You’ve Been Laid Off Work PLR Ebook

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There is extra protection for workers over age 40 in reference to severance pay.

It is important to be clear about the terms of the severance package as well – not just in terms of how much money you can expect, but also whether there is anything else involved in it, such as a non-compete clause (and if so, the length of it) or a non-disclosure agreement (NDA). A non-compete might be a tough obstacle to you getting another job in the same niche or industry.

If you are being laid off through no fault of your own, you should be entitled to references from your line manager and any other person in the company who has direct experience of the work you have been putting in and can comment on it in a meaningful way.

If you are being laid off for cause, see if there is someone you have been working with who would be willing to give you a testimonial. You could even ask clients who know you well as long as there is no NDA or non-compete.

Unemployment Benefits

Your next port of call will be the unemployment website and office to determine your level of entitlement and go through the paperwork and interview process, in order to make sure you get the right amount of money and lay the groundwork for returning to employment efficiently.

The sooner you file for unemployment, the sooner you can start getting checks coming in. Often there can be a delay of several weeks, so you should not waste any time in starting the process.

If it is a question of pride regarding unemployment, remember that whenever you are employed, you are paying into an unemployment fund. It is not charity. It is your money, and there as a safety net in case you need it.

You might also wish to consult a labor lawyer just in case you want someone to look over all your termination papers and your severance package. They can often be very helpful with adding useful clauses to the “boilerplate” layoff documents many companies use. In this way, you can feel more certain you are not being harmed in any way and your rights are protected.

Labor lawyers usually charge reasonable consultation fees to look over your paperwork. They can also help you determine if you have a legal case (such as discrimination), or if you think you were laid off for a particular reason no one is admitting to (such as age, gender, race, and so on).

Be clear about how much severance and unemployment you will get, and the payout dates. Evaluate your budget in light of this information and whatever savings you have in the bank. Financial experts recommend that people try to set up an emergency fund that covers at least one to three months of their average household expenses.

However, if you have not been able to put by that amount of money, it will be a case of making the most of what you do have coming in until you find a new job, and getting ready for your big search.

Your next step is to evaluate where you are at the moment in your career, and to polish up your resume and other paperwork needed to help you apply for a new job. Let’s look at your next steps with respect to your career.

Is Your Current Career Right for You?

It is only natural to feel eager to get right back to work, but this might actually be the perfect time to do some soul searching as to whether or not you are happy in your career. If you have been laid off for cause, might there be a reason, such as lack of skills or motivation, that held you back from doing your best?

If you not happy with your current career, now might be the best time to consider making a change. Do you still feel highly motivated when you wake up every morning? Or have you had a nagging sense lately that something is missing from your life, or that you could be doing something more or differently?

A career change is not going to be as easy as finding a new job in the same niche or industry, but you will never know unless you try. Research will be key to making a successful transition into any new job. One form of research is to look deeper within, to explore your motivations and what you feel is your mission in life.

It is also important to look for what is termed “transferable skills” – those which can help you succeed in your new career of choice. For example, if you’ve been working as a teacher, chances are that you are a people person who enjoys working with others and would be a good mentor and leader. You will probably be well-organized and be a self-starter, willing to learn. These are skills that can lend themselves to a wide variety of careers, not just teaching.

Career and Personality Quizzes

One of the best ways to help evaluate if your current career is right for you, and what kind of career would suit you best, is to try some online tests. They take many different forms, but can help narrow down what you are really good at and feel passionate about.

Another reason for taking these tests is that an increasing number of human resources and hiring managers might also ask you to take certain tests in order to determine if you would be a good fit for a particular position.

One of the most common is the Briggs Myers test – It groups people into one of 16 different types of working personality based on introvert/extrovert and other polarities. Some employers require you to take the test when you come in for interview in order to help narrow down a wide candidate pool based on the test results.

Self-Directed Search – This inexpensive site helps you “discover your passion.” It divides you into one of six different types: realistic, investigative, artistic, social, enterprising, or conventional, and makes suggestions about the best career and educational opportunities that will suit you.

My Next Move – This site is free and sponsored by the US Department of Labor. It asks you to rank different tasks according to how interested you are in doing them. It then makes suggestions as to good career options, and how much training it would take for you to enter the suggested careers.

Pymetrics – This is a fun site where you can play games that will help determine your skills, abilities and interests. By knowing your traits, you can make smarter decisions about your career. You can also get matched up with recruiters.

Taking These Tests

With these kinds of test, honesty really is the best policy. There is no “right” answer. Don’t try to second-guess yourself. It is far better to work in a job than that really suits you than to take any old job just to make ends meet and end up suffering. These tests can help you find the right job and career based on who you really are.

It’s also important because knowing what you want and need can help you avoid a patchy career with short gigs and gaps in between. The last thing you want is an inconsistent-looking resume, because it will raise red flags with hiring managers.

Changing Careers

These assessments can help you determine whether or not to switch careers. It can be part of your research process as to whether or not it is a good idea, and what training and experience you need to make the change. You will need to reorganize your resume with this in mind.

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- 3 Ebook (PDF, DOC, TXT), 12 Pages
- 2 Ecovers (PSD, JPG)
- Year Released/Circulated: 2017
- File Size: 5,851 KB

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