Happiful September 2020

10 steps to cope
with redundancy
Facing redundancy can be an
emotional, difficult time. Not knowing
what the future holds can lead to
more worries and uncertainty, but with
the right support and planning, you
can start making your move towards a
successful next step in your career
Writing | Bonnie Evie Gifford
Whether you knew
it was a possibility
or the news was a
complete shock,
being made redundant can feel
like you’ve had the rug pulled out
from under you. You’re probably
going through a barrage of
emotions: shock, denial, anger,
worry, anxiety, uncertainty.
Losing your job can impact your
sense of wellbeing, negatively
affect your mental health,
relationships, and confidence.
But it’s important to remember:
you will get through this.
We share 10 simple steps to help
you cope with the redundancy
process, and start the next step in
your career.
Know your legal rights
Understanding your legal rights,
and knowing what to expect, can
have a calming effect, and help you
to feel in control. It’s important to
know how much redundancy pay
you will get, how long your notice
period is, and if you’re able to leave
sooner to start a new position.
Once you have the basic details,
you can start thinking more clearly,
regain your balance, and face the
next steps.
The Money Advice Service is
incredibly useful, and the official
gov.uk website has everything you
need to know about redundancy,
along with a simple tool to help you
calculate whether you’re entitled
to a statutory redundancy payment
and, if so, how much.
As well as looking at external
sources for information and
guidance, remember to check your
contract, speak with someone
in HR, or chat with your union
representative to discuss your
specific entitlements. >>>
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