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	From fired to hired Have you seen "The Apprentice" television show, and heard those famous words from Donald Trump, "You're fired!" It is not so entertaining if you are the one being fired. This week's CareerTIP® advice - getting hired after getting fired.
	The Apprentice TV show official website Find out who Donald Trump fired and hired.
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Daily CareerTIP® Advice
 

	Monday - You're fired! More than a few have said, "Getting fired was the best thing that ever happened to me." For some, it was a wake-up call. For others, it was injustice in capital letters. For everyone, it is the opportunity take a new path and find a new future. The key ingrediant? Exercising a positive attitude.   Career crossing step 1 The first and most important step in career crossings.
	Tuesday - Were you fired or laid-off? There's a big difference. In a lay-off, your job was eliminated. It's not your fault, and you will probably qualify for unemployment benefits. If you were fired, your job was not eliminated, but your employment was. It may or may not be your fault, and you may or may not qualify for unemployment benefits. Know which is which and why.   Do you qualify for unemployment benefits? Whether you were fired or laid-off, check to see if you qualify or not.
	Wednesday - Three legal reasons you can be fired 1. Fired for cause, such as lying, cheating or stealing. 2. Fired for poor performance, attendance or attitude. 3. Fired because they can - unless they violate your employment rights.   Your Employment Rights What laws protect you when your employer fires or lays you off?
	Thursday - Stay or delay after being fired If you have a job you want or need, then appeal to your boss, senior managment and human resources. Whether it's your fault, a mis-understanding or injustice, demonstrate understanding, honesty, patience and a willingness to work things out.   Win-Win Negotiation How to get the best for both you and your employer.
	Friday - How to maximize your severance If you can't or don't want to stay or delay, seek severance with cash compensation and benefits. Be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry. Make no agreement the day it is offered, but sleep on it and pray over it. Refuse an employer's offer to resign whenever possible.   Negotiate to maximize your severance From FindLaw.Com - the highest-trafficked legal website on the intenet.
	Saturday - Getting good references after getting fired Finish well by doing a great job with a positive attitude during your remaining time in your job. Don't burn bridges, even if you never want to go back. As much as you are able, seek reconciliation and relationship with your boss and others. Ask for references among co-workers, management, human resources, vendors and customers.   Getting references and recommendations From RileyGuide.Com - Employment Opportunities and Job Resources on the Internet
	Sunday - Fired? Forget what lies behind... ...and reach forward toward what lies ahead, accepting the breadth and depth of opportunity not only to get a new job, but also explore new careers and even discover your calling.   Connecting you to your career Purpose-centered action planning that explores, educates and employs your gifts and passions in service to others as a good steward of the manifold grace of God.