The vast majority of employees had been fired at least once in their career.
Whenever somebody loses their job, they immediately enter in a negative space and negative ways
of thinking!
Losing the feeling of a certain professional security is immediately qualified as something
terrible.
But there is another side to it which barely gets highlighted:
Maybe your future at that company would have been completely miserable and it’s your
chance to explore new opportunities?!
This can be your chance for a happier life.
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In this video I share 6 major steps on what to do if you get fired.
This is a follow up to my previous content on this subject, so stick with me till the
end to also find out what NOT to do, once you’ve been let go!
That could be a game changer while dealing with being fired and losing your job.
Step #1 would be Embracing everything you feel, acknowledging your situation.
You may find yourself experiencing different emotions:
- panic, due to having said goodbye to a regular salary
- fear of starting life without a set routine - anger, when you remember all those long
hours you dedicated to your position and company Etc. etc.
Instead of going on circles, just embrace these emotions because they are completely
normal.
Accept all those feelings and then you HAVE to move on and focus on your future.
Do not dwell on negative memories, or get stuck on how UNFAIR was the way you had been
let go.
Focus ONLY on the things you can control, which means leaving the past alone.
#2.
Do some soul searching.
Losing your job doesn't mean you are not valuable.
There are many employers looking to hire someone like you.
But start your job search by first doing some thinking and soul searching.
Try to understand and find out what it is that you really enjoy doing?
What is really important to you at this point in your life?
Where do you want to go from here?
Take your firing as an opportunity to re-evaluate your career path and priorities.
This is your time to choose what you really want.
#3.
Manage Your Finances If you haven’t been paying attention to
your daily spending before it is a right time to do it.
Be aware of how much you spend and see where you can cut back, at least temporarily.
Avoiding major purchases or postponing your vacations might be necessary, unless you are
unemployed for only a short time.
In any case it is good to do some financial planning, so you don’t have to settle for
a job you don’t want, simply because you HAVE to accept it or you run out of money.
#4.
Brush Up Your Resume and Get Your Interview Outfit ready.
After a notice about your termination, it’s never too early to start updating your resume
with the details from your most recent job and skills you obtained during it.
If it has been a while since you last updated your resume, you might want to consider to
build a brand new one.
Check out my video on Resume Writing Tips through the card on your screen.
Also expect to start having job interviews soon.
Which means that interview preparation also includes dressing appropriately for the job
and company you’re interviewing with.
Take some time to get your interview outfits ready!
#5.
Start networking Networking isn’t just connecting on LinkedIn.
Make sure you get out of your home and stay engaged with people.
Force yourself to a face to face networking, it will increase your chances of getting a
lead on a good job.
It will also help you to stay motivated.
Whether it is getting together with a friend for a lunch or meeting up with a former colleague
for a cup of coffee.
Everything helps.
#6.
Formulate the answer you’ll be giving to a future employer:
There is no denying that “Why did you leave your previous job?”
question always comes up during an interview.
So you have to formulate an honest but a professional response and practice it a lot.
A few points on how to do it: Keep it short.
If the firing didn’t have anything to do with you and was a wider company move, let
it out.
Don’t come across bitter and negative about being fired.
Put a positive spin on it wherever you can.
Mention that the role and the company were not a right fit for you anymore.
That’s why you are excited about this new position, it suits so much more to your skills
and experience.
And just as I promised here come the DON’Ts.
If you got fired: #1.
Don't hide The first thing we want to do after getting
fired is to HIDE.
Hiding at home watching Netflix non-stop could work for a day or two but don't drown yourself
in pity.
Get up and live!
Losing a job is painful, your reaction to avoid interacting with others is only natural.
It is your way to cope with the emotional roller coaster, but DON’T don't let it overwhelm
you.
- Look for motivation and inspiration.
Remember about everything you always wanted to do if only you had the time!
So go ahead and do it!
- Ask for help from friends and family.
Maintain contact with people who support you, now even more than ever.
#2.
Don’t feel ashamed.
All the negativity is just in your head, if you accept it and stop caring, no one else
will.
Feeling ashamed or less valuable is only damaging and hurting you.
#3.
Don’t lose faith in yourself.
Remember it’s only one person’s decision, adopt a survivor mindset.
Job loss does NOT define who you are.
Be KIND to yourself.
We are human beings and it can easily happen to anyone.
Your job search might take longer than you want.
Take care of yourself more than you have ever done before.
Maintain a healthy balance of eating well, getting enough sleep and exercising your.
Self-care will ensure you make it to your next project sooner than later.
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