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Resources for Separated
Extension Employees


Table of Contents

Adapted from materials produced by Barbara Krantz Taylor.

Emotional Realities of Lay-offs and Non-renewals

Getting the Facts

Resources for Coping with Job Loss

Finding New Work--What You Can Do
Do You Know What Job(s) You Want?
What Do You Bring to the Workplace?
Learn Which Jobs/Careers Call for These Skills and Talents (There May Be Several!)
Do You Know Enough about the Job(s) You Want?
The Best Job Search Strategies

Check Job Center Listings

Finding Out More About Jobs that Are Already Posted
Contact the Hiring Authority
Talk to an HR Pro
Connect with Employees Within the Department
Finding Out More About Departments
Visit Departmental Home Pages
Talk to an HR Pro
Connect with Employees Within the Department
Get the Scoop (Use the Inside Scoop)

Writing Resumes and Curriculum Vitae (CVs)
Writing Effective Resumes
Writing Effective CVs
Writing a Cover Letter

Following Up on an Application/Job Requisition. . . . Yes, You Should!
What Candidates Should Know About the Search Process and Timelines
When to Follow Up If You Have Not Heard Anything Past Predicted Timelines
What to Do if Your Attempts to Contact Hiring Authorities Fail
Preparing for An Interview

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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