tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6525334973892331389.post7999010162564260467..comments2023-06-12T11:50:19.679-04:00Comments on not the jet set: How To: Survive LayoffsMichaelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05449100145223553747noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6525334973892331389.post-68287494962388579142009-01-24T22:58:00.001-05:002009-01-24T22:58:00.001-05:00The key is to survive the layoff by keeping the im...The key is to survive the layoff by keeping the impact as low as possible. I have been through at least 3 layoff in my 20 year career and personally I feel that it the best way to ride this wave is to be prepared for the extreme . I firmly believe in the Murphy ’s Law especially the 3rd one, " Whatever can go wrong will go wrong, and at the worst possible time, in the worst possible way”<br /> <br />if any one interested in a no-nonsense game of “layoff survival” check out http://www.crootpad.com , a fun way to see different options to survive layoff.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6525334973892331389.post-35047340392238993342008-11-05T19:50:00.000-05:002008-11-05T19:50:00.000-05:00LAL - I agree with you, I think.... maybe. Our pl...LAL - I agree with you, I think.... maybe. Our plan doesn't change with the economy, the wind, the Dow. Frugality is a way of life and the down economy really has had little affect on us. <BR/><BR/>During this time, it is very important to keep your job since there are so few jobs available. How you do that... well, is debatable. Taking on more projects, also means taking on more risk. You are more likely to drop the ball if you are the only one carrying it. Also, spending more time at work can be read differently - "Is he getting more done, or just inefficient?" <BR/><BR/>Rather, I'd recommend refocusing yourself. Make sure your priorities are in line with your boss's and the company's. Also, while I hate office politics, it's a good time to be seen getting into work on-time or early. Do the little things - get your paper work done and done well, do the little things. It's a good time to make your accomplishment's known. It's a very good time to ask, "what can <B>I</B> do?" Most importantly, keep a good attitude. It makes a difference.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6525334973892331389.post-4615694808025062502008-11-04T20:12:00.000-05:002008-11-04T20:12:00.000-05:00I've always said during a recession, the idea isn'...I've always said during a recession, the idea isn't frugality. NO. It's keeping your JOB! You need income, because expenses do not necessarily go down.<BR/><BR/>You should not panic, but rather focus on doing the best job you can. Work harder, longer, take on more projects. The more valuable you are, the better you look. <BR/><BR/>Income is always more important than spending. You can't spend what you don't have.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6525334973892331389.post-57486881495894508142008-11-03T10:11:00.000-05:002008-11-03T10:11:00.000-05:00That old saying that when a door closes a window o...That old saying that when a door closes a window opens really is true. It's nice to hear from the voice of experience.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6525334973892331389.post-78059040685561661422008-10-29T18:01:00.000-04:002008-10-29T18:01:00.000-04:00Nothing can fully prepare you, but at least you kn...Nothing can fully prepare you, but at least you know it is coming. I was blind-sided with mine years ago - no warning, no nothing. Make a list of what you want from your desk, and go.<BR/><BR/>Take advantage of the time you have.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6525334973892331389.post-58229902004268430832008-10-29T14:21:00.000-04:002008-10-29T14:21:00.000-04:00Thank you for this entry! I'm facing a layoff Dec...Thank you for this entry! I'm facing a layoff December 23rd and appreciate hearing how other people have survived and thrived through changes like this. It's hard not to feel like you're a failure when something like this happens so thanks for focusing on what I CAN do.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com