A widow and a job loss
Q: I became a widow several years ago. My husband handled all of the finances. I started a new job about two months ago, and then was just told my job is being eliminated. I am so overwhelmed, and nervous about … Continued
Pattie Hunt Sinacole advises on how to respond to company layoffs
Q: I am worried about my job. My company is reducing staff. I think we are in an industry that is shrinking. Without revealing too much, it is an industry which includes equipment for the home. During the pandemic, we … Continued
Offer rescinded, now what?
Q: I am in between jobs. I left my last job in May and accepted a job starting in June. The company rescinded the offer because of “changing business conditions.” Now I am without a job. I am looking for … Continued
Responding to a written warning
Q: I recently received a written warning, which listed several “areas requiring action and attention” at work. Am I doomed? Should I just pack it up and resign? Do employees ever get a second chance after receiving one of these? … Continued
Understanding options after a job elimination
Q: I have a question and was wondering if someone can help me in answering it. I was recently told that my position was being eliminated at one of the big four accounting firms. I was told that they are … Continued
How to get back in the game after surgery and a job loss
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Job Doc blog – July 5, 2010
Job Doc Blog — Monday, July 5, 2010 Job search after a loss of a loved one