Summary
Kristina O'Neill and Laura Brown, both editors who were fired from their jobs, wrote a book about embracing job loss to move forward. They now have successful careers and offer advice for those looking to find new work. Their tips include reflecting on past work, taking small steps toward change, and recognizing personal achievements.
Key Facts
- Kristina O'Neill and Laura Brown wrote a book called 'All the Cool Girls Get Fired' after being fired from editorial positions.
- They encourage people to openly acknowledge job loss to better move forward.
- Laura now owns a media company, and Kristina is the editor in chief for Sotheby's magazine.
- They suggest reflecting on the past year to identify work experiences that inspire or drain energy.
- Taking small steps, like volunteering or exploring different job roles, is recommended before big career changes.
- Remembering personal achievements is important, as job loss does not erase past successes.
- They highlight that many people have experienced job loss, especially with recent high redundancy rates.
