Getting a Job after Being Laid Off
In the unstable economy that exists today, no one individual is completely safe from losing their position and being thrown into the unemployed market. Because of the recent recession, many companies worldwide have had to cut back on their costs and obviously one major way to cut back on their costs is to lay off a large portion of their employees. So if you find yourself without a job, read on to find out how to get out there, market yourself, and get a new job right away.
Although getting laid off can be a very hard hit to the self-confidence, donât take it personally because the employer that laid you off more than likely didnât fire you because you were not a productive worker but because they were forced to cut back on their costs.
The first action step is to begin conducting a thorough job search in your local area. Conducting a job search is sometimes a new job in itself. To find a good job that will suit your preferences and your qualifications, youâll need to conduct a job search daily to check for any new positions. Youâll be checking your local newspaper, your local classifieds websites, job posting websites, and you should also register with your local temp agency because a short work contract is better than being completely unemployed.
Before you begin applying to any positions that catch your eye, ensure your resume and cover letter is completed properly and professionally. Ensure your resume is completely up to date with your most recent jobs beginning first. Another great idea is to join your local Chamber of Commerce and attend the events they host because this will give you great opportunities to network with employers. Any networking events are fantastic to attend because even if you donât have any luck at the time of meeting employers, you never know when they may remember you and offer you a great job in the future.
When you begin applying for these positions you donât actually have to mention that youâve been laid off. If you happen to receive an interview for a job, always ensure you look your best and youâre fully prepared for the job interview. You can find many job interview resources online which offer common interview questions you can use to prepare yourself mentally for any questions the interviewer may ask you. Always ensure you bring your references with you to the interview as well because the employer will more than likely want to speak with your past employers to ask questions about the quality of your work and your work ethics.
Ensure you donât put all your energy into getting one position; you should focus on any possible job opportunities that arise because there are more than likely hundreds of other people applying for these jobs besides you. You also shouldnât be completely surprised if you donât get a position you apply and interview for because the reality is that some employers will see that you were laid off from your last position and may wonder about your efficiency and skills. Just continually search for available positions and apply to all which apply to your skills and qualifications and youâll be back in the job market before you know it!
