4 ways to survive -- then thrive -- after a job loss

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"In 2005, she told the New York Times that she still considered herself 'a chorus dancer who went through the whole race,' which gave her the foundation to be able to tackle any role that came her way," Cudd writes. Full Story: [Fast Company (tiered subscription model)]( (1/31) [LinkedIn]( [X]( [Facebook]( [Email]( [] Put it into practice: Rivera spent much of her career [mentoring up-and-coming performers]( and was under no illusion that she would last forever on the stage, Cudd writes. "Every moment could be the one when you drop dead, and every day is the first day of the rest of your life," Rivera told HBR. Discover how AI will change your workplace and workforce [Join us March 4-6]( at the Microsoft Silicon Valley Campus in Mountain View, Calif. for a program tailored specifically for C-suite executives, senior HR professionals and future-thinking business leaders, and find out how your peers are preparing for this transformational change in how, when and where we work. [Register to Attend »]( ADVERTISEMENT: [] SmartBrief on Leadership [] [4 ways to survive -- then thrive -- after a job loss]( [4 ways to survive -- then thrive -- after a job loss]( (RUNSTUDIO/Getty Images) Losing your job -- whether in a layoff or otherwise -- can be a shock to the system, writes management consultant Marc Cugnon, who recommends not spending all your free time job hunting, being careful to not take out your frustrations on those around you and instead being open to others who may offer suggestions and networking possibilities. "I learned that no connection is bad when you're hunting for a fulfilling role, and sometimes, the best ones aren't what you anticipated," Cugnon notes. Full Story: [SmartBrief/Leadership]( (1/31) [LinkedIn]( [X]( [Facebook]( [Email]( [] Put it into practice: [It's easy to be discouraged after a job loss](, Cugnon writes, but it also offers an opportunity "to pause, recalibrate and determine what you truly want for the future (as hard as it might be)." "While the introspection necessary to uncover the correct next step can be anxiety-inducing, it will also serve you well in landing somewhere that feels like home."   [] Smarter Communication [] [When a crisis hits, your employees want to hear from you]( Employees and other stakeholders want to hear from executives -- including board directors -- on important issues that may affect them directly, which means a crisis communication plan should be in place and each issue evaluated for relevance and how speaking out will affect a company's reputation and relationships, writes David Grossman. 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Our commitment to cutting through the noise to provide you with the helpful, informative, trustworthy content you need. [Check out the site to learn more.]( And reach out anytime by clicking the feedback link at the bottom of this newsletter to let us know what you want out of your SmartBrief experience! [LinkedIn]( [X]( [Facebook]( [Email]( [] About The Editor [] Candace Chellew Candace Chellew Chellew It's never easy to survive a job loss, whether it's through layoffs or other means. The feelings of shock, despair and panic are real and should be honored. Then, [as Marc Cugnon writes, we must pick ourselves up and start again](. If you have the luxury, this could be a time to change your career direction and start something new. If you don't have that luxury, Cugnon still recommends doing constructive things with your time other than endlessly shooting off resumes into the ether. Spending your time networking and, as Cugnon notes, accepting help from unexpected places may be just what's needed to open up new opportunities. How have you coped with and recovered from a job loss? [Tell me about it](mailto:candace.chellew@futurenet.com). If this newsletter helps you, please tell your colleagues, friends or anyone who can benefit. Forward them this email, or [send this link](. What topics do you see in your daily work that I should know about? Do you have praise? Criticism? [Drop me a note](mailto:candace.chellew@futurenet.com). And don't forget to send me photos of your pets, your office and where you spend your time off. [LinkedIn]( [X]( [Facebook]( [Email]( Sharing SmartBrief on Leadership with your network keeps the quality of content high and these newsletters free. 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