4 things to do if you get fired from your job

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Job coaches say you shouldn't lie in interviews, but you don't need to go into too much detail about why your last role didn't work out.

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I found a new job within 2 months of being put on a layoff list. Five actions helped me transition smoothly and quickly.

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This tech worker shared the five actions that led him to his dream role after being put on his old company's layoff list.

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I got laid off at 65 and can't find a job. I don't want to retire, but I feel invisible to potential employers.

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Mary Jane Surette, 65, was laid off from her job in February and is looking at retirement if she doesn't find something else soon.

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A Gen Xer went from a six-figure salary to considering bankruptcy after 1,000 unsuccessful job applications — 'It's like playing the lottery'

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Sean Tetpon in his backyard
Sean Tetpon has applied for over 1,000 jobs over the past year, though he's staying optimistic.

Sean Tetpon

I got laid off at 65 and couldn't afford my Bay Area mortgage. Now, I work for myself while traveling the world.

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Tony Woodall in Munich.

Tony Woodall

Why the interview process is more annoying than ever

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Some job seekers are enduring round after round of interviews.

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I got divorced and lost my job at the height of my success. After moving back in with my mom, I regained my self-worth.

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Ayan Said.

Stacey Poterson

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