Redundancy can produce
a SAD reaction and many
people experience this sort of cycle :
S --
Shock: Denial that a problem exists, random non-directed action of the
headless chicken variety, physical and mental anguish.
A -- Anger:
How dare they do this to me?
D -- Depression: Bitterness sets in,
problems seem totally insurmountable and inactivity and lethargy raise their
ugly heads.
The feelings these reactions generate need
to be channelled into regaining control of the situation.
For many reasons It makes sense to
develop a thoughtful, positive response in terms of both action and
attitude.
One perspective is to take PROMPT action:
P -- Plan your approach to the job
market or next phase of your life
R --
Review where you are and where you want to get to. Gather lots of
information and ideas.Decide on the direction in which to
travel.
O -- Organise
your time and effort. Keep a log of your activities: write things down:
don't rely on memory: establish a routine. Enjoy the journey.
M -- Market yourself. An essential element
of a job search or other propositions is the implementation of a well thought
out marketing strategy
P --
Prepare for interviews/network discussions . For interviews analyse
what they are looking for and match the answers to the value you can create in
line with their needs. For network discussions be clear about desied outcomes
for each meeting and aim to move your thinking and actions forward after each
meeting.
T -- Talk,Talk,Talk to
other people. Gain new views and perspectives. These activity concepts only work
if you seek advice and guidance from others: this is perhaps the most critical
element.
Secondly, you need a PROMPT attitude:
P -- Positive mental attitude is
critical. Don't look for sympathy: it's easy to find but it's not what you want
and it rarely enables you to move forward.
R -- Realistic assessment of the problems
and professional advice as to the solutions available are vital.
O -- Optimism is essential. Recognise that
pessimists rarely succeed: it isn't how many times they knock you down it's the
number of times you get up that counts.
M -- Motivate yourself by concentrating on
activity rather than on reflective self pity and remember that time and time
again "Action Cures
Fear."
P --
Professionalism has to be your watchword in everything you
do.
T -- Tenacious persistence and
relentless pursuit of your future always pays dividends. Don't give up and,
critically, never take rejection personally.
To get a new position or market your
services you must sell yourself.
You need to know
the market you are addressing, the needs of that market and above all you need
to know your product (you), inside out, upside down and back to front and then
you need to know how to deliver it in an acceptable
package.
Guiding Light perspective:
Treat the problems as an opportunity. Concentrate on where you want to be, not on where you are now .