Your employer let you go. Now what? Maybe you suspected it was coming. You’ve had a conflict with your boss, business has been slow, or your supervisor reduced your duties without explanation. Maybe your dismissal was sudden. like 900 people unexpectedly laid off in a Zoom call. You might feel like you’ve taken a gut punch, or your most prominent emotion might be relief. No matter the circumstances, losing your job is tough, especially if you need to jump into your next job search immediately. But you can land on your feet after a job loss.

The job hunt is tough on everyone. But when an employer’s hiring process is confusing or off somehow, it can make the experience even more frustrating. Here are some common missteps job-seekers make in the hiring process, and some steps you can take to navigate the hiring process in a healthy way.