05/21/2012

How do I handle being laid off from work well?

I just got the heads up that I will be laid off this afternoon. I am not mad, I understand the company is hurting from the poor economy right now, nonetheless, I am a really emotional person, and I really don’t want to cry. How can I prepare myself to handle this maturely?

Best answer:

Answer by Michelle
First, take a deep breath! Then be grateful for the time you had at the company and look forward to a little time off and a break from work. Now is the time to look forward to a new stage in your life, you can take the next step and find another job very soon and keep on truckin’!

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  1. patrickehoward says:

    alcohol is the first thing that comes to mind. maybe you have a flask in your desk? bar across the street?

    otherwise, look on the bright side! the sooner you can get out from a dead-end company the sooner you can start looking for a longer term position/ employer. as previous poster stated, take some time for yourself (1-2 days) and then start hunting.

    enjoy the long weekend.

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  2. Henry says:

    Look on the bright side, at least you won’t have to get up early Monday morning. ;-)

    Seriously, just take a deep breath and go to a happy place in your mind. The person on the other end of this lay off probably feels worse than you do. He/she will most likely be fighting back tears as well.

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  3. rkbejh says:

    I understand your pain, I felt the same way about a year ago. Remember everything happens for a reason. Others are right this the time to start a new adventure in your life. How about starting your own business? Own your own business but not alone. contact me.

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  4. Chris says:

    I was just layed off myself,about 3 hours ago actually…Im not sure what to do about it,i have things to take care of quick…yet i dont know where to start..theres panic starting to set in!I need ideas. Please Id like to start my own business,but where do you start

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