Want a job? Get back on track

Losing your job can be difficult and discouraging. But the important thing is to stay positive and be confident when you apply for new jobs.

Take action:
Conduct a self-evaluation – consider taking a night course to improve your skills for today's market; boost your self-esteem by getting letters of appreciation and recommendation from recent co-workers and supervisors; make finding a job a full-time job – get out of the house and talk with people; don't just send out your resume – follow up with each potential employer to see what more you can do to increase your chances of getting hired; when you find a position you would like, research the company and customise your application to fit it as closely as possible with what the employer needs; before your job interview, review your successes and skills.