How to Deal With the Embarrassment of Being Fired
- 1). Give yourself a few days to recoup, rejuvenate and come up with a game plan. Getting fired hurts, and it's important to take time for yourself and realize that you're not a bad worker. Before you embark on a job search, you need to have self-confidence. Potential employers will note a lack of confidence, which could hurt your chances of being hired. Look at the jobs that are out there and approach the situation as an opportunity for change.
- 2). Talk openly with your friends and family about what happened. The quieter and more dismissive you are about the issue, the more likely people are to come to their own conclusions about your situation and your state of mind. Once you've taken stock, matter-of-factly tell folks what happened. You may discover that they have some useful career advice, or even better, know of a job opening.
- 3). Save your money and come up with a budget. Embarrassment over losing your job can have a ripple effect. Initially, you feel bad that you lost your job and everyone knows about it. However, if you don't spend wisely after you lose your income, there could be more embarrassment in store if you have to ask your friends or family for financial help. Avoid this by cutting back and embracing frugality.
- 4). Search for a new job with relentless passion. The longer you remain unemployed, the longer the embarrassment may linger. Pound the pavement every day, dropping off resumes, networking and filling out applications. Not only will this bolster your chances of obtaining gainful employment, it will show those around you that you're not feeling sorry for yourself and are ambitiously searching for a new career and new challenges.
