I am worried about losing my job, what can I do?
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Anonymous
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Dec 30, 2017
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You could try finding out why you are worried - did anything happen? Did you make a mistake? Is it selfdoubt without a specific reason?
Maybe talking with a friend or a collegue could help you
Anonymous
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Jan 7, 2018
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List all the things down that makes you think this is possible. Start ticking off the list one by one when you find an answer. If you are worried take steps towards more certainty
CaptainObviouslyOblivious
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Feb 16, 2018
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Please remember that fears are irrational. It's easy to worry, but you're spending the time you could be figuring out a plan B while panicking about problem A. You can handle anything, and if you feel like you might be in remiss to lose your position, come into work, do your best, have a good word for everyone and set up a backup plan (I.E. New potential employer) to fall back on. Never let yourself defeated- the fat lady never sings in this case for you.
You've got this.
Rebelflame75
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Mar 1, 2018
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If the job loss is in the future. Start setting aside emergency money now. Prepare. Look around for other job options.. Embrace the adventure
RumpleSteeleSkin
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Mar 4, 2018
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I am sorry to hear that you might be losing your job. Maybe when you have the time and your boss does, both of you can sit down and you can share how you are feeling and thinking. Then you can get clear answers from your boss and you will worry less or none at all. I do hope the best for you.
blissfulApricot
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Mar 8, 2018
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Prepare your safety nets. That could be applying for other jobs, doing some evening training to widen your skillset, or attending meetups to build your professional network. Reach out to people you know in your industry and see what else is out there and mention that you might be looking at new opportunities if they come up. Most importantly talk to your line manager and let them know this is a concern and ask for their advice. All angles combined allow you to take control and manage the stressful situation.
AnnaB1
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Mar 22, 2018
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Make sure that there is always backup. Do a bit of research see what may be available for you. But keep working hard at your current job - that is very important!
Gimel
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Mar 28, 2018
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Imagine the worst-case scenario. What would be your options? Do you have friends or family who would support you for a time? Would it be possible to get an unemployment support for a couple of months? What sources would you use to seek a new job successfully? Try and prepare some of the back doors and write down your options. If the situation escalates, you will already have some steps made to better transition through a difficult time. This, at the same time, gives you the necessary peace of mind at your current position.
Rubyzoisite
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Mar 30, 2018
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You can help minimize your feelings of being worried by going to your job on time, keeping your phone off of you and off the floor when you are working, being respectful to customers and your coworkers and managers, giving adequate warning when you need time off.
You can't control what your employers choose to do but you can control what you do and if you are consistently a good worker your feelings about being worried about losing your job will reduce
Anonymous
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Apr 18, 2018
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I think you should go and talk to your boss and ask him/her how you can improve in the job you are doing. Get feedbacka nd work on it. :)
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