Laid off or worried about layoffs?
Find your next step here.
LayoffNext helps people prepare for layoffs, recover after job loss, manage their finances, rebuild their careers, and connect with others going through the same transition.
Choose your starting point
LayoffNext meets you where you are — whether you're planning ahead, recovering right now, or rebuilding for the future.
I may be laid off soon
Quietly prepare your finances, documents, and network before anything is announced.
Prepare nowI was just laid off
Get a clear, step-by-step plan starting from the first 24 hours after a layoff.
Start hereI need to get hired again
Explore career pivots, rebuild your finances, and get back in motion with a plan.
Build my planSix pillars for your job transition
From financial stability to career direction — everything you need, structured in one place.
Step-by-Step Layoff Guides
From hour one to month six — structured guides covering every stage of a job transition.
Financial Calculators
Estimate severance, runway, and build an emergency budget with easy-to-use tools.
Company Layoff Intel
Browse severance snapshots, outplacement summaries, and community insights by company.
Career Pivot Roadmaps
Explore transitions by skill set, industry, and salary trajectory.
Emotional Reset & Support
Reframe, reflect, and rebuild with structured prompts and supportive guidance.
Community Discussion
Connect with people in the same situation. Ask questions and share what you know.
Financial & career tools built for job transitions
Simple calculators and frameworks designed specifically for people navigating layoffs.
Severance Pay Estimator
Estimate your expected severance based on tenure, salary, and company size.
Try toolFinancial Runway Calculator
See how long your savings will last with current spending levels.
Try toolCOBRA vs Marketplace
Compare your health insurance options side-by-side after losing employer coverage.
Try toolEmergency Budget Planner
Build a bare-bones budget to stretch your runway while job searching.
Try toolInterview Answer Generator
Draft honest, confident answers to "Why did you leave your last job?"
Try toolLayoff Readiness Score
Assess how prepared you are — savings, resume, network, and more.
Try toolStructured guidance for every stage
Each guide is written with a clear structure, honest tone, and actionable steps.
What To Do in the First 24 Hours After a Layoff
6 min read
Just Laid OffWhat To Do in the First 7 Days After a Layoff
8 min read
Before LayoffHow To Prepare Before Layoffs Happen
7 min read
Severance & HRHow To Negotiate a Severance Package
9 min read
Resume & InterviewsHow To Explain a Layoff in an Interview
5 min read
Career PivotsBest Career Pivots After Tech Layoffs
10 min read
Browse layoff information by company
Severance estimates, outplacement summaries, and community discussions. Data is sourced from news reports and community input — clearly labeled as estimates.
Amazon
Big Tech
Severance (est.)
Estimated~2 wks/yr + 60-day WARN
Big Tech
Severance (est.)
Estimated~16 wks min + 2 wks/yr
Meta
Big Tech
Severance (est.)
Estimated~16 wks base + 2 wks/yr
Microsoft
Big Tech
Severance (est.)
Estimated~2 wks/yr; 60-day notice
Salesforce
SaaS
Severance (est.)
Estimated~5 months reported avg
Accenture
Consulting
Severance (est.)
EstimatedVaries by level & region
Cognizant
IT Services
Severance (est.)
Estimated~4–8 wks reported
TCS
IT Services
Severance (est.)
EstimatedStatutory + notice period
Infosys
IT Services
Severance (est.)
EstimatedPer local labor law
You're not alone in this
Connect with others navigating the same transition. Ask questions, share what's working, and find support.
Built for clarity, not clicks
LayoffNext is designed to give you honest, structured information — not to frighten you or sell you something.
Our Approach
Every page on LayoffNext is built around one question: what does someone actually need to know right now? We structure content in order of urgency, separate facts from estimates, and give you clear next steps — not overwhelming walls of text.
How We Build Resources
- Guides are written and reviewed by people with direct experience navigating job loss.
- Calculator logic is explained transparently — no black-box outputs.
- Company intel is sourced from publicly reported data and community discussion, labeled as estimates.
- Content is reviewed regularly and updated to reflect current market conditions.
- We clearly separate general information from professional advice.
Not advice: LayoffNext provides educational information only. Content is not legal, financial, tax, or mental health advice. Always consult a licensed professional for decisions affecting your specific situation.
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