Author(s): Kathryn Jackson

Self Improvement

'Downsize', 'Rightsize', 'Smartsize', 'Workforce Reduction', 'Displacement', 'Outplacement','Redundancy', 'Restructuring', 'Layoffs'. No matter what you call it, the end result is the same - the loss of a job. With the world plunged into economic turmoil and uncertainty, New Zealanders are bracing themselves for the fallout. Employers and employees are anxious about predictions of multiple job losses in 2009, and this timely, up-to-the-minute, and practical workbook charts a course through the unknown. In a clearly written style, Kathryn takes the reader through the three main sections of the workbook: Review, Plan, Act. She lists essential resources such as relevant book titles, websites and online tools, and provides guidance on selecting a professional coach, as well as a daily planner template and exercises. The many case studies emphasise her point that the redundancy experience and preferred outcomes are different for every individual. This essential workbook is peppered with helpful charts, worksheets, graphs and diagrams, and is packed with useful information. ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂâ How can I stay positive and productive ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂâ How will I manage my finances ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂâ How can I be organised and effective in my job search ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂâ What is the quickest way to advance my dream careerh ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂâ Should I consider self-employment or a new career directiont ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂâ What does a stand-out CV look likes ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂâ What steps should I take to shine in job interviews ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂIn a tough market you need confidence, support and great ideas to keep your career on track ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂàread this book and you'll have taken the vital first step.ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂàJohn Lees, author of How to Get a Job YouÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂll Love (McGraw-Hill) First published July 2009.