Remain a Professional Even When You are Being Laid Off
So youre hearing rumors around work about downsizing and lay-offs within the company. While your first reaction may be to start helping yourself to office supplies- DONT. At this point, youre not even sure if its you going to be laid off, and this could give your boss a reason to include you on the Pink Slip List.
Now, more than ever, its important for you to stay focused and continue to act like the professional you are. Even though you may fantasize about it, now is not the time to march into the office and tell your boss what you really think of him or her. Chances are youll need the reference, so now is the time to really suck up. Just kidding, but keep your opinions to yourself and continue to do your best work. Youll need the reference when youre gone, and you want it to be a good one. Depending on the circumstances, you may be asked to work for your former employer as an outside consultant, but if youve burned this bridge its a sure thing you wont.
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