The First Step

For the past eight years, I have met with thousands of people who have lost their jobs. It can be a very stressful time, depending on the amount of time the person has been out of work.  The pressure builds as the job seeker tries and figure out how they are going to keep a roof over their family's head, how they are going to keep food on the table or keep their car from being repossessed.  While most have resigned themselves to moving forward, it is amazing how many are still stuck, affected by what happened to them. How do you get beyond what happened to you, especially when you have so many responsibilities?  To be honest, there is no simple answer. I can, however,  tell you the quicker you get beyond this point, the sooner you can begin concentrating on what needs to occur next - the need to move on and find another career. In the days and weeks to come, I hope to map out a path forward to help you develop productive habits that will give you a competitive edge. If you are suffering from extreme levels of anxiety, or depression, that is causing you to isolate yourself, please seek out help through counseling. A good start may be sharing your feeling with a family member or a friend, your pastor, or even a therapist.