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Default Aug 02, 2020 at 08:22 AM
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Well, it's been a little over one week of unemployment, and I must say, this is doing wonders for my mental health right now. I feel sooooo much better, being gone from a toxic work environment, I am far less stressed out, I am happier, and I feel free.

They really did me a HUGE favor. So I thank God that I was laid off.

And I received my unemployment acceptance within just one week! That's unheard of. Usually it takes 2-3 weeks to process your application. So, I got my benefits.

Now I just need the gov't to pass the law to extend additional unemployment benefits. That will really help us right now. That's the only thing that has me a bit on edge right now -- is whether they will pass another extended and enhanced benefit for the unemployed.

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Default Aug 02, 2020 at 08:48 PM
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Well, that was an interesting turn of events. My annual review was supposed to happen today, and I got laid off beforehand and instead.

They said it's strictly financial, and not performance-based. Then the CEO listed a bunch of clients in my dept who had cut back on services with us, laying out to me that our dept as a whole is not financially doing well.

He almost laid me off last fall, but kept me on, and had told me then that I am the highest paid in my dept., also explaining to me that my dept as a whole is not cutting it financially.

And no new clients have come on board since then.

This is my third layoff in my lifetime.

I'm not thrilled about it, but at the same time, it could be a blessing. I didn't like my company's leadership, most especially my boss and team manager.

I thought they ran things in an upside down and backwards way.

Maybe this is an opportunity to finally land the position I want, while not dealing with the stress of poor leadership decisions.

Eh, whatever. I will land of my feet, as I always do.
I'm sorry to hear that. Keeping a positive attitude will help you move forward.
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I'm sorry to hear that. Keeping a positive attitude will help you move forward.
Thanks so much, @Buffy01!

I will remain positive!!!

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Thanks so much, @Buffy01!

I will remain positive!!!
I been through it myself. So I understand.
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I been through it myself. So I understand.
Thank you. It can suck, right? This is in fact my third layoff in my lifetime. At least I know what to expect! lol. On the plus side.

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Default Aug 04, 2020 at 05:56 PM
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I have an interview! For a Director level role!!

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Good luck!!
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Default Aug 05, 2020 at 07:50 AM
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With the last recruiter I spoke with, I made a big mistake and spoke TOO much and gave TOO much detail around the layoff, which may have hurt me. He asked if anyone else was laid off due to COVID aside from me. And I said NO, which looks suspect or bad for me. Two people in fact had been laid off before me and before COVID. It's only a 22 person company, so they cannot afford to lay off many people at once. Next time, if the same question is asked of me, I am going to say that others were laid off before me and that the company has been struggling for some time.

Ugh. Live and learn!

I am speaking to another recruiter this morning.

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Default Aug 09, 2020 at 06:27 AM
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With the last recruiter I spoke with, I made a big mistake and spoke TOO much and gave TOO much detail around the layoff, which may have hurt me. He asked if anyone else was laid off due to COVID aside from me. And I said NO, which looks suspect or bad for me. Two people in fact had been laid off before me and before COVID. It's only a 22 person company, so they cannot afford to lay off many people at once. Next time, if the same question is asked of me, I am going to say that others were laid off before me and that the company has been struggling for some time.

Ugh. Live and learn!

I am speaking to another recruiter this morning.
Best of luck with the next interview! I do the same thing, say something I haven't meant to in an interview in the moment then realise after but at least you are aware of what you should say next time!
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Best of luck with the next interview! I do the same thing, say something I haven't meant to in an interview in the moment then realise after but at least you are aware of what you should say next time!
Thanks soo much!!!

Yes, I learned a valuable lesson! I won't be repeating that mistake again. Nooooo.
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Default Aug 10, 2020 at 06:00 AM
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WOW. So I am blown away. My most difficult client approached me and offered me a recommendation on LinkedIn. I know they were very happy with my work and with me, but it was a very pleasant surprise when they both reached out to me after I was laid off to offer their help and assistance. One of them wrote a glowing recommendation/review on my LinkedIn profile, which I am most happy about, and the other offered to provide a reference, if needed.

This reminds me of when I was a waitress, and how those who gave me the hardest time also gave me the biggest tips. Funny how that works.

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Blown away AGAIN. My CEO wrote a recommendation for me on LinkedIn as well. It was the most thorough, thoughtful, insightful and glowing recommendation I could ask for!!!!! I am soooooo happy about this.

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Blown away AGAIN. My CEO wrote a recommendation for me on LinkedIn as well. It was the most thorough, thoughtful, insightful and glowing recommendation I could ask for!!!!! I am soooooo happy about this.

Amazing things happen at the most unexpected of times. I’m happy for you.
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Amazing things happen at the most unexpected of times. I’m happy for you.
They really do!!!!!!!

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How awesome!!!!!
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How awesome!!!!!
Yes!!!! And thanks!!!

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I’m glad that’s all worked in your favor and hope you get the new position you want.

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I’m glad that’s all worked in your favor and hope you get the new position you want.
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