I got laid off today, September 17th. I logged in to find a meeting invite from HR, and I immediately knew what it meant, especially since my manager and several team members were let go just two days prior. I had foolishly believed I was safe and important to the company, but that was clearly not the case. The wait for the call was agonizing, and sitting through it was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. Now, I’m left feeling lost about what to do next. Today has been incredibly tough.