2026 Layoff Experience Survey-0

2026 Layoff Experience Survey

What is it actually like to be laid off in 2026?

With AI-related layoffs projected to increase 9x in 2026, the experience of being let go — and bouncing back — looks very different than it did just two years ago. This survey captures honest perspectives from people who've been through it: what happened, how they coped, and what came next.

Anonymous. Takes 3 minutes.

What industry were you in when laid off?
What was your role level when laid off?
When did your most recent layoff occur?
Was AI cited as a reason for your layoff?
How long did it take you to find a new role or income source after your layoff?
What resources or strategies helped most during your job search? (Select all that apply)
Has being laid off changed how you think about job security?
What was the most difficult part of the layoff experience?
Where are you now, compared to before your layoff?
Rate how well-prepared you felt for the job market when your layoff happened
What's the one thing you wish you'd known before being laid off?
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