You work for a company that has been going through many changes and agitation. The word going around about layoffs and worry that you will be next. If you have been an exemplary employee and dismissal-not for nothing he has done, be sure to ask these three questions as it gave the Pink Slip:

1. Request a letter of reference. You can use this to help you land that new job, it will be beneficial to have a letter praising you and your accomplishments. This will show prospective employers that the dismissal was a business decision and not any wrongdoing on his part. Most people forget to ask about this, and it is difficult to try and come back later and ask for one.

2. Ask about severance pay. Not automatically guarantee this unless stipulated in his employment contract when they were hired .. Usually, one week apart is given for each year of service to the company, but this may be negotiable. And especially if you have recently completed a major project, has been honored or achieve an important objective, be sure to remember. You can buy a week's severance pay is not planned to.

3. Are you entitled to payment for unused vacation? In most cases, the answer is no. Some companies allow you to roll over unused time from one year to another, while others have a use it or lose it policy. Most companies explain their rules in the employee handbook, but asking to be paid for his unused vacation pay can only earn a few extra dollars that could be used at this time.

You can not get any severance pay or vacation, and especially not if you do not ask. Do not forget, this is a very difficult situation for your boss, too, so he or she may be willing to give you more of the provisions. We'll never know unless you try, and the worst they can do is say no. If the moment passes, you may not have another opportunity to ask these questions again. Knowing in advance what to ask can give you the confidence to speak for yourself in this difficult time. Good luck!