It finally happened. I knew I was running the thin line, having had three different Directors and 4/6 peer managers laid-off before me. Now there is one technical manager left there.

At 8:30 this morning I was called into a conference room to see my newest Director and a HR manager sitting there. I knew immediately what was about to happen.

I kept my head high, was offered pay for the rest of this week and 1-week severance pay. I will get paid for my remaining vacation days, but I lose my personal days accrued.

To be honest, the first thing I thought of was to get home to make this post.

It really, really sucks getting laid-off. My first time ever for this experience. I can only imagine what's ahead of me trying to find another job.

Anyway, I need my friends.

 

My ole man use to say "I was lookin for a job when I found this one"! Head up man... you will survive!!

 

That blows! Hope you find a better job soon.

When I first read the post title, I thought it was good news because I saw "I got laid today". Funny what the mind wants to see sometimes!

 

I'm really sorry to hear this Paul. Hopefully another door will open real soon. If you need anything let me know. I'll do whatever I can to help you out brother.

 

Man, that really sucks. I know you've kinda been expecting it for a while now.

Now that you have the most important task out of the way (posting here), #2 on the list is to take advantage of your temporary freedom by getting out and riding. It'll clear the head and put things in perspective. Maybe a good time for Road Trip?

 

Sorry to hear this Paul, wishing you luck with new job that you will get. Lots of this going on, sign of the times.

 

Paul, sorry to hear this, i know you knew this was coming but it still hurts to have it done. If there is any thing I can do to help feel free to ask.

The way things are at my place I may be joining ya soon.

Eddie

 

as a friend that hits home. i am so sorry paul. but at times better doors open with this.
need anything let us know we are here. maybe a poorboy benefit ride.

 

Been in the same boat for over a year now. Every week I keep waiting to hear "the news", but it hasn't happened yet. All I can think is, "If they're going to lay me off I hope it's at least in the Summer so I can take advantage of the riding weather"! I hope you land on your feet though.

 

I'm sorry.. no matter if you are expecting it or not, it sucks. Huge blow to your self esteem.

I had it done to me in December last year. I continued to get up at 7am every weekday, hunt the internet from 7:30 to 9:30, then go and do whatever I wanted. It gave me that structure and schedule so I didn't fall in too deep on the depressive part of it.

Good luck to you Paul..