Carrie Skowronski is a workplace communication expert who says there's a right way to reach out to a laid off colleague. To show your support, reach out, follow up via email or text, and tap into a shared experience if you have one. Don't assume you know how they feelIt's incredibly difficult to predict how people will react to the shock of job loss. To be a continuous source of support for your colleague, Skowronski suggested shooting them a brief check-in message, such as:"Hey there! You may not have all of the answers that someone's looking for after their job loss, but your genuine support can go a long way.

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