livendive 8 #1 October 16, 2003 I got laid off yesterday, after giving my employer 10 years of my life. Fuck. Blues, Dave"I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
juanesky 0 #2 October 16, 2003 Welcome to the ranks......I did, but until the end of this month... Hope you got at least a got severance........"According to some of the conservatives here, it sounds like it's fine to beat your wide - as long as she had it coming." -Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livendive 8 #3 October 16, 2003 QuoteHope you got at least a got severance........ Yeah, they're paying me my salary for 30 more days, then giving me a week's pay for each year of service. It was actually kinda nice not having to get up and go anywhere today, but if I haven't found something within a month, I'll start to worry. It figures that I've finally got the time to get some stuff done around the house, but not the money to do those things. Blues, Dave"I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trigger 0 #4 October 16, 2003 Currently in my 3rd week!!!!!!!!!It's O.K. but i dread the social[D.H.S.S] gustapo!!!.CHOP WOOD COLLECT WATER. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rebecca 0 #5 October 16, 2003 Sorry to hear that- a lot of us at my co. are facing the same thing. Worst part is how slow they are about it- we've known for well over a month now, and it's just dragging on, killing morale... I'm pretty ambivalent about being let go. Yeah, I'd rather have a job and a paycheck, but it could be the kick in the ass I need to find what it is I'm meant to do- this sure as hell isn't it. Was your job your 'calling'? If so, you're probably very good at it (or at least enthusiastic), and will have no problems finding another employer. If not, hey, go do something that makes you happy. This could be a blessing in disguise... Think about it... you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
weegegirl 2 #6 October 16, 2003 What do you do? Maybe some dz.comer from around your area can help. Sorry to hear about it. I got laid off last November and didn't get a new job until last month (mostly cuz I spent all my time jumping off my unemployment money instead of looking for a new job). Oh, well. Have fun while you're free!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trigger 0 #7 October 16, 2003 Unemployment is a funny thing!!! Just when i'd thought i'd grown outa playstation!.CHOP WOOD COLLECT WATER. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyIvan 0 #8 October 16, 2003 As President and Founder of the U.S.A (Unemployed Skydivers of America) I welcome you to the ranks...I know...it sucks. __________________________________________ Blue Skies and May the Force be with you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Casie 0 #9 October 16, 2003 Sorry......that really SUCKS! I'm sending you some big TEXAS **VIBES & HUGZ**........hope it helps!~Porn Kitty WARNING: Goldschlager causes extreme emotional outbursts! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
klingeme 1 #10 October 16, 2003 I'm a laid off trainer with an education degree and 5 years training experience if anyone in Florida is looking for one of those. Mark Klingelhoefer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
juanesky 0 #11 October 16, 2003 Anything you send this way will help the healing..."According to some of the conservatives here, it sounds like it's fine to beat your wide - as long as she had it coming." -Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rainbo 0 #12 October 16, 2003 Dude, I know the feelin'. Been 8 weeks for me now. Look at the bright side, plenty of time to watch the forums now. Rainbo Now I'm a loveable loser...feels much betterRainbo TheSpeedTriple - Speed is everything "Blessed are those who can give without remembering, and take without forgetting." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
b1jercat 0 #13 October 16, 2003 Don't worry , Dubya's tax cut will kick in any day now. blues jerry Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #14 October 16, 2003 Company loyalty is zero because it is a 2-way street. I believe that this problem is the reason for 401-K plans, because there is no expectation of being around 7 years to be vested in a pension plan. After my last contract, the employees said that I should roll in for job security. 30 days later, the project was outsourced to IBM and all the employees let go. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cornholio 0 #15 October 16, 2003 QuoteAs President and Founder of the U.S.A (Unemployed Skydivers of America) I welcome you to the ranks...I know...it sucks. Ivan, are you STILL a member ?? What's it been, like 6 months now ? Longer ?? Ya'know, I wouldn't mind working at Starbucks - it beats unemployment rates, plus you get bennies and FREE coffee ! Butthead: Whoa! Burritos for breakfast! Beavis: Yeah! Yeah! Cool! bellyflier on the dz.com hybrid record jump Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yardhippie 0 #16 October 16, 2003 Im sorry to hear that considering im finishing up my stint for the past 7 months of unemployment. Yup, today I got the call... and I start Sunday. Good luck to ya, I know I wont take as long as me, cuz Im a damn lazy ass bum. Goddam dirty hippies piss me off! ~GFD "What do I get for closing your rig?" ~ me "Anything you want." ~ female skydiver Mohoso Rodriguez #865 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyIvan 0 #17 October 16, 2003 QuoteIvan, are you STILL a member ?? What's it been, like 6 months now Close to 3 months, but, sometimes if I go to Starbucks or places like that they say No thanks, or You are OVERQUALIFIED, which is not bad, but still...it sucks. I'm waiting for some calls, hopefully something will happen soon.__________________________________________ Blue Skies and May the Force be with you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lummy 4 #18 October 16, 2003 Ehhh??? You back in the line Matt? I dunno bout you, but Im making more than minimum wage on UI (thank Goodness) My next step up the corporate ladder is Grocery clerk...I promise not to TP Davis under canopy.. I promise not to TP Davis under canopy.. eat sushi, get smoochieTTK#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aviatrr 0 #19 October 17, 2003 What kinda work do you do Dave? Sorry to hear it. I know a lot of people in the same boat....most seem to be in the computer field. Mike Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
underdog 0 #20 October 17, 2003 I feel Ya dude...... it's been a month for me. I'm also lucky enough not to be able to draw unemployment. it's that contract labor thing. anybody got food stamps they'll share? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkyDolphin 0 #21 October 17, 2003 Hey Dave, Sorry to hear that. I know what you are going through. It happened to me last December and as a result, I know have to drive from Kirkland to Tacoma every day. Now that Sucks! Come on over to the west side and look for a job. What do you do anyway? Rhonda Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livendive 8 #22 October 17, 2003 QuoteHey Dave, Sorry to hear that. I know what you are going through. It happened to me last December and as a result, I know have to drive from Kirkland to Tacoma every day. Now that Sucks! Come on over to the west side and look for a job. What do you do anyway? I do environmental stuff. Most of my experience is in the compliance realm, especially related to hazardous waste and PCBs, but I can also do environmental site assessments and have a fair grasp of remedial laws, processes, and technology. Right now I'm actually kind of stoked about this whole thing. I had an informal interview yesterday that went pretty well and reached the point of "we might be able to talk salary and introduce you around the office sometime late next week". I think there's a very good chance that I'll be able to find a new job before I'm even "officially" off the payroll, in which case the severance package will just be like a bonus check, not to mention the very real possibility that I'll be making more money and doing more challenging work. All in all, I think this will turn out to be for the best. It still leaves a bad taste in my mouth given the loyalty I showed my employer, but what the hell...lesson learned. We just built a new house last year, so moving to the west side isn't at the top of my list of options. Hey, by pure coincidence, Lora came into town on Wednesday (the day I got laid off), so she had the distinct pleasure of accompanying me through 8 bottles of very good wine. I'm glad I wasn't the one who had to be at work the next morning! Blues, Dave"I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkyDolphin 0 #23 October 17, 2003 Eight bottles of wine. DUDE!!!! I know what you mean about the house. Richard and I just bought a house in Kirkland. Wish I could say it was new. It was built in 1956 but you know how expensive houses are over here. I love it though. We could have bought twice the house for the same amount of money if we wanted to go out 15 - 20 miles to the east but my commute is hellish enough as it is. Rhonda Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rebecca 0 #24 October 17, 2003 QuoteI think there's a very good chance that I'll be able to find a new job before I'm even "officially" off the payroll, in which case the severance package will just be like a bonus check, not to mention the very real possibility that I'll be making more money and doing more challenging work. All in all, I think this will turn out to be for the best. Quoteyou will have no problems finding another employer. I can't resist. TOLD YOU SO!!! Way to go Dave! you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livendive 8 #25 October 17, 2003 QuoteI can't resist. TOLD YOU SO!!! Way to go Dave! LOL - yeah, you did. It's been nice not having to get up early the last two mornings. If I'm still not having to get up early in a few weeks, I'll start to worry, but right now I'm trying to be optimistic about it (and of course trying to plan a perfectly poignant response to the company who got my last 10 years). Conniving is fun! Blues, Dave"I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
