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IFoundLife · 41-45, F
Really sorry to hear that.. I am certain, something better will be waiting for you. Take care.
PTCdresser57 · 61-69, M
Beautywithin · 36-40, F
NoGamesTolerated · F
@Beautywithin most of the time.. that’s sadly the case.
Peapod · 61-69, F
It's a devastating feeling. I remember being laid off after 9 years and that was so scary since I was also finding out I was pregnant with my son.
I was in a very specialized field and thought I had no chance of finding work until I was approached by some to start working from home. I quickly realized I had something to offer and it wasn't going to cost much to start up. I was also able to collect unemployment as long as I was upfront about what I was earning. This bought me time to work out all the new kinks to my new home business.
No one could have told me that getting laid off would be the start of something great for me.
I hope you find the same sort of luck. Just take a deep breath and know you will likely find work soon enough.
I was in a very specialized field and thought I had no chance of finding work until I was approached by some to start working from home. I quickly realized I had something to offer and it wasn't going to cost much to start up. I was also able to collect unemployment as long as I was upfront about what I was earning. This bought me time to work out all the new kinks to my new home business.
No one could have told me that getting laid off would be the start of something great for me.
I hope you find the same sort of luck. Just take a deep breath and know you will likely find work soon enough.
Peapod · 61-69, F
@Sunshinekiss I do get it. I cried buckets when it first happened and I worked for such a miserable human being too. I was scared of change.
But looking back, I shudder to think I would have hung in there for another stretch of years, never seeing my own potential for something even better.
Most change is for the better, whether it initially seems like it or not.
But looking back, I shudder to think I would have hung in there for another stretch of years, never seeing my own potential for something even better.
Most change is for the better, whether it initially seems like it or not.
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Fairydust · F
@Sunshinekiss hopefully he has time to think, isn’t good.
Sunshinekiss · 51-55, F
@Fairydust doesn't sound positive at all.
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@Sunshinekiss Seriously, if you can...covertly seek out work with another practice, if at all possible, or a startup that you are an asset to and can help stick around. Because fuck that guy. Your loyalty is not valued enough. Covid or no, he should have been more upfront and not pulling this kind of stuff. He owes you that much for sticking with his practice that long.
Loyalty should be rewarded, not punished. A part of him may even be getting off on this so why play more into his hands if at all avoidable. Hope this is of use and good luck.
Loyalty should be rewarded, not punished. A part of him may even be getting off on this so why play more into his hands if at all avoidable. Hope this is of use and good luck.
HoraceGreenley · 56-60, M
Briggett · T
@PTCdresser57 wow I’m very sorry to hear about that.
I know the feeling very well. It happened to me about this same thing in 09 just before Christmas what a downer.
I do believe that you probably have some options because you have some real solid set of soft people skills based upon your posting and replies.
You will be in my thoughts. I’ll rooting you on and so will the rest of your friends out here.
More later
Good Luck
Wishing You All The Best
Bridgett
I know the feeling very well. It happened to me about this same thing in 09 just before Christmas what a downer.
I do believe that you probably have some options because you have some real solid set of soft people skills based upon your posting and replies.
You will be in my thoughts. I’ll rooting you on and so will the rest of your friends out here.
More later
Good Luck
Wishing You All The Best
Bridgett
PTCdresser57 · 61-69, M
Thank you Briggett!
PTCdresser57 · 61-69, M
Mine was a production plant closing Leggs. Had nothing to do with the holidays. They actually kept the plant open for an extra 90 days to clear everything out and send supplies to other production plants.
Gr8Guy1979 · 41-45, M
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the good news is that we're in the middle of 'the great resignation ' and you're probably in a better position as a part of the labor pool than you have been in years.
that said, it still sucks and makes for way too,much personal drama.
dont sell yourself short, if they offer a position, you don't have to accept a lower wage.
similar boat, I've quit my job. it'll be interesting to see how it shakes out.
that said, it still sucks and makes for way too,much personal drama.
dont sell yourself short, if they offer a position, you don't have to accept a lower wage.
similar boat, I've quit my job. it'll be interesting to see how it shakes out.
Lumberjack70 · 56-60, M
Sunshinekiss · 51-55, F
@Lumberjack70 it is. It feels like the heartbreak of a romantic break-up. With the added financial impact
BridgeOvertroubledWaters · 61-69, M
QuietEd2019 · 31-35, M
Sunshinekiss · 51-55, F
@QuietEd2019 it's not fun.
I know it will get better, but right now I'm just feeling....I can't even find a word for it.
It was just so sudden
I know it will get better, but right now I'm just feeling....I can't even find a word for it.
It was just so sudden
littlepuppywantanewlife · 31-35, M
ButterRobot · 51-55, M
Im sorry - that would be a shock..and its a shame he isn't honouring the agreement. If he's generally an honourable sort of person i assume his back is against the wall financially.
Sunshinekiss · 51-55, F
@ButterRobot that's what he's expressed to me. It still doesn't help my situation though.
helenS · 36-40, F
I don't know what to say. It's terrible. Do you have any other sources of income?
helenS · 36-40, F
@Sunshinekiss You could probably litigate but I don't think that would be of much help.
Shipwrecked · 46-50, M
Yikes!😳 That really sucks!!😖
(...and I would definitely check into the laws in your area, pertaining to "verbal contracts".
(...and I would definitely check into the laws in your area, pertaining to "verbal contracts".
Sunshinekiss · 51-55, F
@Shipwrecked thank you. It might cost me more than I'd gain to pursue it. Especially in terms of a reference.
Shipwrecked · 46-50, M
GLITTER · 36-40, F
I’m really sorry to hear that. Do you not get any redundancy pay or anything?
GLITTER · 36-40, F
@Sunshinekiss are you in the uk? Surely after that long of service you should get something
GLITTER · 36-40, F
@Sunshinekiss urghhhhhh that seriously sucks 🤗🤗 I hope things get better soon
Sunshinekiss · 51-55, F
Not one word since he basically fired me Friday and yesterday he sent me a text message wishing me a happy Thanksgiving complete with turkwy emojis.
Stillwaiting · M
Ugh .. so sorry to hear this for you. Hopefully you can find a better alternative.
Sunshinekiss · 51-55, F
@Stillwaiting thank you. I am trying to be optimistic and stop the negative thoughts that come with uncertainty. It still creeps in from time to time.
TheConstantGardener · 56-60, M
Sorry to hear that. Hopefully you get a redundancy payment and a chance of similar employment soon.
ExperienceDLT · M
That is beyond screwed up you should call the labor board and turn him in immediately
CestManan · 46-50, F
@ExperienceDLT That probably would not solve anything.
The attitude one needs to have about their job is "If I am working today it just means I have a job today."
It kind of sucks but it isn't like the old days where one worked for the same company most of their working years and got set up with a nice pension.
The attitude one needs to have about their job is "If I am working today it just means I have a job today."
It kind of sucks but it isn't like the old days where one worked for the same company most of their working years and got set up with a nice pension.
Tres13 · 51-55, M
not good but it opens up new doors,good luck
Sunshinekiss · 51-55, F
@Tres13 thank you
SteveTomms · 56-60, M
so sorry to hear this! Wish you all the very best!!
Flightx · 51-55, M
Am sorry to hear that... trust all will be ok
Bobdale · 56-60, M
Damnit. Sorry
Human1000 · M
You could sue, or at least draw up a demand letter.
iamonfire696 · 41-45, F
I am so sorry.