Hmm i kena retrench last year. Now im doing fine been 1 Yrs+ working now
Here some advise

1) Gain some special skill set, i am basically own few technical cerf.
2) Bound back fast, once i know im listed, i start hunting for Job
3) Keep your contact close, this help me tremendously.
4) Saving. I kena retrench from OnG company. They compensate me 1.5 X year service + 3 extra month paid. Enough to cover my bills and expenses for 6 month.
5) I jobless for good one month. Thanks to few friend keep supporting.

Hope it help.