They Let You Go. Now Watch You Grow.

What happens when the job you thought was forever disappears overnight? What do you do when the company you gave your all to drops you like a bad habit—and expects you to walk away quietly?

In this raw and unfiltered episode, Captain Overfit peels back the layers of corporate BS and gets real about what it feels like to be laid off in a world where loyalty is one-sided. It’s not just about losing a paycheck—it’s about losing identity, stability, and the false sense of security so many of us were told came with “a good job.”

💼 “It’s not you, it’s budget cuts.”
We’ve all heard the excuses. But let’s be honest—being laid off feels like getting dumped by someone you thought you’d grow old with. And just like a breakup, it hurts. But here’s the twist: it also sets you free.

Captain Overfit shares his personal experience of job loss—what it did to his mental health, how close he came to giving up, and the pivotal moment he asked himself a question that flipped the script:

“What if this storm only lasts a week? What if I bounce back stronger, smarter, and more in control of my life?”

From there, this episode dives into the truth most companies won’t say out loud: they need YOU more than you need them. Especially if you're someone with work ethic, passion, and integrity. You’ll hear real stories of the revolving door of toxic hires—people who didn’t care, disrespected the job, and still got a paycheck—while hardworking employees were shown the door.

🎯 Topics Covered in This Episode:

• Why layoffs have become the new normal in tech and beyond
• The hidden toll of job loss on mental health and identity
• Why you shouldn’t put a job on a pedestal (and what to do instead)
• The hiring process from the inside—and why good employees are rare
• Real examples of workplace absurdity that prove companies aren’t always right
• Breaking generational mindsets about work, success, and "wasting time"
• Why passion projects matter, even if they don’t pay (yet)
• The hypocrisy of people who consume free content but shame its creators
• How to talk to your family when you’re at your lowest
• And why you’re not crazy—you’re courageous

🎧 Whether you’ve just been laid off, feel stuck in a soul-sucking job, or are building something from scratch, this episode is for you. It's a reminder that success doesn’t come from staying safe. It comes from stepping into the unknown, even when your knees are shaking.

🎤 Key Quote from the Episode:

“I’m not doing this for money. I’m doing this because I have something to say. And while YouTube’s great, people still judge based on how you look. That’s why I started this podcast—so you could hear my words without seeing my face.”

⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode touches on suicidal ideation and emotional distress related to job loss. If you’re struggling, please know you’re not alone. There are people who care, who will listen, and who can help. Don’t suffer in silence.

🧠 Final Message:
You are more than your job title. You are more than your paycheck. You are not “crazy” for chasing your passion, starting over, or doing something different. You’re brave. And you’re not alone.

So if you've recently been let go, know this:

They let you go. Now watch you grow.

🔁 Share this episode with anyone who’s been laid off, let go, or left behind. This one’s for them.

Captain Overfit is a brutally honest, tech-obsessed podcast created by AI, but scripted by a human who’s lived it. Each episode blends real life, raw emotion, and reflections on the future.

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