16 Steps Guide - What do do after a layoff
What are the severance package details?
Can I use personal holidays until I'm gone?
What’s the policy about retirement and health plans during the last days at the company?
Am I being let go with cause?
Can I retire instead of being let go?
Can I collect unemployment?
Will I get my outstanding bonus (commissions if in sales)?
What happens I chose not to sign agreement?
Can I extend the time before I go another for x number of months (e.g., due to personal hardship)?
Prepare and send goodbye email to colleagues.
Check for Class Actions and/or prepare to file EEOC age discrimination suit?
Post on thelayoff.com
Save any HR related forms you can find
Plan your reaction in case you are notified
Keep your shoulders back and your chin high
Go home to your family and begin again.