Session Objective
Learn how to move ahead financially after the loss of a job
Learning Outcomes
- understand how to budget after job loss
- learn how to deal with debt
- find out about other options, such as:
- becoming a contractor
- starting your own business
- retraining or school
Session Outline
- reactions – dealing with your emotions
- preparations – financing every day
- actions
- budgeting
- accessing benefits
- finding a new job through:
- contracting or self-employment
- going back to school or retraining
- stabilization – getting to normal
- dealing with debt
- Q&A
Learning Materials
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Session Level
Basic
Topics Covered
Financial Planning
Managing Finances
Personal Finances
Workplace
Who Should Attend
Adults, unemployed
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