How to deal with losing your job
Losing your job can be frightening and upsetting. But there are absolutely ways to deal with it! Watch this week’s video for tips!
Coping with loss
This seems to be The Summer of Loss—I’ve had to say goodbye to a beloved dog and two friends who were far too young to die, and I know so many people who are mourning the loss of a job or relationship or health or a loved one that I’ve almost lost track. I…
What to Do if You’re Laid Off
Losing your job for any reason is a terrible feeling. Even when it’s something that isn’t remotely your fault, like the business closing or making layoffs, it still feels terrible. If you find yourself in that position, the first thing to know is that this is not a mark against you. Most employers understand…
Video interview tips
Are you intimidated by on-camera job interviews? Watch on! These tips will help you be polished, professional, and generally awesome on camera.
Are you setting application goals for yourself?
Be nicer to yourself!
Addressing Employment Gaps in Your Resume
I get a lot of questions about what to do with a gap in employment history. The good news is that these are no longer the kiss of death they were reputed to be years ago, especially with COVID wreaking havoc with the job market. That said, there are some better ways to address…
Losing Your Job Part 6: Job Boards
Finally, if you’ve lost your job, do be sure to hit the job boards and look into finding recruiters. The temptation is often to do this first, and while that won’t hurt you, I list it last for a reason. Most career experts agree that many jobs aren’t ever posted on the boards, so we…
Losing Your Job Part 4: Resume & Social Media Updates
Now that you’ve got your network working for you, it’s time to tackle updating your resume and social media profiles. Take small steps toward each of these—it’s a lot, and the work can be emotional. Update your resume with extra attention to what you accomplished in your last job. If you’ve left on less-than-stellar…
Losing Your Job, Part 3: Connect with Your Connections
After you’ve lost your job, the third step to take is the one you know is coming, and I’m sorry to beat you over the head with it, but it’s important. Yes, it’s time to network. This doesn’t have to be painful, and it doesn’t have to be immediate. Give yourself a little…
Losing Your Job, Part 2: Unemployment
The second thing to do if you’ve lost your job is to make sure you’re eligible for unemployment. In most places, you’re eligible if you lost your job through no fault of your own, though specifically what that means varies considerably from state to state. Whatever your employer tells you, be sure you check your…