It’s a tight job market, and many young professionals are currently facing the first layoff of their career. But you don’t have to navigate this uncertainty alone. In this episode, Gianna and Jamé talk about how to cope when layoffs are on the horizon, what to do if your job is cut… and how to figure out your next opportunity.

Do you have any burning questions about work? We want to hear them! You can email us your questions at letstalkoffline@linkedin.com.

For more, follow Gianna (http://linkedin.com/in/giannaprudente) and Jamé (http://linkedin.com/in/jamejackson) on LinkedIn and subscribe to Gianna’s weekly newsletter: https://linkedin.com/letstalkoffline.

For more on how to navigate job loss, listen to Get Hired with Andrew Seaman: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/navigating-life-after-layoff-get-hired-by-linkedin-news-fw16f/

If you’d like more information on how to navigate what assistance is available to you if you’re laid off, check out these resources:
https://www.usa.gov/unemployment-benefits

https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/unemployment-insurance

https://www.healthcare.gov/have-job-based-coverage/if-you-lose-job-based-coverage/

Credits
Gianna Prudente - Co-host, Early Career Development Editor, LinkedIn
Jamé Jackson - Co-host, Community Manager, LinkedIn
Sabrina Fang - Producer, Western Sound
Maya Pope-Chappell - Director of Content & Audience Development, LinkedIn
Jessi Hempel - Chief Content Officer, LinkedIn
Savannah Wright - Senior Producer, Western Sound
Sarah Dealy - Associate Producer, Western Sound
Alex MacInnis - Engineer, Western Sound
Courtney Coupe - Head of Original Programming, LinkedIn
Dan Roth - Editor in Chief, LinkedIn
Ben Adair - Executive Producer, Western Sound
Katrina Norvell - Executive Producer, iHeartMedia
Nikke Ettore - Executive Producer, iHeartMedia

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The only thing better than that first real job is that first real paycheck! But with it comes a world of personal finance jargon — 401(k), IRA, the 50/30/20 rule — that can make money management feel overwhelming. In this episode, Gianna and Jamé chat with finance expert Vivian Tu, aka YourRichBFF, about the basics of personal finance and how to make the most of your company's benefits. Your future self will thank you!

Do you have any burning questions about work? We want to hear them! You can email us your questions at letstalkoffline@linkedin.com.

And thank you to Vivian Tu for joining us this week! Follow Vivian on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/viviantu-yourrichbff/).

For more, follow Gianna (http://linkedin.com/in/giannaprudente) and Jamé (http://linkedin.com/in/jamejackson) on LinkedIn and subscribe to Gianna’s weekly newsletter: https://linkedin.com/letstalkoffline.

Credits
Gianna Prudente - Co-host, Early Career Development Editor, LinkedIn
Jamé Jackson - Co-host, Community Manager, LinkedIn
Sabrina Fang - Producer, Western Sound
Maya Pope-Chappell - Director of Content & Audience Development, LinkedIn
Jessi Hempel - Chief Content Officer, LinkedIn
Savannah Wright - Senior Producer, Western Sound
Sarah Dealy - Associate Producer, Western Sound
Alex MacInnis - Engineer, Western Sound
Courtney Coupe - Head of Original Programming, LinkedIn
Dan Roth - Editor in Chief, LinkedIn
Ben Adair - Executive Producer, Western Sound
Katrina Norvell - Executive Producer, iHeartMedia
Nikke Ettore - Executive Producer, iHeartMedia

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We all want to have a good working relationship with our boss. But that can be really hard when they’re not the best manager. In this episode, Gianna and Jamé talk about what makes a good or bad boss, how to make the most of any kind of manager, and how to lean on your co-workers for support. And if your relationship still isn’t working, they share tips for knowing when to speak up… or when to walk away.

Do you have any burning questions about work? We want to hear them! You can email us your questions at letstalkoffline@linkedin.com.

For more, follow Gianna (http://linkedin.com/in/giannaprudente) and Jamé (http://linkedin.com/in/jamejackson) on LinkedIn and subscribe to Gianna’s weekly newsletter: https://linkedin.com/letstalkoffline.

Credits
Gianna Prudente - Co-host, Early Career Development Editor, LinkedIn
Jamé Jackson - Co-host, Community Manager, LinkedIn
Sabrina Fang - Producer, Western Sound
Maya Pope-Chappell - Director of Content & Audience Development, LinkedIn
Jessi Hempel - Chief Content Officer, LinkedIn
Savannah Wright - Senior Producer, Western Sound
Sarah Dealy - Associate Producer, Western Sound
Alex MacInnis - Engineer, Western Sound
Courtney Coupe - Head of Original Programming, LinkedIn
Dan Roth - Editor in Chief, LinkedIn
Ben Adair - Executive Producer, Western Sound
Katrina Norvell - Executive Producer, iHeartMedia
Nikke Ettore - Executive Producer, iHeartMedia

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9 in 10 Gen Z professionals say they experience social anxiety at work. Think about it: a lot of new grads are entering the office for the first time, going to their first networking events, and learning how to make small talk at the watercooler. It’s a lot. In this episode, Gianna and Jamé chat with clinical psychologist Dr. Fallon Goodman about how to overcome that anxiety and succeed in social interactions at work.

Do you have any burning questions about work? We want to hear them! You can email us your questions at letstalkoffline@linkedin.com.

And thank you to Dr. Fallon Goodman for joining us this week! Follow Dr. Goodman on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/fallon-goodman-8a0133259/).

For more, follow Gianna (http://linkedin.com/in/giannaprudente) and Jamé (http://linkedin.com/in/jamejackson) on LinkedIn and subscribe to Gianna’s weekly newsletter: https://linkedin.com/letstalkoffline.

Credits
Gianna Prudente - Co-host, Early Career Development Editor, LinkedIn
Jamé Jackson - Co-host, Community Manager, LinkedIn
Sabrina Fang - Producer, Western Sound
Maya Pope-Chappell - Director of Content & Audience Development, LinkedIn
Jessi Hempel - Chief Content Officer, LinkedIn
Savannah Wright - Senior Producer, Western Sound
Sarah Dealy - Associate Producer, Western Sound
Alex MacInnis - Engineer, Western Sound
Courtney Coupe - Head of Original Programming, LinkedIn
Dan Roth - Editor in Chief, LinkedIn
Ben Adair - Executive Producer, Western Sound
Katrina Norvell - Executive Producer, iHeartMedia
Nikke Ettore - Executive Producer, iHeartMedia

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Gen Z has been called the “side hustle generation.” Younger workers understand that you can’t always find fulfillment in your 9-5 job and that side hustles can help you pursue your passions, expand your network, and even make some extra money. In this episode, Gianna and Jamé talk with career coach and founder of The Post Grad Playbook Jahleane Dolne about how to balance your side hustle with your job (without burning out) — and when to make the big leap to pursue it full time.

Do you have any burning questions about work? We want to hear them! You can email us your questions at letstalkoffline@linkedin.com.

And thank you to Jahleane Dolne for joining us this week! Follow Jahleane on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jahleane).

For more, follow Gianna (http://linkedin.com/in/giannaprudente) and Jamé (http://linkedin.com/in/jamejackson) on LinkedIn and subscribe to Gianna’s weekly newsletter: https://linkedin.com/letstalkoffline.

Credits
Gianna Prudente - Co-host, Early Career Development Editor, LinkedIn
Jamé Jackson - Co-host, Community Manager, LinkedIn
Sabrina Fang - Producer, Western Sound
Maya Pope-Chappell - Director of Content & Audience Development, LinkedIn
Jessi Hempel - Chief Content Officer, LinkedIn
Savannah Wright - Senior Producer, Western Sound
Sarah Dealy - Associate Producer, Western Sound
Alex MacInnis - Engineer, Western Sound
Courtney Coupe - Head of Original Programming, LinkedIn
Dan Roth - Editor in Chief, LinkedIn
Ben Adair - Executive Producer, Western Sound
Katrina Norvell - Executive Producer, iHeartMedia
Nikke Ettore - Executive Producer, iHeartMedia

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You spend about 40 hours a week with your co-workers, so it’s natural to bond with them. But workplace relationships can be a slippery slope when you’re treading the line between “professional” and “too personal.” In this episode, Gianna and Jamé share common pitfalls to look out for, as well as tips for keeping these friendships professional – while still feeling like yourself.

Do you have any burning questions about work? We want to hear them! You can email us your questions at letstalkoffline@linkedin.com.

For more, follow Gianna (http://linkedin.com/in/giannaprudente) and Jamé (http://linkedin.com/in/jamejackson) on LinkedIn and subscribe to Gianna’s weekly newsletter: https://linkedin.com/letstalkoffline.

Credits
Gianna Prudente - Co-host, Early Career Development Editor, LinkedIn
Jamé Jackson - Co-host, Community Manager, LinkedIn
Sabrina Fang - Producer, Western Sound
Maya Pope-Chappell - Director of Content & Audience Development, LinkedIn
Jessi Hempel - Chief Content Officer, LinkedIn
Savannah Wright - Senior Producer, Western Sound
Sarah Dealy - Associate Producer, Western Sound
Alex MacInnis - Engineer, Western Sound
Courtney Coupe - Head of Original Programming, LinkedIn
Dan Roth - Editor in Chief, LinkedIn
Ben Adair - Executive Producer, Western Sound
Katrina Norvell - Executive Producer, iHeartMedia
Nikke Ettore - Executive Producer, iHeartMedia

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s no rulebook when it comes to finding your place at work. Yet somehow, you’re expected to understand office politics, build work relationships, and impress your boss. In this episode, Gianna and Jamé talk with VP of Product HR at LinkedIn Mary Kerbs about how to set yourself up for success during those first 30, 60, and 90 days on the job.

Do you have any burning questions about work? We want to hear them! You can email us your questions at letstalkoffline@linkedin.com.

And thank you to Mary Kerbs for joining us this week! Follow Mary on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryquinnkerbs).

For more, follow Gianna (http://linkedin.com/in/giannaprudente) and Jamé (http://linkedin.com/in/jamejackson) on LinkedIn and subscribe to Gianna’s weekly newsletter: https://linkedin.com/letstalkoffline.

Credits
Gianna Prudente - Co-host, Early Career Development Editor, LinkedIn
Jamé Jackson - Co-host, Community Manager, LinkedIn
Sabrina Fang - Producer, Western Sound
Maya Pope-Chappell - Director of Content & Audience Development, LinkedIn
Jessi Hempel - Chief Content Officer, LinkedIn
Savannah Wright - Senior Producer, Western Sound
Sarah Dealy - Associate Producer, Western Sound
Alex MacInnis - Engineer, Western Sound
Courtney Coupe - Head of Original Programming, LinkedIn
Dan Roth - Editor in Chief, LinkedIn
Ben Adair - Executive Producer, Western Sound
Katrina Norvell - Executive Producer, iHeartMedia
Nikke Ettore - Executive Producer, iHeartMedia

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Saying no can feel risky when you’re early in your career. You want to show you’re a team player, but if you never say no, then you’ll burn out. In this episode, Gianna and Jamé talk about why setting boundaries at your job is crucial and how boundaries set you up for long-term success. They’ll also walk you through how to say no, even in difficult situations.

Do you have any burning questions about work? We want to hear them! You can email us your questions at letstalkoffline@linkedin.com.

For more, follow Gianna (http://linkedin.com/in/giannaprudente) and Jamé (http://linkedin.com/in/jamejackson) on LinkedIn and subscribe to Gianna’s weekly newsletter: https://linkedin.com/letstalkoffline.

Credits
Gianna Prudente - Co-host, Early Career Development Editor, LinkedIn
Jamé Jackson - Co-host, Community Manager, LinkedIn
Sabrina Fang - Producer, Western Sound
Maya Pope-Chappell - Director of Content & Audience Development, LinkedIn
Jessi Hempel - Chief Content Officer, LinkedIn
Savannah Wright - Senior Producer, Western Sound
Sarah Dealy - Associate Producer, Western Sound
Alex MacInnis - Engineer, Western Sound
Courtney Coupe - Head of Original Programming, LinkedIn
Dan Roth - Editor in Chief, LinkedIn
Ben Adair - Executive Producer, Western Sound
Katrina Norvell - Executive Producer, iHeartMedia
Nikke Ettore - Executive Producer, iHeartMedia

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.