The Reality of Layoffs

The Reality of Layoffs (continued)

They went to Washington

and said “Show us the money” and we will put our act back together. So the

“Almighty-One” and his 100 disciples pulled together a few bucks to reignite the car business…and here we

are today still broke and our kids, their kids and their kids and their kids will be in hock for the few trillion

bucks no-one can account to what happened to it, for years and years….does anyone have an aspirin I think

I am getting sick.


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Bill has held positions such as Marketing Consultant, VP of
Marketing Development and National Director of Business
Relations. He specializes in customer communication at every
opportunity to improve customer satisfaction, customer
retention and profitability in the service and sales departments.
Bill also does Marketing for AutoPro Training Solutions.

"Most everyone has to deal with unemployment or underemployment one or more times in their life” according to job
hunting experts. The ability to cope with new feelings like low self-esteem and maintaining your self-respect, can
positively affect the outcomes of your job search. I have been there myself and as I have found one needs to know
how to manage these reactions to job loss in order to get past them and begin moving in a new direction. Let me go
through a few thoughts that can give you some insight to the situation.

First: Seek Support from Family, Friends, and Past Co-Workers During Unemployment

Request assistance where needed and accept support when it is offered. Other people can be a huge

asset when looking for work.

Put the word out for job leads, including asking others to keep alert for opportunities. Perhaps an

acquaintance will know of an opening where they work.

When necessary, vent frustrations with close friends and family who will be supportive and encouraging.
Call me…really…. I always have a good ear and maybe I can be of some help.

Second: Preserve Self-Esteem “After-Layoff” or Losing a Job

Reflect on past positive achievements and accomplishments.
Maintain a list of personal strengths and assets.
Be sure to take time for rest and renewal to keep stress in control.
Ask supportive people for uplifting input and support during the job search.
Start putting together a current resume, if you need help call or email me.

Third: Deal with Unemployment Financial Problems or Issues

Now comes the hard part, planning for the long-haul. Returning to employment may take some time so you

immediately need to evaluate expenditures, bills, and financial accounts for strengths and weaknesses
You need to make decisions about the budget.

It is obvious If needed, cut back spending on excesses, luxuries, and other non-essentials. Cancel any

unnecessary memberships or optional services.

In critical situations, speak to creditors right away to set up payment plans or locate programs in order to

protect your credit standing. Many organizations today check personal credit as part of the job application
process.

If appropriate, look into social programs such as unemployment insurance, workers compensation, food

assistance, or as relate to the situation. There may be government or community agencies that can be of
help.

Be careful about using credit to survive. Credit card bills can add up quickly. I can tell you real stories here.

Over the past few months I have personally have lost several major clients over this mess and I also have been with
dealers ready to pull the plug. Now the reality is spreading that there will be half the GM Dealers are to be closed,
Chrysler has not settled up as yet, they are still waiting for an audience with the almighty-one. Based on these current
events we are facing huge layoffs and many dealer personal out of jobs.

I have decided to offer what little I can offer to maybe ease the pain a bit…and second sharing my reflection on
making an employment change and introducing a process that could serve to assist with assisting with locating future
employment.

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Fourth: Tips to Stay Upbeat During Job Searching

Maintain a regular schedule and daily routine. Keeping "office hours" will help

maintain a feeling of control and be personally empowering.

Don't underestimate the strain a job change can take on your body and well

being. It is valuable to get quality rest and exercise and eat a healthy diet.
When possible, take the weekends off and have some fun.

Try to remain positive.

Being turned down for a

job at Montgomery Ward was one of many setbacks which moved

Ronald Reagan

onto a path that eventually led to his becoming president of the United States of America. He wrote, in his book

American Life: The Autobiography, "I've often wondered at how lives are shaped by what seem like small and

inconsequential events, how an apparently random turn in the road can lead you a long way from where you

intended to go -- and a long way from wherever you expected to go."

For more information on aspects of unemployment, looking for work, job searching, and career advice, consider

these online resources: Monster.com and Yahoo Careers

Fifth: Check-Out Loyalty Umbrella.com

Based on current auto industry conditions and to assist members in the auto business I have created a career section
on my Web-site where you can place your Resume with no-charge, for those still employed that means it’s free. After
you log-in you will have the opportunity to visit over 20 employment sights at no charge. When you visit the “Job-Bank”
area on www.loyaltyumbrella.com there are many articles and ideas to help with assisting your reemployment. Should
you need assistance or have any employment thoughts just email me at bill@loyaltyumbrella.com and I will do what I
can to assist.

Thanks and good luck through these tough times.