This course helps you handle the critical period following job loss with confidence and clarity. It offers practical strategies to manage emotions, set financial priorities, and rebuild your professional path.

Through a mix of reading modules and videos, you will learn how to organize your job search, explore new career opportunities, strengthen your network, and stay motivated during challenging times. Whether you are looking to return to your field or pivot to something new, this course gives you the tools and structure to move forward with a clear plan and renewed focus.

Topics Include:

• Effectively Manage Emotional and Financial Fallout
• Develop a Structured Career Recovery Plan
• Enhance Networking and Outreach Confidence
• Sustain Motivation and Career Momentum

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Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Learn how to cope with the emotional impact of a layoff by establishing a structured 30-day recovery routine and setting immediate financial priorities through budgeting and expense reduction.
• Build a targeted job search strategy with measurable goals, track progress effectively, and explore alternative career paths by assessing skills and flexible work opportunities.
• Strengthen professional outreach by using tailored networking techniques, including strategic email and LinkedIn communication, while confidently addressing layoff circumstances.
• Stay resilient during prolonged job searches by tracking incremental progress and staying professionally engaged through skill development, part-time roles, and volunteer work.