In the wake of the 2008 financial crisis, a prosperous sales executive finds his life turned upside down when he is laid off from his high-paying job at GTX, a large transportation corporation in Boston. The story explores the ripple effects of corporate downsizing, not only on the individual's career but also on his family life and self-esteem. As he struggles to find new employment in a devastated economy, he is forced to reevaluate his life choices, priorities, and the true meaning of success.

Parallel to this, the film delves into the experiences of two other GTX employees, a senior partner and a division manager, who also face the harsh realities of job loss and its personal and financial impacts. The narrative examines themes of corporate loyalty, the shifting American Dream, and the quest for dignity in the face of economic adversity. As these three men navigate their unexpected circumstances, their stories intersect, offering a poignant look at the human cost of corporate efficiency and the resilience required to start anew.