Upsizing in a Downsizing World

Sudden job loss can be difficult and stressful-to both the person let go and his or her family as well. In Upsizing in a Downsizing World, author Jeannette Chau describes her personal journey from job loss to employment, providing useful job search advice she learned along the way.

Upsizing in a Downsizing World follows the entire process, from the moment of downsizing to landing a job again. Chau describes her experiences and discusses the important lessons she learned, including

• telling family;


• handling the job loss emotionally;


• dealing with finances;


• putting out a resume;


• utilizing networking;


• creating a personal brand;


• employing social media;


• learning the art of interviewing;


• changing careers;


• going back to school;


• maintaining perseverance.

Chau provides a thoughtful look at the many tools, choices, and opportunities available to one after experiencing job loss, and she gives encouragement and empathy to those who face the same situation.