Almost everyone
knows someone who has lost a job recently. As it becomes more common, it is no
less stressful. I’d like to suggest a few essential steps for a safe landing,
even without the golden parachute.
1. Get letters of
reference and recommendations from managers, supervisors, coworkers vendors and
clients. Do this quickly; timing influences the results.
2. Gather your
past performance reviews. These will help you create language for your resume
and interviews.
3. Determine what
may be negotiable. It may surprise you to know that people often are able to
negotiate for an extension of paid health care coverage or severance.
4. Enhance your
professional network. Are there non-proprietary business contacts whose contact
information you should acquire before leaving?
5. Think about
how you want to be remembered. Counter-productive behavior in the last day(s)
can blow a stellar performance record.
6. Contact your
coworkers: send a brief email. Let them know that “Thursday will be my last
day. I’ll be back in touch” Let them know how to contact you. Get personal
email addresses.
7. Nail down
health care. You may be eligible for assistance with COBRA under the recent
stimulus package.
8. Register for
Unemployment Insurance. While UI benefits are usually taxable, you may qualify
for several weeks of non-taxable UI under the stimulus plan.
9. Look for your
nearest One Stop Career Center
In my next blog,
I will discuss how to create a plan that is workable and effective.
Watch for my free
teleconference at www.rcmassociates.com
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