Have you recently lost your job or are worried you will be let go soon? Perhaps you are thinking about quitting your job in the future. Listen to this list of tips and ideas to help you through this major life transition. (Please share this with your friends who need the information.) 

Below are links to resources you may find useful. Check back as new resources will be added in the future. 

U.S. Government Healthcare Links:

https://www.healthcare.gov/

https://www.benefits.gov/benefit/6173

 

An article from Bankrate about what to do with your 401K. (Please read other articles and talk to your financial advisor, too).

https://www.bankrate.com/retirement/8-tips-on-moving-401k-after-leaving-job/#:~:text=You%20have%2060%20days%20to,with%20tax%20liabilities%20and%20penalties.

 

Online Therapy Options: 

https://try.talkspace.com/

https://www.betterhelp.com/

https://get.cerebral.com/

https://www.pridecounseling.com/

https://larkr-site.webflow.io/

 

Side Hustle Ideas: 

https://www.flexjobs.com/

https://www.upwork.com/

https://www.fiverr.com/

https://www.freelancer.com/

https://problogger.com/jobs/

https://www.reddit.com/r/WorkOnline/

 

Skills and Personality Assessments:

 

GALLUP – CLIFTONSTRENGTHS

https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/home.aspx

KNACK

https://knackapp.com/personal

NEVER TRIED IT, BUT LOOKS INTERESTING:

123 Test

https://www.123test.com/competency-test/#

 

Certifications and Tech Courses: 

Grow with Google:

https://grow.google/certificates/it-support/#?modal_active=none

https://www.udemy.com/

https://www.coursera.org/

 

Resume Builders: 

https://www.myperfectresume.com/

https://novoresume.com/

 

AI Writing Assistants:

https://writesonic.com/

https://openai.com/blog/chatgpt/

https://www.jasper.ai/

 

More to come!

Disclaimer: 

The resources, tips, ideas, and lessons learned covered in this episode are based on Deedre’s personal experience after leaving her long career at GEICO.

This is not professional advice. Always consult lawyers, financial advisors, your local human resource staff, and medical personnel. View the information provided on this podcast and in the show notes above as an incomplete guide or a loose checklist. This is a starting point to help you with your job transition. Your situation is unique. Some of these ideas and suggestions may not apply or work for you.

So take what you need, leave what you don't, and do some research. Always consult with licensed medical providers, financial planners, and other qualified professionals! Please explore all the other options to make the best decision for you and your family.

Wishing you much success! XOXO