Includes bibliographical references and index.

Part I. Coping with the ramifications of job loss. How and why workers are fired or laid off ; Working through the grieving process ; Protecting and maintaining your savings, investments, and IRA ; Replacing income ; Insurance matters : medical and COBRA, dental, homeowners, auto, life, disability ; Safeguarding your reputation ; Family challenges and solutions -- Part II. The process of moving forward in your career. Reshaping your persona and improving your character ; Defining objectives for the remainder of your career ; Crafting a resume and digital profile to reflect the new you ; How to find decision makers and hiring managers ; Where to find employers ; Interview rubrics for mid-career workers ; Overcoming objections to your candidacy ; Negotiating a job offer -- Part III. Finding your spot in the workplace. Working for a large company or a small business ; Starting your own business or buying a franchise ; Local, state, and federal government jobs -- Part IV. Reaching out to career care providers. Consulting with career coaches, career counselors, and outplacement services ; Tapping into faith-based resources ; Moving beyond the temporal -- Appendix A. Major convention centers -- Appendix B. Convention center and trade show spotlight.