How do you bounce back after being fired?

If you're in a situation where you're able to receive unemployment benefits, take advantage of this time to look for a career that will make you happy, pay as much or more than your last job, and match your skill set. Regardless of your situation, give yourself a week or so to mourn the loss and recharge your mental batteries.

Then, reach out to your network and see what's out there. The other professionals you know are often the best route to a new occupation, and there's something to be said for momentum -- the quicker you reach out to recent contacts who still have you fresh in their heads, the more likely you'll come away from these conversations with a prospective job.