suppose you know that you are going to lose your job soon but have not yet been given a notice.?

Question

how would you react and do?
you have work very hard and with dedication, now they are diminishing staff due to financial problem and you are on the list.

Answer 1

Of course I would be upset and feel a bit dejected but you have to face facts - if the workplace is closing or cutting down due to financial problems, you are better out of there! In the long run, if they kept you, it make get to a point where they can't afford to pay you one month or have to cut your wages - you would feel unsettled and may be financial unstable staying in a job like this.

It sounds like you not 100% sure you are going to lose your job but are second guessing that this is around the corner so speak to your Line Manager/Supervisor about your future in the company to get a good idea what their plans are for you. Then start making your own plans - if they are to make you redundant, it would be a good idea to sign up to as many temping agencies you can (high street and online), have a good idea of what work you will do, the hours you intend to work and the wages you would like, apply for jobs (look in newspapers, ask around with friends & family), contact employers. Its not the end of the world, you will get something good eventually.

Answer 2

Most companies don't let the employees know this until up until the very last moment because they know most people will not do their job effectively and even act a little belligerent because they are going to be let go soon. I had this happen to me several times and I found out by using my senses and rumors. One job only gave me 2 days notice. I would start looking for another job in the meantime. Also, you may be eligible for unemployment if they let you go due to no fault of your own and you have been working long enough. I don't know where you live or how it works where you live. I'm sorry this is happening to you. It's very scary not knowing where your next check will come from, I know. If it gives you any comfort just know that this is happening to thousands of people right now so you are not alone. Our economy and the working class are getting screwed royally despite all these false reports being put out in the media. It's just a sign- of- the- times I guess. Hang in there....you will find something else. Good luck.

Answer 3

That happened to me 2 years ago because the firm was moving out of state and everyone was let go. It will more then likely be hard to get back up on your feet at first. After being there for 6 and a half years, I decided to take time off before jumping into a new career. As long as you know you're going to be given a notice, try to put applications in elsewhere. Make sure you ask for a reference before you leave. That will help in finding a new job.

Answer 4

Would you like to keep the job? If so, see if you can find a trustworthy person to talk to who is at a supervisory level or maybe someone who deals with personnel issues. You could say look, I'd like to stay, is there any way that can happen? [words to that effect]

If you're not happy with the job anyway, here's your opportunity to find a better one - start looking, if you haven't already.

Some employers offer outplacement assistance - see if that might be available. At a very minimum get a nice reference and/or letter of recommendation.

Something to think about: if you are in the US and get laid off, most likely you will be eligible for unemployment compensation. In my state it is important to file for unemployment as soon as possible after your employment is terminated, because your claim doesn't start until the day you file.

Good luck!

Answer 5

Do not resign - you want whatever severance pkg they're offering.
Register with your state workforce commission and find out what benefits may be available to you while you look for a new job. It's possible you could get unemployment benefits to cover your bills while you're looking. (don't feel guilty for taking this - your company treated their employees badly and this is important)
Once you are notified, ask for an employment verification letter and all copies of your performance evaluations. This make take some persistence on your part but don't let them brush you off. If they go out of business eventually, you'll never have access to anything.
Good luck....

Answer 6

You have to realize that it is nothing personal. When you trim your own personal budget, don't you have to sometimes give up things you really want and enjoy? Maybe they feel the same about you.

I used to manage a small company, and laying people off was an awful thing to have to do. I really liked most of the people I had to let go, and almost all of them were very good employees. I didn't want to do it, but there was no other way the company was going to survive the downturn in business. It had to be done.

They are just doing what they have to do in order to survive.

Answer 7

'going to lose your job and have yet been given a notice' - if losing the job is inevitable, be prepared! Look around for a job placement rather than be caught at the last minute.

Answer 8

I would carry on working hard and decdicated to my work, as a professional, even I got fire notice, I would still be dedicated to my work till the last day I leave the office

Answer 9

Well if you feel yourll be out of a job. make sure to start handing out resumes to other places your interested.& dont say youre getting fired. just say your seeking advancement or something that sounds good, never give negitive info on your ex jobs.or soon to be ex job.

Answer 10

I would start looking for work but do not confront them because things could change and a confrontation may push it in a direction you do not want it to go.