A major concern of those who have been laid off is finding new work. For some, finding a new job in order to pay the mortgage, groceries, and other expenses is necessary within a few weeks or months. For others, they may find that they have nearly a year before they need to be re-employed. When thinking about your next job, that's the first question to ask, "When do I need to be re-employed?".
When you need a job soon (a few weeks to a few months)
When you need to be re-employed shortly (within a few months), your best course of action is to focus your energy on finding work similar to what you have been doing already or have done in the past. In today's job market, it may take extra time to find work that is suitable. It is not uncommon to be job-hunting for two to 9 months.
Do You Know What Job(s) You Want?
What Do You Bring to the Workplace?The Best Search Strategies
What Job/Careers Call for the Skill, Talents, and Experience You Have?
Do You Know Enough about the Job(s) You Want?
Check Job Center Listings
Finding Out More About Jobs that Are Already Posted
Contact the Hiring AuthorityFinding Out More About Departments
Talk to an HR Pro
Connect with Employees Within the Department
Visit Departmental Home PagesGet the Scoop (Use the Inside Scoop)
Talk to an HR Pro
Connect with Employees Within the Department
Writing Resumes and Curriculum Vitae (CVs)
Writing Effective ResumesWriting a Cover Letter
Writing Effective CVs
Following Up on an Application/Job Requisition. . . . Yes, You Should!
What Candidates Should Know About the Search Process and TimelinesPreparing for An Interview
When to Follow Up If You Have Not Heard Anything Past Predicted Time Lines
What to Do if Your Attempts to Contact Hiring Authorities Fail
Thank You Notes
When you have the time to consider a new career (over 6 months)
Managing in Times of Change, Employee Assistance Program articles
How to Behave During Periods of Change
Change and Loss
How Reorganizations Affect the Survivors
Coping Strategies for Dealing with Change
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