Networking 101 in Politics
We hosted a webinar on networking in progressive politics worth a watch. Check out our GAIN Power Founder Amy Pritchard as she interviews the legendary
Talent in Transition Resources
The post-election period can be stressful if you are coming off of a campaign. After you shut down your offices (or your home office?), clean up the remaining lit and pick up yard signs, and hopefully celebrate, it’ll be time for you to figure out immediate next steps.
Event Recaps
Resume Writing and Marketing Yourself for Progressive Political Work
We recently hosted a session about resumes and marking yourself post-election.
General Advice
Unemployment Benefits
Healthcare
Budget
Network
Resume
Resources
Unemployment Benefits
Apply for unemployment benefits. You are entitled to this support if you are unemployed. Please check your state unemployment website for particulars on your qualifications.
Healthcare
Set up your healthcare and be healthy. Being laid-off is a qualifying event that will allow you to apply for healthcare on your state’s exchange. Also, if you haven’t recently, make sure to get your annual physical, and any dentist or other medical appointments done while its slow.
Budget
Set up your short-term budget. If you don’t already, use a budgeting app (we love Mint.com) to determine how much you are spending a month, and calculate your runway before going into debt. This will help you establish a timeline on how quickly (and how selective) you can be in determining your next steps.
Network
Network. Make sure to get your colleagues’ contact information and Zoom or socially distant meet them afterward. And reach out to other contacts to see what their plans are and connect. You never know where your next job will be. Post your stories on our news feed and join GAIN Power groups.
Resume
Post your resume on GAIN Power. You never know when an employer will see it and reach out.
Resources