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Actions to take preempting redundancy (feddit.uk)

submitted 4 days ago by NotJohnSmith@feddit.uk to c/askuk@feddit.uk

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Right, I suspect I'm for the chop in January and didn't want to leave anything on the table.

What actions should I take now rather than wait for redundancy?

I'm talking less about "hit the gym/LinkedIn" and more to get the most from the company while I'm still engaged.

So for example, I plan to call on the employee assistance services to work on some counselling that I suspect could help me (in case that service extends indefinitely while the case is open).

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[–] wingsfortheirsmiles@feddit.uk 5 points 3 days ago (1 children)

I'm sorry to hear about your situation.

Separate to contractual or redundancy factors, please update your CV now whilst your efforts and achievements are fresh in your mind. Yes, this could be seen as part of the LinkedIn thing but is also worth thinking about well before you've left.

Heck, if you have a manager or colleagues you respect, even get them to read it over; you'd be surprised how much little credit you can give yourself. Of course as part of this, ask about references too.

[–] NotJohnSmith@feddit.uk 2 points 3 days ago

Thanks so much, you're right - I'll get on it as I'd planned to do things when they happen but being inevitable it makes sense to do it sooner rather than later.