
Career Gems For The Journey
Don't Panic, PIVOT: How to Navigate a Career Layoff
What do you do when the career you thought was secure suddenly isn’t? Leah C. Murphy sits down with Dr. Kristy Taylor , founder of WORxK Solutions, LLC, to talk about navigating layoffs, career transitions, and an increasingly challenging job market. Drawing from both her professional expertise and her own experience with job loss, Dr. Taylor shares practical ways to move forward without letting fear or desperation drive your next decision. From recognizing the value of your transferable skills to strengthening your career brand and embracing AI as a tool, this conversation is about approaching your next move with strategy, confidence, and intention. Why mindset should come before updating your resume How to identify and use your transferable skills Why your next opportunity may be outside your previous industry How career branding can strengthen your job search Why AI can be a career tool instead of something to fear Make Your Journey Work For You! Stay Connected: ✨ Get on the list and learn more about the upcoming AI Workshop: Career Gems for the Journey AI Workshop Subscribe to the Career Gems for the Journey podcast for more conversations that empower your personal and professional growth. Stay engaged with Career Gems for the Journey by subscribing to the ‘CareerGems for YOUR Journey’ newsletter and gain access to exclusive content just for you! Catch Leah LIVE every Tuesday at 12 PM EST on YouTube for fresh insights, real-time discussions, and career-building conversations. Visit gemsforthejourney.org for upcoming events, resources, and more leadership gems. About Our Guest: Dr. Kristy K. Taylor is the founder of WORxK Solutions, LLC and creator of the WORxK Principle™. She is a military veteran, Certified Career & Executive Coach and HR Organizational Development Practitioner. She has conducted team building and workforce development training for organizations such as Walmart, American University, iFundWomen, and throughout federal agencies including the FDA, USAID, and the DoD. Dr. Taylor is the author of multiple books, including the The WORxK Principle™ Primer: A Behavioral Agility Framework for Transforming Mindset and Performance and the 21-Day Career Pivot Manual. Through her work, WORxK Solutions serves as a prescription for career and workplace success, equipping individuals and organizations with practical tools to grow, lead, and thrive. Connect with Dr. Taylor: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kktaylor/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worxksolutionsllc YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@worxksolutionsllc






