My new COVID reality: I'm laid off, now what?

The world has officially stopped. Businesses and schools have closed their doors and over 22 million Americans have filed for unemployment. 

To understand this reality from the source, we had a conversation with a recently laid off Millennial as well as a U.S. House of Representatives liaison to share the truth of the reality from a government standpoint. 

SHOW SUMMARY: 

[4:30] Shelby's new work reality

[7:22] "I'm sorry Shelby, but we have to let you go"

[9:25] What it's like calling the unemployment office 

[11:58] What she's grateful for 

[19:54] Jessica's new work reality

[22:15] The unemployment office's new reality

[25:18] Advice for applying for unemployment 

[29:11] Stimulus Check 101 

[35:13] Why civic education is important 

KEY TAKEAWAYS: 

Focus on the good of your new reality. When applying for unemployment benefits, make sure the website ends in .gov and there is a lock at the top of the browser. Engage with your elected officials so that they can help you. 

EPISODE QUOTE: "In the rush to return to normal, use this time to consider which parts of normal are worth rushing back to." -Dave Hollis

Connect with Jessica García on LinkedIn if you have more questions on how to navigate your new reality. 

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