Steady employment provides a sense of satisfaction and purpose, as well as identity and organizational investment. It also provides a social, supportive network of peers and colleagues. But professional life, like personal life, also includes obstacles and setbacks. Fortunately, there are ways to endure the aftermath of professional loss effectively and ethically, with poise and patience, incorporating lessons learned to confidently move forward.

When the Boss Breaks Bad News

Most of us have weathered adverse job events over the years; some more than others, depending on the area of employment. Some career setbacks are predictable, particularly within a volatile or rapidly evolving industry or sector of the job market. Other times, we are blindsided by the announcement of a pay cut, transfer, the loss of a big client, or plans for impending layoffs. Some employees can still hear the voice of the supervisor tasked to be........

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