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8 Steps to Help You Survive Being Laid Off

By Jean Chatzky

8. Find Ways to Make Money in the Interim

This is a rough economy to find a job, and realistically, it could take a few months or longer. So you want to start thinking about other ways to bring in some money.

The possibilities, really, are only limited by your creativity. I know people who make a living selling things eBay for people who are too busy to do it themselves, or hosting in-home parties for companies like The Pampered Chef.

If you're knowledgeable in a particular area—maybe you're a certified financial planner, or a healthcare expert—you might consider signing up to work for LivePerson.com, a website that matches experts with people who have questions.

Find the support you need to find a job.


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