Whether it’s 1, 100 or 1000 people laid off in a company it is equally challenging for the remaining survivors.
Survivors suffer in silence because many say,“ just be happy you have a job”. But what people don’t realize is that it can be equally challenging for those left behind. Survivors face:
guilt from seeing others lose their jobs
sadness from losing coworkers, peers and sometimes long standing friends
burn out from assuming an increased workload
fear from never being convinced they aren’t next on the lay off list
“Surviving”, being a survivor, requires not sitting back and waiting to be a victim of your circumstance. Ways to take charge:
Assess your current role:
are there parts you enjoy?
does this time present opportunities to diversify your skills?
could your current role open more doors in the future?
Take a step back and assess what you want to be doing
tasks
roles or functions
the job
next step in your career
Assess your work environment
is your current situation temporary?
will your job return to the one you initially were hired for?
has your role changed for good
Look at the organization
does the culture continue to align with your values?
what direction is the company heading?
how does your role fit with the direction of the organization?
how does this fit with your career aspirations?
If your job no longer fits – know you have options. This might be a good time to regroup a set out on a new course.
Ways to regroup
talk to a professional
re-evaluate skills, strengths, interests and values
re-engage network
update resume
The economy will eventually recover. Don’t be victim of your circumstance – know your options.
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Surviving Being a Survivor
Whether it’s 1, 100 or 1000 people laid off in a company it is equally challenging for the remaining survivors.
Survivors suffer in silence because many say,“ just be happy you have a job”. But what people don’t realize is that it can be equally challenging for those left behind. Survivors face:
“Surviving”, being a survivor, requires not sitting back and waiting to be a victim of your circumstance. Ways to take charge:
Assess your current role:
Take a step back and assess what you want to be doing
Assess your work environment
Look at the organization
If your job no longer fits – know you have options. This might be a good time to regroup a set out on a new course.
Ways to regroup
The economy will eventually recover. Don’t be victim of your circumstance – know your options.