Right away, you may be thinking “why on earth am I reading an article on how to prepare for a layoff?” Yes, this is a good question. We are all encouraged to think positive about the job market, our careers, and the economy. That much easier said than done. Rarely does a day go by […]

If you were recently laid off from work, you need to make cutbacks. Are you drawing unemployment benefits? If so, this weekly check is nice, but it likely does not even come close to what you were making before. That is why cutbacks are important. Luckily, you can take many steps. You can reduce the […]

Were you recently laid off from your job? If so, you have two choices. They usually include collecting unemployment for your preset time or finding a new job right away. Although many do not like to rush the process, you may want to jump right back in. With drive and determination, you could land a […]

Layoffs are happening all across the country and they continue to increase. If you weren’t laid off yourself, you likely know someone who was. In fact, that person may be a close friend or relative. How can you help them through this troubling time? Be available to listen. As a close friend or relative, you […]

Job layoffs are happening all across the country. Americans in once stable jobs are now finding themselves unemployed and in standing in the unemployment line. For some, a job layoff comes as a complete shock. Due to that unexpected shock, many unemployed Americans make costly mistakes. Five of these mistakes are highlighted below and you […]

It seems as if job layoffs are becoming a daily occurrence in the United States. It seems as if you can’t turn on the television without hearing a news report of a company closing their doors, putting a freeze on new hires, or laying off current workers. You may be concerned with your job and […]