No Man is an Island

In the tough times the nation's economy is facing, things do not look too optimistic. Though in February, consumer spending increased and first time unemployment dipped slightly. Hopefully this is a sign that we are reaching the bottom. One can only hope.
Layoffs have been common across all sectors of the economy and regions of the country. Large percentages of workforces have been released. One of our sister companies has faced that situation. When on the wrong end of a layoff, remember you are not the only one, and it has nothing to do with performance. Layoffs are from a bad business environment, being fired is fora specific reason.
As part of a growing number, do not dwell on it, and bottle up feelings, stress or anxiety. Support groups abound where sharing experiences is the norm. On the news last night was a story on a dismissed employee that started a support group for herself and others that had been laid off from the same company. Most local unemployment office offer access to sponsored groups and there is always Google.
With the shift in the United States economy from manufacturing to service, maybe a reassessment of career goals is in order. Additional training in a new field, or pursuing a dream career. Re-inventing one's self can lead to new opportunities. Check out job.travel for a position in the travel and hospitality industry. There is an abundance of positions from entry level to management across the country.