Being out of work is tough - one of the toughest situations you can be in - and it's not made any easier by the current recession. Get help from others using the forum below. We have experts on hand ready to answer any questions you have.

Useful between-work links:

• Sell stuff to keep yourself afloat (you can buy it back within 62 days with 0% interest)
• Get benefits (UK users only)
• Get the career guidance report - totally free
• Aggregated job search - search all the UK job sites with one search

Considering starting your own company?

• Edinburgh startups - StartupCafe
• UK business link
• Claim working tax credit

Use the between-work forum below to chat about any questions or ideas you may have - as always on Matiogi, you can post anonymously if you wish.