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How to Prepare to Be Laid off and Overcome Job Rejections with Dannielle | FirstGenMoney

Israel and Sunem Tovar Season 1 Episode 97

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#97: In this episode of Money Noticias Podcast, host Israel and Sunem are joined by Dannielle. Dannielle is a born and raised Jersey girl, daughter to Ecuadorian immigrant parents, and the first in her family to graduate from college. In 2017, Dannielle discovered the 'financial independence, retire early' movement and started her personal finance journey. Since then she's been sharing her money journey online, a journey that has taken her from debt-free in 26 months to hitting her first 100k.

Episode Takeaways

  • Dannielle provides tips for financially preparing for layoffs, including prioritizing cash savings and leveraging available resources.
  • Navigating unemployment can be emotionally and mentally exhausting, and it's important to take breaks and prioritize self-care.
  • Becoming work optional involves exploring hobbies and interests outside of work and finding a balance between saving and enjoying life in the present.
  • Financial goals can shift over time, and it's important to reassess and prioritize based on current circumstances and desires.
  • Advice for first-gen professionals navigating unemployment: hang in there, remember that rejections are not personal, and use the experience as an opportunity for self-discovery and growth

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