What to Do When You're Suddenly Unemployed

By Miriam Salpeter on Sep. 17, 2008 Comments?

It is a sad state of affairs when previously top-rated and well-respected firms go belly up and leave a slew of dedicated, talented, but unemployed workers in their wake. Read...

To Quit Or Not to Quit ... Part 2

By Erika Mitchell on Aug. 08, 2008 Comments?

As bad as some aspects of a job can be, they’re not always worth quitting over.  After all, quitting a job is not just about finding a new one.  You have to think about the effect of that decision on your income, retirement plan, health insurance, and work history. Then again, there are good reasons for making a switch. Read...

What To Do With Your Retirement Plan if You Leave Your Job

By BALANCE Financial Fitness Program on Aug. 08, 2008 Comments?

If you are leaving your job and have saved for your future by participating in your employer’s retirement plan, you have a major financial decision to make: what should you do with your account? Read...

To Quit Or Not to Quit ... Part 1

By Erika Mitchell on Aug. 06, 2008 Comments?

Do Sundays stress you out like no other because you know that in less than 24 hours you’ll be back at work?  Do you almost kind of envy your unemployed friend because, even though he’s living with his parents and can only afford to eat ramen every day, at least he doesn’t have to deal with your boss?  Have you ever wondered whether Dante should have thought to include your cubicle as one of the circles of Hell? Read...

Quitting With Class

By Working Girl on Jul. 07, 2008 Comments?

No matter how much you love your job or hate your job, one thing is certain.  Sooner or later, you will leave it.   No job is forever.

In fact, in your career you will probably resign from many jobs.  So why not do it with class and flair?

Know Before You Go

By Erika Mitchell on May. 21, 2008 Comments?

A new article came out in the LA Times over the weekend that provides some great advice about what to do in the event of any job loss (whether you’re fired or laid off.)

The author, Kathy Kristof, offers some excellent advice that can really save your bacon should your job get pulled out from underneath you.

What to Do When You're Accused of Criminal Wrongdoing at Work

By Dmitri Iglitzin on May. 15, 2008 Comments?

It sucks to get fired.   It's humiliating, and it's poverty-inducing.   It's just about the worst thing you can imagine happening to you at the workplace.  But it's not.

What's worse is this:  not only getting fired, but also getting arrested or charged with a crime.

What To Do When You Get Fired, Part 5: Evaluate Your Options

By Dmitri Iglitzin on May. 08, 2008 Comments?

It’s crunch time. Your employer has told you that you’re being fired, or you’ve already been fired. Now it's time to decide whether or not you need a lawyer. Read...

What To Do When You Get Fired, Part 4: Self Respect and Justice

By Dmitri Iglitzin on May. 01, 2008 Comments?

What most employees who are being fired really crave – and the reason that the employer’s offer to let you resign can be so appealing – is to undo the deep sense of shame and failure that can come with being fired.

Know When to Hold 'Em and When to Fold 'Em

By Erika Mitchell on Apr. 29, 2008 Comments?

You know the feeling when you’re in a relationship and it’s just not working out anymore?  When your working relationship hits the skids, pull the plug yourself before your boss does it first.

What To Do When You Get Fired, Part 3: Evaluate Your Goals

By Dmitri Iglitzin on Apr. 24, 2008 Comments?

You're being fired.  Following my earlier advice, you haven't resigned and you've asked yourself whether any of your legal rights may have been violated.  Now it's time to start asking yourself some hard questions.

What To Do When You Get Fired, Part 2: Evaluate Your Legal Rights

By Dmitri Iglitzin on Apr. 17, 2008 Comments?

The worst has happened: you've been let go.  Is it fair?  No way.  In fact, it stinks.   Can you do anything about it?  Probably not.  But you should take a few minutes, while not resigning, to consider whether any of your legal rights are being trampled upon. Read...

What To Do When You Get Fired, Part 1: Don't Resign!

By Dmitri Iglitzin on Apr. 10, 2008 Comments?

It happens to everyone at some point: the boss calls you in.   Your heart sinks.   Sure enough: you’re just not needed anymore.  What to do?  What to say?  What not to do or say?

The Right Way to Quit Your Job

By Alexandra Levit on Mar. 10, 2008 Comments?

Congratulations, you've found a new job!  Now what?  Helpful advice on how to guarantee a smooth start to your new job by orchestrating an agreeable ending for your old job. Read...