JOB LOSS CAN MEAN MASSIVE TRAUMA. WHATS THE FIRST STEP TO RECOVERY?
Yes, job loss is one of life’s most traumatic experiences. How you react to it will make or break your search for new employment. Many people go through the stages of grief after losing a job that people experience following the loss of a loved one. The stages are: • shock and denial • fear and anxiety • anger • bargaining • depression • acceptance and closure Job-loss also damages self-esteem and confidence and produces feelings of loss of control. During my years as an executive search consultant, I noticed that job seekers tended to overlook their emotional and mental states and prepare only physically, i.e. develop resumes and interview skills. Those who ignored feelings of anger or fear related to their job loss unconsciously sabotaged themselves by taking these emotions into the interview setting. So the first step to recovery is to be honest with yourself about what you are feeling and, if needed, to employ a healing process to reach closure before you begin setting up interview
