How would you cope if you lost your Job today?
I Don't believe that I have lost my
job.
by Caroline Jalango
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How prepared are you for an unexpected
turn of events? What if the foundation upon which your income was based was
suddenly shaken? How would you cope if you lost your Job today?
In
these tough economic times, the unemployment rate is high and job scarcity is a
common problem. The importance of getting a steady job to guarantee some form of
job security cannot be underestimated. Having a regular job is as relieving as
drinking a cold glass of water on a hot summer day.
With
this in mind, you probably can’t afford to lose your job, because the key word
is bills, bills, and more bills! The only way to settle the “bills” issue is
to get a job and try to stay hired.
Most
people assume and rightly so, that they can't get laid off or fired. But what if
it happens to you?
When
we are caught off guard, our coping mechanisms sometimes fail or we may just not
know how to react. If you cannot plan for an unexpected job loss, you can
definitely equip yourself with tips on how to cope when you have lost your job.
7 Valuable tips for surviving a job loss
crisis.
1.Don’t
panic
When
you think about all the bills and other issues, which depend, upon your
paycheck, it is very easy to panic.
The
uncertainty of the future ahead and the possible reality that you may no longer
be in control may be very overwhelming. As tempting as it may be, don’t panic
because you will require a clear mind to focus on the future.
2.Accept
your situation.
The
sooner you accept your situation the better. Don’t stay in a state of
disbelief and denial. It is not worth wasting your life harboring feelings of
revenge and hatred towards your former employers.
Every
case is different but if you intend to sue for wrongful dismissal, consider
whether the measure is worth pursuing. Accept your situation as it is and
remember that life does not always turn out as we expect. It may be tough but
you have to deal with it.
3.De-stress yourself
Losing
a job can be a terribly stressful ordeal. It can cause sleepless nights as you
constantly worry about a future over which you may have no control.
The
uncertainty ahead may cause an over flow of negative feelings and you may need
time to recover from the shock and to clear your head. If necessary take some
time off to think about what to do next. Do not make hasty decisions. Talking to
a close friend or family member about how you feel will always make you feel
better.
4.Start
a new job search.
As
soon as you get the motivation, undertake an aggressive job hunt campaign.
Update your resume, do some research on the internet which offers a lot of
information about current job listings and allows you to post your resume
online, visit employment agencies and let them know about your availability to
work and the position that you would be interested in, get the classified
section of the newspaper that has job listings, network with people and let them
know you are looking for a job. Send out your resume to employers who have job
openings that may interest you.
5.Stay
positive.
Don’t
allow yourself to be engulfed by negative feelings of self-pity, worthlessness,
anger, bitterness and etc.
These
feelings may rear their ugly heads but keep them in control because they will
take away your power and introducing depression in your life. This will
accelerate ineffectiveness on your part. Motivate yourself daily by looking on
the bright side.
6.
Budget your finances.
Now
that you don’t have a steady flow of income, consider putting a tighter reign
over your finances by making reductions in your expenditure. Keep all the
‘luxuries’ at bay especially if you don’t have any emergency money saved
up. This may entail making clear distinctions between what you really need and
what you want.
7.
Move on.
Hey,
it’s not the end of the world. Always remember, “Every exit from somewhere
is an entrance somewhere else.” Tom Stoppard.
A
bend in the road is not the end of the road unless you fail to make a turn. Do
not be afraid to move on and start a fresh. This may just be the beginning of
something beautiful.
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About
the Author
Caroline Jalango, Riverdale, NY, 10471
Caroline@motivationzone.com
http://www.motivationzone.com
Caroline is a life coach, women's coach, writer and motivator. She empowers
women to discover who they are, explore what they can be and to take action to
achieve their goals. She can be contacted for a free coaching session. Caroline@motivationzone.com
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