I am worried about losing my job, what can I do?
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Anonymous
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Sep 20, 2020
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That is a totally valid concern, especially right now! It's definitely a scary thing to deal with, so good job trying to think ahead! You could try looking for a new job, while still working at your current job, that way you do lose your job you already have some ideas in place. I usually use Indeed mainly, but there are other sites too. There's also a lot of services provided through unemployment, less right now but there is still some helpful info, that could also help you. Depending on your boss situation, whether they are nice or not, you could always try talking to them but that's not possible for everyone. I know that I wouldn't have been able to talk to my last boss about anything like this, so if you can't that's completely understandable!
Anonymous
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Oct 2, 2020
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Talk with a supervisor about how you can step up your performance and keep your job. Think about how you fit into your role at your place of work and how you can improve within your role. Insecurity in the workplace is common, and almost everyone has experienced this before. However, you can turn to your coworkers for support and suggestions as to how you can maintain your position. Remember to take time to de stress, as being productive at work is easier when your stress levels are lower. Don't worry, talk with someone trustworthy, and you've got this!
Greatlistener87
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Mar 21, 2016
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It is good if you can share this concern with your seniors or boss in the company to be sure that there is something that you really need to worry about or is it just you being paranoid. If it is true and you are going to loose the job get advice from people in the office that you can trust on how to make yourself better so that you can keep the job.
HelpsWithEverythinG
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Apr 26, 2016
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Firstly, why are you worried, what's the reason behind it? Go talk to your manager and see what you can do to make things better.
allnaturalSea39
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Sep 30, 2016
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Talk to your manager or supervisor and clarify the situation. Understand your priorities. Keep a daily log of what you are doing and review it with your manager.
Anonymous
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Oct 5, 2016
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Begin look for new jobs just to have a safety net. Improve your job performance until you are satisfied you're doing the best you can - which is the most you can expect from yourself. Speak with your boss and say something like "I'm just checking in to see how I've been doing lately and if there's anything I can improve on." Other than that, there is nothing you can do to prepare so best to continue working at work and not worrying when you're home: worry at that point will just waste time that you could spend doing anything healthier.
GentleBreeze22
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Oct 10, 2016
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Try to get into the habit of sending out CVs in advance of the issue and try to save some of each paycheck if you can so that you have a safety net. It can also help to have a word with your supervisor asking how they feel you could improve your performance if you haven't already.
Anonymous
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Nov 2, 2016
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Talk to your employer and see if there are any way to put yourself in a more stable position - this way you won't have to worry so much
Anonymous
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Nov 9, 2016
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Reflect on why you're worried about losing your job. Are you worried about losing your job because of personal performance, or because the company is going through a rough patch and sees you as expendable.
If there's something relating to personal performance, give your absolute best. In the end, you will go out knowing you did everything you could.
If the company is downsizing, give your best to prove you're worth keeping.
Or, be proactive and seek out your superior. Ask them if they can give a performance report. You'll show you care about your job, and care to improve on weak areas.
Bonnie1
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Nov 23, 2016
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The first thing I would suggest is to talk to your supervisor. Ask him/her how you can improve your job performance. Usually, they will provide you with constructive criticism. I would also suggest, and this part might be hard, changing your mindset. Focus on positive things as much as you can.
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