Lay Off Survival Tips.

Got laid off? Yup.

Now what do you do? First, don't panic. Your new job is to find one. Your home office is now command central.

Next, start with the basics. Networking is key in these circumstances. So is taking inventory of yourself - what do you bring to the table, what are your experiences?

Monster.com has outlined some steps to help you get focused and stay the course.

1. Breathe
2. Get Out the Contact List
3. Inventory What You Offer
4. Define Your Targets
5. Cultivate Multiple Channels
6. Create Channels for People to Find You
7. Follow the Pareto Principle
8. Get Out and Talk to People

For more details, check out this link to Monster.com.

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