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Summary.
We’ve all been pummeled by the recent news about mass layoffs across industries. The unfortunate truth is that they may not be slowing down given the uncertain economy. If you’re new to the workforce, the thought of losing your job with little or no warning likely feels incredibly scary, especially if you’re experiencing an economic downturn for the first time in your life.