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Are You a Corporate Refugee? : A Survival Guide for Downsized, Disillusioned, and Displaced Workers

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On the brink of layoff, I found this book at the library among the usual collection of books on resume' building, interviewing and job search. Reading the first chapters about downsizing I could see that this book was about my story, starting with the "On The Brink" experience of knowing something drastic is about to happen soon. Turns out the book is about the internal challenges and transitions involved in loosing a job, dealing with "what to do next" and how to make the journy to the next job a rewarding one.

Now I have my own copy from Amazon which I use most every day. It is very helpful.

As a career counselor, I am always searching for resources that are both informative about the psycholological impact of change and pragmatic enough to provide concrete guidance for persons navigating a career transition. This is the book I most often suggest to clients who have been laid off or are otherwise in the middle of a job change under challenging circumstances. I highly recommend this book.

I think Ruth has made an important contribution to the genre. There are many books on the market that deal with how to find a new job, etc. but this book is the first I've seen that focuses on the emotional journey that comes with this type of life change. I found the practical, straight-forward advice very refreshing. --Katherine E. Simmons, President, NETSHARE, Inc., a prize-winning career-management web site for executives

During the past year over 1 million workers have been downsized, reorg'd, or dot-pink-slipped thru corporate mergers, acquisitions or Chapter 11s. With the potential of even more layoffs in the near future this book is a must read for almost everyone. Ruth Luban, a counselor who specializes in recovery from job loss, recognizes that leaving the workforce causes not only a loss of income, but also of identity, structure, and community. Her step-by-step program addresses these problems and explains how to work through them. Using case studies, exercises, and informative sidebars, she identifies the five emotional stages of job loss: - On the Brink - Letting Go - In the Wilderness - Seeing the Beacon - In the New Land

Luban shows how to move through the emotional upheaval of job loss and return to the workforce with a sense of control and direction. Illustrated with a rich array of engaging, real-life accounts, Luban shares the success stories of those who have suffered, thrived and ultimately survived corporate downsizing and displacement. In this day and age of downsizing and displacement, this "Survival Guide" is an invaluable resource guide for everyone in the workplace.

Oh, if only this book would be given out by HR Departments when they downsize, as is on the news every day! I lost my job a while back, and reading through this book, I really relate to the experiences. The set-up is logical. The advice is smart and easy to understand, and the exercises are actually pretty fun. You can also pick up and put down the book without needing to start over. I don't have a new job yet, but I feel OK about that, and I think this book is to credit. In fact, I wish I had read this book before I got laid off--I might have realized I was in the wrong job!

I found this to be an excellent read - a real motivational book, especially for someone coming out of the .com craze. This book told of all the mood changes and feelings of anxiety that come from being downsized or from a company that has gone out of business. It also contained a good list of resources relating to where you were in your search for a new career.

Loved it. Recommend it to anyone on the edge.

The economic shakeout of 2000 has left many corporate refugees to fend for themselves. If you are feeling dazed and confused and not sure what to do next, I recommend you read this book immediately! It has practical tools and insight to get you going in the right direction...your future.

"Sorry, we want to break up with you." Whether it's your significant other or your employer, this phrase still stinks!

Here in DC, alot of us are "running the country" one day and "freelancing" the next. This book provides you with everything you need to work through the psychological angst of finding your personal worth when your company has broken up with you. Well written, enjoyable and full of good solid next steps to get you back in that game. It should be part of every severance package!

Luban has written an outstanding book for people dealing with job loss or disillusionment. Her insights -- which are based on both research and hands-on consulting -- will help anyone in coping with the emotional roller coaster of finding a job or redefining a career. This book is laced with excellent stories and practical advice, as well as a broad range of job-hunting resources. I would recommend this book to anyone who has or might become a corporate refugee." --James W. Pennebaker, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology and author of Opening Up: The Healing Power of Expressing Emotion

Are You a Corporate Refugee? is an excellelnt resource for people who are being downsized, EAP professionals, and Outplacement experts. This book proves to be a guide for preparing for an imminent layoff and describing steps to take after the layoff. The author, Ruth Luban, does an excellent job in not only presenting a very practical guide, but addressing the full range of emotions attached to such a major life changing event.