thunder
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good luck.
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crazybass888
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Good luck!
I got laid off last year after 9 years in the radio business... moving from personality up to Director of Ops....
But now I'm in an easier job that requires less hours, has better security, and is much more friendly to my music... did I mention the better pay?
Good luck my friend, oppurtunity knocks
I got laid off last year after 9 years in the radio business... moving from personality up to Director of Ops....
But now I'm in an easier job that requires less hours, has better security, and is much more friendly to my music... did I mention the better pay?
Good luck my friend, oppurtunity knocks
Evolver
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I wish you and your family the best! I am nearly 52 and lack of security in corporations as is now common is quite scary, especially with a large family. I think though a positive attitude in these situations is a great benefit and I agree with everyone that this can be a wonderful opportunity.
men overboard ? or "walk the plankmatey!"
congrats on paying the price for freedom, but sorry to hear the tough luck etc.
in the words of an IT consultant from decades ago "you can't save your way to prosperity" ...
Good Luck with your music career
/PL
Yesterday, at 11:15AM E.S.T. I got the official word... I will be unemployed come November this year...
I actually spent yesterday laughing and sharing thoughts with some of my closest friends at the office - also exited like me - it was surreal. There was no wailing or stomping around; everybody took it in stride. Folks were being informed all day long at 15 minute intervals, starting at 9:00AM - it only took a few interviews for the entire floor to know what was going on.
For me, this follows 20+ years of service with my company, through which I not only "survived" four major mergers but actually benefited and grew professionally with each one, holding multiple positions in various organizations over the years. The only employer I've ever known has decided my services are no longer required. My company put me through college, expensed many a conference, paid for all of my advanced and specialized technology training... Overall, they've been very good to me over the past 20+years.
Sign of the times, Corporate America and the "Almighty Dollar" - gotta show the saves and push down the spend. I was one of approximately 75-100 people informed yesterday... Approximately 40-50% of my organization. The action looks great on paper - it's amazing to watch the cuts over the years - there's always more to cut no matter how stretched the folks on the ground are.
Anyway, I've got a reasonable serverance coming and I'm weighing all my options - everything - career paths, relocation, everything.
One thing, though, for sure is a re-focus on what really matters; health and spirit, family and friends, and personal joys like music. While I generally keep them a priority, I anticipating investing heavily in all of them over the next few months.
And I am so looking forward to a party in the Desert come September!
congrats on paying the price for freedom, but sorry to hear the tough luck etc.
in the words of an IT consultant from decades ago "you can't save your way to prosperity" ...
Good Luck with your music career
/PL
AnthonyD
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Continued thanks, guys...
Since I've been informed "unofficially" (this is the way it's done at my company - my "official" notice comes in written form in a few weeks) I've not told many people yet - glad to share and get the support here.
I am a big believer in the power of positive thinking - and practicing what I preace!
Since I've been informed "unofficially" (this is the way it's done at my company - my "official" notice comes in written form in a few weeks) I've not told many people yet - glad to share and get the support here.
I am a big believer in the power of positive thinking - and practicing what I preace!
Aussie Mark
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MrMusashi
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hehe.. perhaps your family takes a sneek peak too?
change isnt necessarily bad, just different.. like its been said: might be scary though when you got family to worry about, but it might be a very good thing as well
MrM
change isnt necessarily bad, just different.. like its been said: might be scary though when you got family to worry about, but it might be a very good thing as well
MrM
Good luck and bless you for the positive attitude. I was laid off in June after 15 years of faithful service. I was only given 9 days notice, however, despite the fact that my contract specified a minimum of 60. I have chosen to take the high road and finished out may last weeks without saying much at all, really. As luck would have it, I will start a new position at a hospital across town in September at fewer hours with better pay and beneifts in a much friendlier environment, so I really have been done a favor.
In the meantime, I've had much of the summer off with my kids, a chance to re-evaluate my career, and a lot more time in the woodshed!!!
Here's hoping you'll have the same!
In the meantime, I've had much of the summer off with my kids, a chance to re-evaluate my career, and a lot more time in the woodshed!!!
Here's hoping you'll have the same!
AnthonyD
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Right there, Sharon... That's exactly the template I'm looking to follow, albeit with longer timelines (my "notice" is approximately 105 days and my severance will carry me for a while).
Glad to hear of your happy ending!
Glad to hear of your happy ending!
