Upsizing In A Downsizing World

Download or read book Upsizing in a Downsizing World written by Jeannette Chau and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2011-12-05 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sudden job loss can be difficult and stressfulto both the person let go and his or her family as well. In Upsizing in a Downsizing World, author Jeannette Chau describes her personal journey from job loss to employment, providing useful job search advice she learned along the way. Upsizing in a Downsizing World follows the entire process, from the moment of downsizing to landing a job again. Chau describes her experiences and discusses the important lessons she learned, including telling family; handling the job loss emotionally; dealing with finances; putting out a resume; utilizing networking; creating a personal brand; employing social media; learning the art of interviewing; changing careers; going back to school; maintaining perseverance. Chau provides a thoughtful look at the many tools, choices, and opportunities available to one after experiencing job loss, and she gives encouragement and empathy to those who face the same situation.