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Lay Off Field Guide

A1. Where to get Help

Your head and your wellbeing. If you're struggling, talk to your GP or doctor first. In the UK and Ireland, the Samaritans are free and available any time on 116 123. In the US, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is there by call or text. In the UK, Mind offers mental health support; in Ireland, Aware supports people through depression and anxiety.

Your rights at work. UK: ACAS for free, impartial employment advice, and Citizens Advice for broader help. Ireland: the Workplace Relations Commission and Citizens Information. US: the Department of Labor and your state labour office. For anything involving a settlement agreement, use a qualified employment solicitor or attorney.

Your money. UK: MoneyHelper and Citizens Advice for free, independent guidance. Ireland: MABS, the Money Advice and Budgeting Service. US: your state's resources, plus a fee-only financial adviser if you need tailored help. For benefits, always start at the official government site.

Your next move. When you're ready to run the search itself, my Job Hunt Playbook walks through the whole thing. For the ongoing version of all this, my weekly newsletter, Stuff that MattRs, is where I keep writing about work and careers.

If you want a thinking partner in your corner, that's what I do, you can find me at mattrutherfordcoaching.com.

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