How to Survive Redundancy

Despite the fact most of us can expect to be made redundant at some point in our career, it doesn't make it any easier when it's you in the firing line. These days there is no such thing as a job for life and many organisations are forced to downsize as the country remains in the grip of recession.

Use Your Redundancy to Find a Better Job or Change Career

While it's always a worrying time, it's worth reminding yourself that it's the job that is being made redundant, not you. Your skills and experience remain and many individuals use redundancy as a spring board to find a better job or change career.

Being Made Redundant Can Dent Your Self-Esteem

Knowing all this won't necessarily make it any easier. Being made redundant can put a huge dent in your self-esteem and leave you with the additional worry of how you will pay your mortgage and other living expenses.

The Right Mindset & a Job-Seeking Strategy

The good news is that the right mindset and a job-seeking strategy should bring you one step closer to getting your career back on track. Picking yourself up and moving on is never easy, but the sooner you do it the better.

Talk to Contacts

Don't be afraid to seek advice from colleagues and friends. There is nothing to feel ashamed of, as most people will have experienced redundancy themselves. More importantly, they may be able to suggest job opportunities or recommend you to their contacts.

Consider Re-training

If you've got a redundancy package, or have some savings, consider investing in re-training. You could learn new computer skills or train in something new. Think about what you really want to do and use the extra time to make that dream become a reality.

Rewrite Your CV

Now is the time to really hone that CV and make it stand out. Be honest about your redundancy and try to fill in the time in a positive way by volunteering and learning new skills. Targeted CVs are vital in the current climate, so ensure that yours is tailored for each position that you apply for. For further CV Writing Tips.

Sign Up with Recruitment Agencies

Cast your net wide by looking in the Jobcentre, signing up with agencies and searching the web. Take time to consider your options and don't rush into accepting the first job offer. For Interview Tips, Common Job Interview Questions or Career Advice.

Being made redundant needn't be the end of the world 

Many individuals find the experience can be a catalyst to help them land a better job, re-train in something new or even start their own business.

If you are facing redundancy, try to remain upbeat and remember it could be the start of an exciting new career.

Written by Adam Tachauer of Circle Square 

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