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Unlike terminations, layoffs are typically less stigmatized in interviews. If you're caught up in mass layoffs, explaining your situation can be straightforward, drawing attention away from personal shortcomings. However, employers may still harbor biases against candidates who were laid off, viewing them as less favorable compared to those who voluntarily left.
On the downside, layoffs can come unexpectedly and throw you into a competitive job market alongside many others in similar situations. It requires swift action to stand out among a pool of candidates vying for similar roles.