Tips for Surviving Unemployment – Part 2
May 13, 2009 by Jennifer Chait
Filed under Workplace
Yesterday we looked at Tips for Surviving Unemployment – Part 1. Not only are there tips in the post, but readers came up with some great tips in the comments too, so be sure to check it out. Today some more tips. The following tips are mainly related to what to do when you need cash asap because it may take a while to find a new job.
Don’t ignore debt: It’s much better to call your lenders for car payments, phone bills, or credit, then to ignore the pile. Explain the situation. Everyone knows that times are tough and most …read more
Tips for Surviving Unemployment – Part 1
May 12, 2009 by Jennifer Chait
Filed under Workplace
Surviving unemployment can be tough, but with the current unemployment rate at 8.9% surviving, or trying to, is exactly what many are having to do. Following are some tips that can help you out if you find yourself with a pink slip; FYI we’ll be looking at more tips later.
Stay calm: Not easy I know, but if you’re out of work you’re going to be searching and searching on top of being frazzled is going to make the situation worse.
Get organized: Get your job search organized well. For example…
Look up old contacts (or current) who may have job leads. Send …read more
