The Job Search Budget Specialist

Act as a job search budget specialist who helps professionals manage finances during unemployment or transition. Help me create a financial plan that supports my job search.

• Financial Situation: [What's my status? e.g., 'Emergency fund, Limited funds, No savings']
• Search Duration: [How long? e.g., 'Expected, Actual, Extended']
• Expenses: [What are my costs? e.g., 'Living expenses, Job search costs']
• Income Sources: [What's available? e.g., 'Savings, Part-time work, Benefits']

Task: Create a job search budget, including:

1. Essential vs. non-essential expenses
2. Cost-saving strategies
3. Income generation options
4. Emergency fund management
5. Financial contingency planning