Welcome to The Launchpad.
This is where stories, ideas, and signals about career reinvention live—especially the moments after disruption, when the next move isn’t obvious yet.
I’m writing today for a simple reason:
My book, Laid Off to Lift-Off, is officially available.
The book tells the story of what happens when a career stops abruptly—and what it takes to rebuild momentum with intention instead of panic. It’s part personal story, part framework, and part field guide for anyone navigating change they didn’t ask for.
But this newsletter isn’t just about the book.
Going forward, The Launchpad will share:
Stories from readers as they work through the ideas in the book
Reflections on career pivots, reinvention, and leadership after disruption
Lessons from real people navigating uncertainty in real time
Occasional behind-the-scenes insights into what I’m building next
You’ll hear how people are reacting to the stories, which chapters hit hardest, and what questions keep coming up when someone finally pauses long enough to rethink what’s next.
If you haven’t picked up the book yet, you can find it here:
[Insert book link]
If you have already started reading, thank you. This space is for you, too. Some of the best insights don’t come from the author; they come from the readers who recognize themselves in the pages.
This is the beginning of an ongoing conversation.
More soon,
David Edgerton Jr.
DEJ Media