{"id":47,"date":"2009-01-31T11:34:00","date_gmt":"2009-01-31T16:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/philvelez.com\/blog\/?p=47"},"modified":"2009-01-31T11:34:00","modified_gmt":"2009-01-31T16:34:00","slug":"what-if-you-lose-your-job","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/philvelez.com\/blog\/?p=47","title":{"rendered":"What If You Lose Your Job?"},"content":{"rendered":"

In today\u2019s economy<\/a> thousands of people are losing their jobs<\/a> every day. It\u2019s a scary time and those of us with jobs should do what we can to stay employed. However, no matter what we do, unfortunately some of us will lose<\/a> our jobs. This experience can be devastating<\/a>, however it can also be an opportunity<\/a> in disguise. An unemployment period can be a time to re-invent oneself. If you lose your job, use the unstructured time to find your passion<\/a>, as well as your next job<\/a>. There are a great deal of resources<\/a> available online. Keep the faith no matter what happens. <\/p>\n

Even if you have a job, it may be a good idea to save your 2008 tax refund and hold on to vacation days in the event you may need the cash later. Work and maintain your networking<\/a> sources. What ever happens, keep a positive outlook. Our weak economic time will get better. For now, find ways to cut expenses<\/a>. Begin researching what you would do if you did lose your job. Find ways to become more of an asset<\/a> in your present position. No matter what, everything happens for a reason and you can find the silver lining in any situation if you look close enough.<\/p>\n