listen.

3. 

   23 Jul 2025

   Three Layoffs in Three Years with Julie

   Today I chat with Julie who is no stranger to layoffs. In fact, she's on her third. How is she coping? Did it get easier each time? And what's it like to be job searching as a pregnant woman? We cover it all. Here are links to resources Julie and I discussed: Julie's Substack: https://www.thismightbecringe.com/ilostmyjob (get her free content and two months free of her premium content!) 'Never Search Alone' (book) & Job Search Councils (job finding groups): https://www.phyl.org/ Digital Detox: https://www.breakfreefromtheinternet.com/p/digital-detox

4. 

   25 Jun 2025

   Job Hunting Jokes with Chrissy

   Comedian Chrissy Teehee shares humorous anecdotes about job searching and relates them to unexpected life experiences in an interview on the podcast.

5. 

   18 Jun 2025

   Filling Hypothetical Jobs with Tanishia

   Tanishia shares her career journey from recruiting to entrepreneurship, discussing the challenges of filling hypothetical government contract jobs in an interview with the host.

6. 

   12 Jun 2025

   Throwing a Pickle Party with Mac

   Mac recounts his experiences as an office administrator, including a layoff and a car accident, while also exploring sidewalk etiquette and solar punk in an interview with the host.

7. 

   11 Jun 2025

   How to Beat the ATS

   Vic and the host discuss how applicant tracking systems impact the hiring process, revealing the balance between AI and human decision-making in evaluating job applications.

8. 

   4 Jun 2025

   Lose the Job, Find the Story.

   This episode explores the emotional and practical challenges of job loss, offering support and resilience strategies for navigating a difficult job market.

Who has been a guest on I Lost My Job

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• Chrissy Teehee
• Tanishia
• Mac
• Vic

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 35 / 100

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Quality

57

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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