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Rebounding After a Layoff Tutorial:
How to Successfully Re-Enter the Job Market After Being Fired, Downsized, or Laid Off

 

Warning Signs of Performance-Related Layoff

 

Here are some hints -- key warning signs -- that your job may be in jeopardy due to (or perceptions of) your current performance and attitude on the job.

 

• You have been put on probation for poor performance or violation of company policies
• You have had one or more average (or worse) performance reviews
• You have gotten substandard raises (compared to co-workers)
• Your boss has been on your case about your performance on the job
• You now have to clear all decisions you make with a co-worker or your boss
• You seem to be out of the loop on major decisions facing your department
• You've been criticized for taking too much vacation, personal, or sick days
• You've lost the rapport you used to have with your boss and your relationship is now strained
• You've been demoted or lost other key clients or decision-making powers

 

 

 

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