Your #Career : 14 things to Do as Soon you Realize you’re About to be Fired…Most People are Shocked when they Hear the Words “You’re Fired” Come Out of their Boss’s Mouth. They’re Blindsided by the News Because They didn’t Have their Eyes Open — or Perhaps they Just Chose to Ignore the Signs.
But the savviest professionals always keep an eye out for the classic signs that their job is in danger. This way, if and when they notice red flags popping up, they can attempt to turn the tides before it’s too late, says Lynn Taylor, a national workplace expert and the author of “Tame Your Terrible Office Tyrant: How to Manage Childish Boss Behavior and Thrive in Your Job.”
Don’t panic.
Here’s what to do as soon as you realize you’re about to get the boot. These tips may not save you from getting fired — but they just might help:
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Get stronger (mentally and physically).
View this challenge as a time to gain a stronger physical and mental mindset, says Taylor.
“Sometimes facing obstacles can be the moment of a complete turnaround and catapult you to a new level of success. It may or may not be at this company, but you can give it your best shot by being on the top of your game.
“Make sure you’re working out, eating right, and getting enough sleep. You want to produce solid results and make wise decisions, so give yourself the best odds.”
Document everything.
Keeping an electronic file of your work and correspondence is a good policy regardless of your status at your job, says Taylor. “It can come in handy if you have a boss with no legitimate reason to fire you,” she explains. “Also keep kudos that have accumulated from managers, clients, colleagues, business associates, and vendors. You will be well-prepared should you need to refute a poor evaluation.”
Robert Dilenschneider, author of “50 Plus!: Critical Career Decisions for the Rest of Your Life,” agrees. “I would advise you to document everything. Often a company wants to push someone out rather than fire them and have to pay severance or unemployment benefits. If you have a contract that stipulates what you will receive if you are fired, tough it out and don’t quit.”
Stay visible.
“Contrary to what some may think, if you feel your job is at risk, you won’t want to fade from view,” says Taylor. Rather than trying to fly under the radar, do whatever you can to stay visible and active at your company.
“Volunteer for projects, help others, make visits, and stay aware,” she says. “Externally, become active on LinkedIn and in the business community — and consider blogging for online industry publications.”
Never assume you are safe.
Even if you take all these steps, don’t assume you’re safe.
“Make sure your résumé is up to date,” suggests Kerr. “Take advantage of training opportunities that might still be available that would help bolster your chances of getting a new job if the worst comes to pass.
“Plan your finances; consider the range of options available to you and talk to your spouse so it doesn’t come as a complete shock if and when a layoff happens.”
And, he says, embrace the notion that many of the most successful people on the planet were once fired from their jobs. Maintain the perspective that this can mean a whole new and exciting chapter for you and use it as motivation to move on to something bigger and better and even to pursue a dream you’ve previously sidelined.”
Businessinsider.com | March 23, 2016 | Jacquelyn Smith