Here's how you can navigate a layoff with self-confidence.

Pensamento positivo e auto conhecimento ajudam muito nesse momento em que você está fora do mercado. É muito desafiador se manter positivo durante um período em que esta buscando realocação e para isso, sugiro algumas dicas: 1) Mantenha-se focado nos objetivos de vida e carreira que te prendem 2) Lembre-se sempre dos seus valores e o que te move 3) Entenda que faz parte do processo e são ciclos da nossa vida. Algumas portas se fecham e outras se abrem (sempre para melhor) 4) Ocupe a cabeça com informações relevantes e fuja de pessoas pessimistas Em algum momento, as coisas se reorganizam

It is easy said than done to tell someone to stay positive when one gets layoff. It is ok not to be ok, it is ok not to be positive initially. Give yourself time and space to digest the news, to deal with the stress and negative emotions. Take time to remember the past achievements and recall what you have done well. Disallow yourself to wallow in the pit for too long, rebounding back is crucial. Learn to self-encourage and love yourself through activities and meeting people who love and care for you. You will then find new strengths and new hope. This positivity will change your perspective and change your life.

Networking sounds like a dirty word. Some perceived it as agenda based or with an objective. But the reality is we all have connections, community and relationships. Don’t wait for a layoff, or a situation to happen then build these relationships. Start early to make a deposit in emotional bank account. The truth is networking is a skill that needs to be learnt and is impactful and limitless. One could attend alumni, join a club of common interest or a workshop with the mindset to learn, be curious and grow. Be prepared with topics to discuss or questions to ask. Be a giver not a taker. Build relationships not a contact list. It will go a long way.

Totally. It’s important to know your rights. Request or keep documents that reflect your total compensation, skills or training and testimonial that may help you land the next role. If appropriate, ask to connect with search services, career advisors or re-training.

Unexpected layoff always hit the ego and self-esteem. It drives people to the rock bottom. Instead of jumping right into learning new skills or upgrading, please take time to discover self. Understand and know yourself, what motivates you and find your strengths and significance. If resources allow, talk to a career coach or counselor to find out more options and opportunities. It’s also never too late to learn or grow your skills, and always sharpen your saw. Staying abreast with trends, updates and changes will prepare you for the next career opportunity and interview.

Three steps that pay dividends: (1) Prepare for the possible worst case scenario - put a plan in place to deal with your biggest, realistic fear. Facing your fears and planning how to deal with them will stop them looming as an unidentified, unmanageable threat and put you back in control instead. (2) Focus on your ideal next career step - what knowledge and skills will you need to secure this? What gaps do you need to close? How can you do this? This will give you focus and purpose. (3) Get your CV updated and get it out to recruiters and headhunters - tell them what your ideal next step is and ask for their feedback on what you can do to get that role. You need to be actively in the market if you want to be seen.