May 07, 2008 | Survivor...Sort Of
Tuesdays, I think, are not usually the day one should receive bad news. Tuesday is the day you recover from whatever Monday threw at you. It's the "do-over" for Monday. It's what gets you to Wednesday and helps you make it through the rest of the week. Bad news, in my opinion, should be delivered later in the week. Thursdays are good. Sometimes even Friday works. Then you have the weekend to sort of absorb and recover.
So when I wandered into work yesterday, A TUESDAY, I was really not expecting to find out that I was being "kicked off the island", again. This time, however, the actual kicking didn't happen the same day. In fact, it may take a few months before they escort me away. I'm still trying to decide if this scenario is favorable over immediate expulsion. Maybe I'll have a better idea in a week or two.
I've been told that it's not a reflection on my performance, it's strictly budget related. That doesn't really make it sting any less.
Anybody need to hire a competent and quick graphic designer?
Thank you all for your well wishes, etc. I truly appreciate it.
I still have no news as to how long I still have a job, but will keep y'all posted.
So sorry! Damn Tuesdays! I hope things work out for you soon.
I'm very sorry for your job loss. I know it's really hard to not take being laid off as a personal slight. And now, for some unsolicited advice!
It might be worth your time to head to your local library and check out What Color Is My Parachute? Yes, it's still as hokey as it was when your high school guidance counselor pointed you in that direction, but they dropped a lot of job searching hints that had never occurred to me. Try to find a copy that came out after 2004, because they update it every year, it seems.
I don't know if it's applicable where you are, but see if your state has a "career services" division or something of that nature. Even if they have no leads or helpful hints, they'll let you print out your resume when you don't have the money to buy more ink.
I'm so sorry girl. Unbelievable. I have faith that you will find something else and soon.
Man, this sucks and I'm so sorry to hear about it. I highly suggest you check out the job listings at Cisco. They're a great company to work for and you could still take light rail there to work. =)
i think what you are doing is the best, to think things over for a couple of days. a lot can happen in a few months.
I'm sorry to hear the news...I hope that you find another spot to shine in soon!
That sucks! I'll keep my eyes and ears open for you.
Wow, I'm really sorry to hear that. I'll keep my eyes and ears open on your behalf. :(
zoinks!!! Better call Chris F.! And fast! We just had lunch in Austin and your name came up. Keep me posted, ok?
Oh, I'm so sorry! I hope it turns out to be for the best.
And I'd love to hire you to do a couple of things to my site!
Oh, not again! I agree with Mary-Lynn - misery beer is probably called for at the moment, and if I was nearby I'd take you out for one.
Ahhh. I'm so sorry. That really sucks. The good part is that at least you'll have a job while you look for another one.
Blah. I am so sorry. Let me know when and where you want to get drunk! (I believe this sort of thing generally calls for misery beers)
damn. that stinks. i'm sorry to hear that. hope the last few months aren't too bad!