Not so Merry. I’ve been downsized, what should I do?

As the year winds down, several businesses are letting workers go. Restructuring, fiscal downturns, a change in strategy—the reasons vary. Rarely is it personal, but at this time of year, it can be an especially difficult blow. My sister, a 50-year-old fundraiser, is going through this right now. When she shared the news and asked for advice, this is what I recommended: –          Acknowledge the emotional aspects. Losing a job ranks among the top five life stressors, and to move ahead successfully, you’ll need to process the disappointment. Saying, “It doesn’t bother me,” is usually a...

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