What To Do When You Are Laid Off

Dealing with the shock of getting laid off is one of the most stressful things a person will ever have to overcome. It triggers all sorts of emotional issues, as well as practical ones related to what to do next. Dealing with the emotional side is the only way to get over the paralysis that often comes with such bad news. There’s A LOT to do once you are laid off, so you need to be at your best. The first thought for most people is, "Why me?" They often feel that they might have done something to deserve being laid off. This might potentially be true if they haven't been working their best. However, in most cases, a layoff is a purely financial decision on the part of the company, and not something to be taken personally. It often means either the most expensive personnel, and/or people considered to be surplus personnel, are laid off. If you are only one of a small number of people getting laid off, this can be extremely distressing. If you are part of a large number of people who are