As many of us have learned, the Lowe’s home improvement store is estimated to lay off thousands of workers from assemblers to janitors.
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I think we can all agree that losing your job no matter what the circumstance is a very difficult thing to go through.
If you have a few minutes please comment with some advice about a time where you or someone you know was laid off, or even just say hello to those who might be feeling down after losing their jobs at Lowe’s.
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If you or someone you know has been laid off from work please take a look and share the tips below on what to do next!
1- Take care of YOU Your health is important so don’t go without health coverage! Speak to your employer about extending your health insurance benefit for up to 18 months under COBRA (the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) if it's available. You have 60 days after your coverage lapses to opt-in or start shopping for your own policy [here] (https://www.healthcare.gov/) Your new employment status allows for you to actively enroll even if it's not open enrollment time.
2- Apply for unemployment benefits To receive unemployment benefits, you need to file a claim with the unemployment program in the state where you worked as soon as possible! Don't delay because this process can take quite a long time. The government-sponsored site, [CareerOneStop] (https://www.careeronestop.org/), has details on unemployment benefits in each state. You also can do a quick Google search to locate your local Department of Labor and unemployment office and apply there as well.
3- Revisit your budget There’s no way of knowing how long you will be unemployed and because your income is now significantly less, it's important to plan for the future. Revisit your accounts and see where you stand. Cut down on your expenses and spend only on what is necessary for the time being (think food, gas, etc.). Put together a list of all the bills you currently pay such as car payments, student loans, rent, mortgage, medical bills, etc. that are non-negotiable. Anything that isn’t essential cancel it for now and focus on the more important bills. If you feel you are unable to pay your mortgage reach out to your bank ASAP and alert them to the problem as well as your landlord if you rent.
4- Stay in touch Don’t be afraid to connect with your coworkers/managers, now is the time. Ask them for their contact information and if they would consider being a reference in the near future. Stick to anyone you worked closely with who can attest to your skills on the job. If they ask you, make sure to offer them the same courtesy.
5- Be positive Right now is a difficult time but remaining positive will help see you through this! Surround yourself with loved ones who will support and guide you and talk to them about how you feel. Stay strong and look to the future. As the saying goes, "This too shall pass."
6- Apply It goes without saying that once you lose a job you need to replace it with another. So revamp that resume! Be sure to add any new skills and experiences you gained over your employment. Then when you are ready, search and apply to jobs in your area [here] (https://www.jobcase.com/jobs/search).
Wishing you the best during this difficult time.
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my co workers our customers the environment i worked in. Was always learning something new you had room to grow and so much more. to plainly put it i loved my job!
I have been at Lowe's for a while now and the other day I worked on my birthday, which is fine it;s just another day right? But management and the other employees remembered it was my bday and got me a cake. We went out after work too to get some food and drinks. On the cake it said thanks for being awesome. I know not every store is perfect, but I am lucky to work at mine.
My name is Pat.I am 62 years I came here to the usa 20 years ago. I had worked for Lowes for 18 years . They sent me home after 18 years of great work.I loved my job. At work I sit on a chair with the heater on my knees. I had a stroke, major vehicle accident, head concussion ,virtigo and other major surjeries.When I was sent home, my husbman has a massive heart attack and total vehicle our new vehicle The said time. I had never gotten a job after laid off. Lowes call me back to work but was given an other position that I can could do. I have great customer service experience[had my own business in my country]., realestate and teacher aid.
I just started working for Lowe's and I am SOOOO insanely happy that I get to work inside in the ac. I did some landscaping this past week to help out my bro in law and thought I was gonna die! My boss is awesome and if we need to take a short break he lets us. I am just glad I don't work in the garden center, but my coworkers seem to really love it. Nice to work some place new that I like so far.
Loved the customers the most. Good company too.
I've been thinking about working part-time at Lowe's with my friend. She works outside with the plants and garden stuff and really likes it. My parents shop there a lot so I was thinking about dropping off an application. It seems really cool, but I am nervous to tell my other job. Do you think they would let me work somewhere else too? I def could use more money for college.
What is the best department to work in at Lowe’s? Right now I’m a cashier at the front but my buddy used to work in Millwork and he said that was a good department to be in and expecially if you aren’t a specialist cuz you don’t even have to ring up estimates or anything. Just trying to see what I should try to work towards thanks for your time
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