Resources
Curated links that are actually useful. Not filler. Updated regularly.
Know Your Rights
What you are legally owed if the worst happens.
UK Government Redundancy Guide →
Official UK government page on redundancy rights, notice periods, and statutory pay.
ACAS Redundancy Advice →
Free, impartial workplace advice for UK employees facing redundancy.
US Department of Labor WARN Act →
Your rights under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act.
US State Unemployment Benefits →
Find unemployment benefits by state.
Free AI Learning
Actually useful free resources. Not a 200-hour course. Things you can do this weekend.
Google AI Essentials (Coursera) →
Free, beginner-friendly introduction to AI concepts. About 10 hours total.
Microsoft AI Skills Navigator →
Free learning paths for different roles and skill levels.
OpenAI Documentation →
Official docs for understanding how ChatGPT and GPT models work.
Anthropic Claude Documentation →
Understanding Claude and how to use it effectively.
Elements of AI (University of Helsinki) →
Free, non-technical course designed for everyone. No coding required.
LinkedIn Learning AI Courses →
Many are free with a LinkedIn account. Focus on the role-specific ones.
Khan Academy AI for Everyone →
Free educational resources including AI fundamentals.
Prompt Engineering Guide →
Comprehensive free guide to getting better results from AI tools.
DeepLearning.AI Short Courses →
Andrew Ng's short, practical AI courses. Many are free.
Google Digital Garage →
Free digital skills training including AI modules.
Job Search
If you are actively looking, or want to be ready just in case.
Mental Health & Support
Job anxiety is real. Job loss grief is real. These resources can help.
Mind (UK) →
Mental health support and information. Includes specific guidance on work-related stress.
Samaritans (UK) →
Free, confidential support 24/7. Call 116 123.
SAMHSA Helpline (US) →
Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information. Call 1-800-662-4357.
Career Counselling Resources →
Find a qualified counsellor for career-related anxiety and stress.
Government Support
Benefits and support you may be entitled to.
UK Benefits Calculator →
Check what benefits you could be entitled to in the UK.
Benefits.gov (US) →
Official US government benefits finder.
Universal Credit (UK) →
Apply for Universal Credit if you have lost your job.
National Careers Service (UK) →
Free careers advice and skills assessment for UK residents.