Termination - And now?

The dismissal by the employer is a big shock for most people. Suddenly, one is plagued by uncertainties and fears for the future and the question "And now? Due to the worldwide pandemic, many people are currently confronted with this harsh reality.

You have received your notice and do not know what to do? In our blog post, we show you what you are entitled to in the event of an employer's termination and how you can see the termination as an opportunity.

What should you do first after receiving the notice?

We recommend that you contact the Regional Employment Center (RAV) as soon as possible. There you will find competent advice and support for your upcoming job search. The RAV has numerous contacts and pursues the goal of integrating job seekers into the labor market as quickly as possible. In addition, registration with the RAV is a prerequisite for receiving unemployment benefits.

It is important not to be ashamed of your resignation! Talk to your family, friends and acquaintances about your resignation and ask if they know anyone who has a vacancy. Word of mouth often pays off in the job search.

We also recommend that you update your application documents right at the start. This way, you can immediately submit your current application dossier for exciting offers and do not lose any valuable time. If you have any questions about the topic of application documents, our blog post "Common mistakes in job applications" a support.

What can you expect from your boss?

During your notice period, you are entitled to time off for interviews. Of course, you must coordinate your absence with your supervisor and schedule appointments at off-peak times if possible. In principle, about half a day per week is considered reasonable. If you are employed on a monthly salary, these absences are usually even paid.

In addition, you are entitled by law to an employer's reference when you leave the company. If you are not yet in possession of an interim reference at the time of termination, we recommend that you request one so that you can attach it to your application documents. If you are unsure whether your performance has been fairly evaluated, you can read our blog post "Reading job references" for advice.

Where can I find a new job?

There are many ways to find a new job. In the past, job advertisements were mainly published in newspapers. Even today, you can still find the odd advertisement in the print media. However, the Internet now clearly dominates. There are many different online job exchanges that have thousands of job offers. Well-known examples are Jobs.ch, Jobscout24.ch, Indeed or Google for Jobs. In addition, you have the option of looking for exciting jobs directly on company websites or in social networks.

We also recommend that you update your LinkedIn profile and select the "Open for job search" option. This banner will alert your network that you are currently looking for a job. You may learn about exciting offers as a result. On the other hand, thanks to the "Open to Work" function, one or the other recruiter may also become aware of you. From our own experience, we can tell you that we often write to people who have activated this option at the beginning of our direct approaches.

Another possibility is the support of recruitment agencies. In addition to the RAV, there are many private companies that have dedicated themselves to the placement of workers. Batterman Consulting has also set itself the goal of successfully placing executives and professionals. We work in an exclusive relationship with companies throughout the German-speaking part of Switzerland. On our homepage you will find our numerous job offers (https://batterman.ch/jobs/). If we do not currently have the right offer for you, we would also be pleased to receive your unsolicited application. This will add you to our pool of experts, which will enable us to contact you in the future when we have a suitable vacancy to fill.

Our tip for the end:

Receiving notice of termination is never pretty. The most important thing is: don't hang your head, no matter how hopeless the situation may seem at first. Get the support you deserve and don't be ashamed of your situation. Often, quitting your job turns out to be the first step toward a new, exciting challenge after the fact. Remember: Where one door closes, another opens.