Bouncing back after losing your job
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In the best-case scenario, you fill your banker’s box with your family photos and candy stash (and toss in a few pens), bid farewell to your coworkers without welling up and quietly exit the office for the last time.
In the worst-case scenario, you burst into tears, scream at the HR folks escorting you from the premises and receive a lawyer’s letter after revealing proprietary secrets on your blog.
But whatever the circumstances, your ego gets a thorough bruising when you lose a job. That’s one of the reasons it can be so tough to find another position.
Laid-off or fired people find it harder and harder to find a new job with every passing month, statistics show. Start by assessing what you can offer companies. Take inventory of what’s going to help you stand out to an employer.
Because networking remains the best way to find a job, don’t sit in front of your computer in your PJs. Get out there and shake it. Just like dating; look good, smile lots, talk to lots of people.
Online networking is also a must. Sign up for LinkedIn and use your profile to post your resume, a photo and information that will differentiate you from others in your industry. Essentially, make a web presence for yourself.
The process of finding a new position starts with having a good understanding of the role you’re applying for and how your skills, experiences and accomplishments will help you succeed in that role. But there are a number of ways in which job seekers can increase their chances. One big thing is including key words from a job application in your cover letter and resume. HR departments use software to screen large volumes of applications, and these programs rely on key words.
It’s far easier to find a good job early on. When time wears on and you’re feeling the financial crunch, you’re more likely to make poor choices. Be proactive; get the ball rolling yourself!
