A Business week columnist presented what she calls “etiquette tips” for those who are laid-off as well as those who survive. Go here to read the column. A few key ideas: When you’re laid off, write a few personal notes to colleagues in your current and recent jobs. Talk about why you enjoyed the business […]
Job Loss
Recession worse for younger workers?
The New York TImes posted an op ed piece suggesting that a tough recession will be harder on younger workers than older workers. You can read the article here. The Times ask you to register but they don’t bombard you with all kinds of junk email. I’ve subscribed for years and never had a problem. […]
Threatened with a layoff? 5 Things *Not* To Do
These days, almost everybody feels uncertain about jobs. Fear can lead to paralysis or panic, which in turn lead to bad decisions and searches for a quick fix. Here are five tempting actions that are best to avoid. Mistake #1: Hiring a firm to “blast” your resume to a thousand or more prospective employers. These […]
Financial planning for a job loss
When you lose your job, the first question that comes to mind is, “How will I survive financially?” I haven’t seen much good advice for dealing with the financial side of career change, but I like this article: http://www.fpanet.org/public/tools/jobloss.cfm#steps Some points I especially like: Cobra may not be your best option for health insurance. Make […]