The author discusses his book and provides timely and important tips to people at all career and education levels on getting through a financial tight spot. Earlier radio interview: www.soundclud.com/theworkforceshow

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“Economic Stress:
Harsh Truths & Keys to Empowerment”
Presented by:
Dr. Robert M. Brown III (Dr. Rob)

4. What is Economic Stress?
Economic stress is the inability of a person or
family to meet their financial obligations
because of job loss, not enough work, job
instability or low wages and the impact on
their mental, emotional, spiritual, physical and
economic well-being.
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5. Economic Stress
Among the Employed
• Lower employee job satisfaction compounded by
higher work demands and longer hours
• Living to work instead of working to live
• More at-will work environments that produce fear &
uncertainty among employees i.e., the employer or
employee can terminate the working relationship at
any time.
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6. Tip #1
Stay Calm & Be Proactive.
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Get information on job opportunities, career
training and other resources by visiting the
following websites:
• Career One Stop (sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor) – provide
career resource tools for job seekers, businesses, professionals and
students www.careeronestop.org/
• Veterans ReEmployment – a part of Career One Stop
www.careeronestop.org/reemployment/veterans/default.aspx
• State job banks http://us.jobs/state-job-banks.asp

7. Tip #2
Stay Calm, Be Proactive &
Create Profiles on Social Media.
CREATE THE DEMAND FOR YOU!
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8. Tip #3
Identify High Job Growth Industries to 2020.
• Bookkeepers and accountants ($35,170)
• Project managers ($95,440)
• Registered nurses ($65, 470)
• Secretaries ($32,410)
• Tractor-trailer trucker drivers ($38,200)
• Carpenters ($39,940)
Visit the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Website:
www.bls.gov
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9. Tip #4
Don’t Wait to Call Bill Collectors,
BE PROACTIVE!
• Calling sooner rather than later increases the chances of:
– Being granted a payment extension
– Getting a lower monthly payment plan
• Ask to speak with a supervisor, if possible, and get the following
information to create an audit trail:
– Date of the call
– Name of the customer service representative
– Telephone number & extension
– Convey that your ability to pay your bills has changed.
– Outcome of the conversation
– Next Steps
VISIT YOUR MAILBOX EVERYDAY, NOT ONCE A WEEK!
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10. Tip #5
Seeking Social Support Helps You to
Manage Economic Stress More Effectively.
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Sources of Social Support:
• Spouse
• Partner
• Friend
• Person from the faith community
• Social support group
• Catch-up conversations

11. Tip #6
The Social Support Provider
Should Do the Following:
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• Be a very good listener
• Be sympathetic
• Be understanding
• Provide compassionate but objective feedback that helps you
to manage economic stress more effectively
• Provide feedback that focuses on YOU, not her/him
• Help to raise your spirits, not increase your anxiety
Be Your Own Best Advocate by Asking for Help!

12. Tip #7
Stay Positive and Stay Active!
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• Regular exercise
• Drink water everyday.
• Eat foods that are healthy.
• Volunteer your time.
• $aving still matters.
• Could there be an entrepreneur inside of you that has been
waiting for this moment?

13. For More Information, Visit My Website:
www.economicstresshelp.com
Thank you!
Q & A Time
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