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How To Earn An Income After A Job Loss
The Transition to Snap Back Into the Workforce 2012
After losing a job can be devastating or a blessing in
disguise. What do you think?
The rise and fall of the economy stop the unemployed in
their tracks to move forward.
Many people did not know what to do and where to go. If you
lose your job, what will you do?
Screaming to the top of your lungs and ranting that you
can’t believe this is happening will not be the answer but sitting down and
writing out a job loss plan is essential.
It seems this is proving your best judgment and analysis on
earning an income.
Re-entering the workforce can be a hit and miss ordeal
without structure.
Should we ask our family, friends, and associates? Sure, why
not? They only can say yay or nay. Have you notice people quickly telling you
to get a job, easier said than done, people do forget how hard it can be looking
for a job if you already have one.
According to reports there are 13 million unemployed workers
in America.
There is a 10% unemployment rate in Washington, D.C.; this
is a very high rate that needs to be addressed immediately.
Where to start seeking a Job? Wouldn’t it be nice if we can
get paid an hour according to our age, just a thought. The steps to take in
finding a job are first to see if you want a new career and new skills.
Temporary Agencies is in the top three in searching for a quick income. They
offer direct hire options but prefer you to start with temporary status.
Contracting yourself to temporary agencies can rejuvenate
your livelihood. Look in the phone book and search online at www.superpages.com.
As a result of temping you can land a permanent position
through a high quality company.
On the other hand, another way to get work is to freelance
as an Independent Contractor.
Show your expertise with your skills, knowledge and ability
to be proven by finding solutions for businesses and sole proprietors.
Currently, using job search engines to contact companies
directly on the internet such as
Consequently, the hiring process is slowing down due to the
slow economy; businesses are not earning substantial earnings to hire
full-time. However, there are non-profit organizations for Washingtonians that
offer job assistance and interviewing workshops.
Marshall Heights Community Development Organization is one
of the most important means of having an alternative source in many resources
for job seekers. Marshall Heights have a proven track record in helping
hundreds unemployed find jobs. Visit their website for details www.mhcdo.org .
The government is going green by going paperless job
notices. Now you must register online at www.dc.gov
and attend a required orientation that takes an hour out of your life by
attending one of the One Stop Career Centers through out the city. Then you may
request for a job counselor. Also, searching government jobs on www.dcjobs.com there motto is Live here. Work
here. The outcome of searching for a job in DC is joining
www.dcnetworks.org
and residents in Maryland and Virginia can also at DC Networks. http://onecityonehire.org only for Washington, DC residents.
