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A job is rarely just a job.

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Its a source of pride, routine, and often identity.

At the very least, it provides the income you gotta survive.

So, it makes sense that the thought of losing that job could cause immeasurable anxiety.

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Creating a robust emergency fund is a cornerstone of Ramseys famous Baby Steps method.

From there, focus on paying off debt using the debt snowball method (except for your mortgage).

But what if you suddenly find your industry or company in the headlines and not in a good way?

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While you might not know exactly how much youd receive, remember that every dollar counts.

This estimate can give you a sense of where to allocate that money until youre back on your feet.

Youre pulling records from your own HR file: W-2 forms, pay stubs and insurance details.

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Youve got to shake off that mindset immediately.

Move forward into your job search with your head held high, shoulders squared, and confidence intact.

While youre still employed, tune up your resume and refresh your contacts list.

Track your professional accomplishments and wins in the role no success is too small.

Make a list of records youve broken, goals youve achieved, or awards youve won.

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