It can be a tough conversation: What do you say in a job interview after being laid off or fired? If laid off, you can say it was part of larger job cuts, and most employers will understand. If you were firedOne of the first things you should do when you're fired is try to negotiate how your departure will be portrayed to prospective employers, McIntyre said. "Being fired or laid off doesn't mean you're not a good performer or that you're not worthy of getting another job," she said. "It's about you figuring out what the right next step is for you," St Fleur said.

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