How to Cope with Being Fired
All bosses seem to be jerks, and we need to get on their good side. Here are some ways of coping, and how to deal with another jerk boss next time.
[edit] Steps
- Don't feel bad if someone doesn't like you and don't even waste your time thinking about them.
- Do something that makes YOU feel good, such as hanging out with friends for the night. Just take all that anger and stress energy and release it by having a good time.
- Whenever you see your boss, don't give him/her dirty looks. Just avoid them.
- When you see ex-coworkers, speak to them briefly, but try not to talk about being fired.
- Be strong and get back on your feet. You look pretty silly if you're weak and you spend day after day at home watching TV while not working. Re-make your resume and send it to a new place to work, even if you only plan to work there for a few months until you can find the best job for you.
- When meeting a new boss be friendly to EVERYONE, even when the boss isn't around. Chances are that he will still hear about it.
- If you ever just chat with your boss, ask about him/her and say as little as possible about you. Remember don't act fake if you're gonna act. Make yourself a real person with real personality, don't be so uptight.
- Remember, hopefully you won't be around as long as they will be.
- Time to head to the unemployment line!
[edit] Tips
- If you feel the need to talk about how much you hate your ex-boss, write it in a journal. People will get annoyed and avoid you if you keep talking about your boss firing you
- Dress nicely, but don't go overboard. Unless you're going for an executive job, a suit and tie is unneeded. A clean, put-together outfit and some basic hygiene is acceptable for most jobs.
[edit] Warnings
- Never wear jeans or chew gum in an interview. It will seem unprofessional and you most likely will not get hired.
- It's okay to rant as to why you hate your ex-boss, but if it is all you talk about, it can become a problem. Most likely the people around you will get sick of it. Try releasing the anger in a journal or blog or do a physical activity.
