How to handle redundancy

How to handle redundancy

Every person facing redundancy thinks ‘why me?’
It’s not your fault, it’s a symptom of this awful economic climate. You may feel low and uncertain, stressed beyond belief, angry and hurt. These are normal reactions and you need to allow yourself a little time to accept what has happened to you.

There are plenty of online resources so that you can check your redundancy has been handled in the correct way. And now you have to take steps to minimise the impact this may have on your life.

Firstly, don’t panic
Get your finances in order by making a list of your outgoings and if there are bills you just can’t manage whilst you are out of work, contact your lenders and explain your circumstances, asking for reduced payments. Don’t be proud - find out what benefits you may be entitled to until you get your next job.

Positive action plan
• Don’t burn your bridges with your previous employers, you never know what will happen in the future
• It’s a tough market so give yourself the best chance and get your CV up to date - http://www.hotjobsinhospitality.com/making-a-cv.cms.asp
• Use online recruitment and apply to all the jobs you are suitable for
• Choose wisely where you send your CV and not to every job advertised - if you don’t have the relevant background, your CV will just go in someone’s bin and your time should be spent searching for roles you can do and want to do.
• Update your skills – this may be the ideal time to take a course which will enhance your career
• Look at re-training / cross training where you can use your knowledge in a new or related industry
• Keep busy – consider doing some voluntary work whilst you are looking for a new job