Probably one of the most unpleasant events that can happen to a working person is the dismissal. Especially when it comes unexpectedly, like snow on his head. However, do not despair and take to heart. Perhaps this is the dismissal that will be a breakthrough in your career and will allow you to achieve success. An HR specialist shares secrets on how to survive the dismissal and what to do immediately after it.
Lesson for the future
The modern world is unstable. No one can guarantee you that tomorrow and after 5 or 10 years you will work at the same job. That is why you should have a backup plan in case of dismissal. If this is your first time encountering such a situation, then remember that you must have a “safety cushion”. Consider additional sources of income even when you are again employed.
Awareness and analysis
Now you need to understand the reasons for dismissal. Talk to the boss or recruitment manager what exactly did not suit you in your work. You have the right to know this information; it is not confidential.
If the matter is the lack of knowledge, skills, abilities, then you need to do professional development. Write down your strengths and weaknesses on the leaflet to know what gaps need to be filled. Did you have a diploma for further career advancement? Then go to the university to the correspondence department. Do you have a lack of knowledge or skills? Attend courses, trainings. In any case, you need to correct the current situation, because in the future you may encounter the same problem.
Learn About Compensation
Will you get severance pay? Will you be paid for unused vacation time? Will you be eligible for unemployment benefits? Learn all these aspects to objectively assess your financial situation.
Career plan
Now it's time to think about finding a new job, even if you are still working on the last days. Ask yourself: would you like to go in the same direction? Do you like what you do? Or are you subconsciously happy about the opportunity to get rid of this hated work? Be honest with yourself.
Right now you have a unique chance to drastically change your career and conquer new heights. Think about the possibility of developing your own startup. Objectively evaluate your strengths and weaknesses in order to determine the future direction.
Monitor the job market and see which jobs are currently the most sought after and highly paid. Can you claim them? Can you handle these responsibilities? Think about it and decide in which area you plan to work further.
Saving mode
Now it's time to discuss the financial side of the issue. At the moment, you are deprived of a permanent source of income, so you need to rationally manage the budget. Here are some tips to save you money:
- Start on your own to do the work that you previously paid for. It makes no sense to pay a housekeeper or gardener while you are at home and are in search of a new job.
- Set aside a certain amount of money. May these finances be untouchable. Count on a living wage of three to six months. Such an "airbag" will relieve you of unnecessary stress and give confidence in the future.
- Avoid unnecessary spending and spontaneous purchases. Now is not the best time for unplanned expenses.
- Make a list of necessary purchases in advance. It may seem strange, but now is the time to make stocks of provisions, household goods in order to understand how much money you have in relatively easy access.
While you are in search of a new job, do not give up part-time jobs. You can go freelance or get a part-time job. An additional source of income is now necessary for you. Interviews will probably not take place every day. So why waste time just sitting at a computer or lying on a couch?
Instead of a conclusion
Do not forget to ask for help in finding a job with friends, former colleagues, relatives. The more people are informed, the better. Perhaps it is thanks to this word of mouth that you will find the work of your dreams. Do not lock yourself in and do not isolate yourself from society. Be in public more often, attend all kinds of events. This will allow you to make useful contacts.