Soon to be Laid Off - I need to get Self Employed?
January 25, 2010 by admin
Filed under Getting Ahead
Maybe you are anticipating that you are to be retrenched, you should take immediate action. Act proactively and positive. These are some of the actions you might do:
* Begin networking with colleagues without delay for an alternative work position.
* Reduce your discretionary expenses.
* Simplify your life.
* Explore different ways of bringing in your income.
* Start an online internet business using affiliate marketing as your basis.
A network of contacts is very often the best way of locating alternative employment. Talking to everyone about what they do, who they know and who they know that might help you. Don’t come across as desperate, but be relaxed and act positively. Promote yourself and your skills.
Cutting monthly expenses should include every one in the family. Putting a positive light on cutting back can make it simpler for children and your spouse. As an example: Stop going to a gym and use a park or a playground as your gym. Jogging in the park might be a time for networking with other people or cementing family relationships.
Growing vegetables of your own in containers or the back yard can reduce expenses. This can also be a wholistic experience of things you eat and how they are grown.
Introducing simplicity into your life can also be a growth experience for all family members. An example could be: to stop any cable TV subscription and entertain each other to entertain the family instead.
Finding other ways of earning an income are generally …
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