“I just got laid off from big tech. What’s the smartest move I can make before I lose access to everything?”

How do you invest in yourself when life throws you off course? In this special HerMoney Mailbag episode, Jean Chatzky and Maha Abouelenein, author of 7 Rules of Self-Reliance, answer your real-life questions about navigating layoffs, career pivots, and side hustles. We answer your questions on: What to do immediately after a layoff to protect your career momentum How to transition to a less stressful career after parental leave Smart ways to supplement your income from home  How to build your personal brand and start getting noticed on LinkedIn Why your network is your greatest asset and how to start using it ?We love your questions! Send them to us at mailbag@hermoney.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices