The days and weeks of watching and worrying have finally come to an end. Your worst fears have been realised – your name is on that dreaded layoff list. In an instant, your occupational status has been altered. You have joined the increasing ranks of the unemployed.

Being laid off can be a traumatic experience. Anxiety about the loss of a steady income, coupled with feelings of rejection and unworthiness can send some newly laid off persons into depression and despair. For others, a job is really more than just a bill-paying source, it helps to define them and give them a sense of purpose.

As with any other negative event in life, the way to survive a job loss is to adjust your attitude and adopt a positive outlook. If you allow the circumstances to overcome you, you will not be able to see the opportunities that exist within every challenge. Despite the situation, you must always keep hope alive that better days will come.

If you have recently lost your job or you fear the advent of the unemployment line, here is a seven-step guide to help you to recover from redundancy: Continue reading Life After Layoffs →