January 6, 2022Work, Ambition & Unemployment7 min read
So, I lost my job.
I took a gamble, and it didn't pay off. At the end of this past summer, I left my comfortable gig as Director of Marketing for a men's fashion brand and took the leap to…
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June 11, 2024Work, Ambition & Unemployment7 min read
The Complexities of Unemployment
Facing unemployment again after two and a half years, I'm sharing my journey to shed light on the realities of being laid off. Discover insights on handling job loss…
March 26, 2025Work, Ambition & Unemployment6 min read
Reflections from Japan, Part One: Searching for Peace & Simplicity In An Unemployed World
So, I'm back on the job market again. This will be the third time I have been looking for a new role since 2022, and as much as this has bruised my ego and made me think…
September 16, 2025Work, Ambition & Unemployment3 min read
How to Support Someone Who Is Unemployed: What Helps vs. What Hurts
7 months. That's how long the third stint of my unemployment journey is lasting at the moment. I've been grateful to finally dip my toe into consulting, but so far these…
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