US, Georgia if it matters.

I just got laid off. Oof. Am I missing anything? I’ve never been laid off or fired before so it’s all new to me. Just sanity checking myself.

  1. Tomorrow I’m going to write down all my job responsibilities before I forget them. For updating my resume.
  2. Figure out how to file for unemployment.
  3. Figure out what I need for COBRA benefits.
  4. Print and sign my separation agreement.
  5. Ensure I have access to my paystubs.

The obvious thing being to start applying for new jobs lol.

  • jjjalljs@ttrpg.network
    1·
    11 months ago

    Well this is a four month old post. Did you end up okay?

    When I got laid off I made sure to update my LinkedIn. Got some people to write me endorsements.

  • JackbyDev@programming.devOPEnglish
    1·
    11 months ago

    COBRA benefits can last up to something like 18 months. I got confused with my serversnce package. I believed the three months mentioned was all I could use. It was all my company paid for but I can keep paying myself.

  • Kalkaline @lemmy.oneEnglish
    0·
    1 year ago

    Brush up that portfolio/resume. Cancel any and all subscriptions that aren’t absolutely necessary to your well-being. Barebones budget just in case you can’t find work quickly. The hiring process has gotten a day longer across all industries with sometimes as many as 5-6 interviews per candidate before a decision is made.

    • JackbyDev@programming.devOPEnglish
      1·
      1 year ago

      Yeah, I’ve got a good cushion of an emergency fund and investments I can tap into if this somehow takes months but you’re right about cutting back on spending.

      The funny part is my wife was literally leaving a tattoo parlor after a consultation. I called her while she was in the parking lot even. Luckily she was able to get the deposit back.