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[...] you looking for a new job or just after the layoff the first worries are to get a permanent job as soon as possible? Once you have gathered yourself [...]
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[...] you are done with accepting and dealing with the layoff in the initial phases it is time to plan on how to make the most and best of this period. [...]
you are right….very often it is important to view a layoff as a burden that has been removed before you had to make a decision yourself…it’s never easy to look ahead cheerfully esp if one is saddled with loans and such responsibilities but the most dangerous thing to do at such times would be to wallow in self pity….hope is critical…
For suer hope is critical but make sure you follow the underlying matra to getting back into the workforce:
- Good Planning
- Good Execution
and you may ask what you mean by “good”, well it all depends on how you have researched and planned for the next steps from here on. I have some pointers at this next post:
http://careerbright.blogspot.com/2008/02/what-to-do-after-layoff.html
People always hate to talk about when they are laid off. But as it has become every day’s news headline since Yahoo started it with cutting 1500 of its task force last year, now a need of platform has been in demand where people can express their selves in words how they are feeling about their company, whey the got laid off was that justified or not.
And every thing they want to tell anonymously.And http://www.layoffgossip.com is providing you that platform.
The key is to survive the layoff by keeping the impact as low as possible. the best way to ride this wave is to be prepared for the extreme .
I firmly believe in the Murphy’s Law especially the 3rd one, ” Whatever can go wrong will go wrong, and at the worst possible time, in the worst possible way”
Check out an interesting and exciting game of “layoff survival” check out http://www.crootpad.com , a fun way to see different options to survive layoff.
I was laid off about 6 months ago. And it was definitely a tough time in my life. I hadn’t been in the job market in many years – and now I found my self in a very competitive one.
I one piece of advice is to have your resume professionally done. It is what gets you in the door with hiring managers. There are a number of services out there. They range in prices from $40 to $150. I went with a service that charged $49 and was very happy – so you don’t have to spend and arm and leg to get this done. I do believe it was worth it to me. I am employed now and quite relieved! I wish the best for all others job hunting out there.
The service I used was http://www.ResumeSolutionsPro.com.
Best of luck you you all!
Thanks for the info on resumes, jhawk1021. Like you, I have received notice that my services are not required anymore. Although I have spent several months working on it with various free sources, I am not getting past the front door. Right now, ResumeSolutionsPro.com has a 3 day special – $30 for a customized resume. I had not considered using a professional company, but have changed my mind – thanks again.
Many thanks to the blogger who posted this excellent blog. There is so much to consider during a time like this that we often forget about ourselves. Unless we deal with the emotions that arise first is essential or you will have a rough time managing the rest of what needs to be done.
Right now, I am attempting to get a handle on all the information as I am feeling a wee bit overwhelmed. I have found that scratching a plan out on paper (or using a computer) works well. You are able to define goals and assess your progress at the end of each week. Kind of project management for yourself.
Thank you again to all – support comes in many forms!
Best wishes to everyone…
Our best wishes to you Jeff. There are so many right now in the same boat.
You have brought forth the right tpoic “overwhelmed with the information” (overload).
There is so much advice around and so much information, it takes time to filter and use that suits you the best. I usually always suggest the job seekers to hone their (effective) time management skills first.
Limit your time on the internet – it is so easy to go off tangents on the web, put apart some time for one on one networking and most of all consider job search as a full-time job. Work on it around 5-6 hours a day at the least and with full concentration – no house chores during this time – the rest of the day spend with family as you would do on a full-time job. It is means a lot to keep your sanity and laughter and take care of your health also to avoid tension and depression.
Thank you very much, Shweta – I really appreciate your comments and what you are doing with your blog! Speaking of which, maybe I will have time to finally start my own blog.
Absolutely, it does mean a lot to keep your sanity, sense of humor, and a sense of self. As you pointed out, depression is the biggest problem which can lead to sever health issues. I would be kidding myself if I said I did not get depressed from time to time, but I swear that I am keeping my chin up and pushing forward.
Thank you again and we need to remember that we are not alone.