Losing your job is stressful enough without having to figure out benefits, budgets, and job searching all at once. These prompts help you navigate the practical challenges of unemployment so you can focus on finding your next opportunity.
What you'll find here:
First things first: Take care of the immediate needs—income, insurance, budget—so you can job search without panic. These prompts help you get the logistics sorted.
File through your state's unemployment office website immediately after job loss. These prompts help you understand the process and what documentation you'll need.
Typically 26 weeks in most states, but varies. Benefits are based on your previous earnings. These prompts help you understand your specific situation and plan accordingly.
It depends on your financial situation and the opportunity cost. Sometimes a bridge job makes sense; sometimes holding out for the right role is better. These prompts help you evaluate.