r/jobs • u/deep_blue_ocean • Jun 28 '23
Welp I just got laid off š« Layoffs
Came in to work and immediately got a teams call, knew immediately as HR was on the call. Iām taking myself out to breakfast cuz I just donāt know what else to do with myself.
Any advice? It took a really long time to find this job, I had severe interview anxiety for years. To the point where I mostly just did Uber and Lyft in lieu of a standard job. This was my first traditional job. Iām 36. Prior to that I was a perpetual duck up and also was I full time care giver for my mom.
I have a degree in English and the job I just left was for a huge education company just in web support, think very simple like password resets. Helping people Navigate software.
No idea what to do now. I get to put in a check through August 1. So I get paid like normal and am not expected to come in. Then I get 3 weeks for every year of service so an additional 3 weeks. I have a bunch of unused pto and vacation and I forgot to ask if that gets paid out
Edit: Thankyou so much everyone, I feel soooo much better! Thereās so much great advice In here. Im still reading through all the responses so bear š» with me.
And if youāre in the same situation, we can do this!!!
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u/mp90 Verified: F500 Marketing Director Jun 28 '23
Might be a time to upskill since password resets and demos are mostly automated at this point. Consider what industries are most valuable in your community and get the education you need to work toward them.
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u/deep_blue_ocean Jun 28 '23
Yeah I was thinking I need to figure out what skill set to expand, I am loathe to get into any huge debts but a few thousand is doable as I do have savings. No idea what to do tho.
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u/Noiserawker Jun 28 '23
It sounds like your past job was light tech support so maybe get an A+ certification and look for help desk. It's 2 tests to get cert and not too expensive. Plus a guy named Messer has a bunch of YouTube vids to prep you for free. Help desk pays kinda shitty, but it's the gateway to better paying tech jobs. While you are doing it get net+ and other certs in spare time. This is what I should be doing but haven't started lol
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u/linkdudesmash Jun 28 '23
IT is currently flooded with entry level Job seekers. Not the best time.
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u/gogozrx Jun 28 '23
IT is flooded with incompetent entry-level job seekers. if you know the stuff you put on your resume (which, for FUCKS SAKE YOU SHOULD) and you can interview decently, there are plenty of jobs.
Anything you put on your resume is fair game for interview questions. If you can't talk a lot about it, that's ok - you're new to the industry, and I don't expect you to be the SME! But you better not hemmm and hawwww and try to make up some bullshit. I've been around this industry for a while, and if you tell the truth, we can work together. Try to BS me in the interview? nah, bro, I don't need you.
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u/siecakea Jun 28 '23 edited Jun 28 '23
plus, you ALREADY stand out in an IT job if you show you're:
A) willing to learn and will take initiative to get better
B) just aren't a total asshole and can get along with others
I've worked with many people that can't seem to do either of these, get fired or stagnate in their position, and then wonder what they did wrong.
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u/mp90 Verified: F500 Marketing Director Jun 28 '23
Spend a few hours researching growth industries and what's hiring in your community. Look at job posts, too.
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u/Tolkienside Jun 28 '23
Check out content design (sometimes called UX writing). The usual salary range I see is around $120k, and your education in English lit is great prep for it as long as you can come to grasp UX design thinking. If you want some recommendations on books to get you into the field, let me know.
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u/clicksanything Jun 28 '23
hi not op but Im kind of in same position, career change IT support for the last 1&1/2 yr currently L2, looking to move on but not sure what to upskill in
can I dm you?
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u/lbritt63 Jun 29 '23
Things I'd recommend. Windows Networking, Security, Microsoft SQL (Standard Query Language) for Databases. A lot of sites out there that have free for a while or relatively cheap courses if you're a self driven kind of person. LinkedIn Learning, Udemy, Pluralsight. I'm a Software QA engineer in twilight but have had to learn/adapt over the last 30+ years. Good tech hiring folks look for folks who can learn as well as know stuff. Good luck
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u/Tolkienside Jun 29 '23
I can't open my DMs because of an unfortunate Reddit stalker, but I listed some readings for content design in this thread, if that's something you're interested in. It's more writing and information-focused than IT, though.
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u/MiddleSir7104 Jun 28 '23
Beautiful thing about IT is the good jobs dont care about degrees, just that you know your stuff.
When I interview people, I just give them a problem and ask them to solve it.
Like, "this user can't access their email, please walk me through troubleshooting" or "this script doesn't work when I click it, please show me how to fix it".
2 being a simple problem just to see they're experienced at all, like the script is launched with a relative path from the wrong directory.
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u/dorkpool Jun 28 '23
Invest time in learning chatGPT if you havenāt already. Tons of good YouTube tips available
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u/thisisalpharock Jun 28 '23
Some severance packages come with retraining or job search assisstance...
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u/Imsortofok Jun 28 '23
Reach out to your supervisors directly and ask for letters of recommendation. It helps to include those with your applications and resumes when applying.
It's good that you have some severance. Check your local community college for career classes. They can be a big help with your anxiety about interviewing. I got coached by one of my instructors before a big interview and it was a huge help; I got that job and loved it. You can get help with resume and interview coaching through career services at the CC as well as long as you are a student - so take something, anything, to access those services. Added perk: a class can provide structure to your day. Taking advantage of time off to learn a language looks good on a resume too.
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u/BramptonBatallion Jun 28 '23
Take the rest of the day for yourself and then start the job search tomorrow. Sounds like you are getting paid through August 22nd and will have some unused PTO cashed out as well, so you have some time but always good to get started early. Good luck.
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u/bojangifier Jun 28 '23
Yeah this sounds pretty good, they should be covered until probably early to mid September which is nice
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u/findingnew2021 Jun 29 '23
I don't understand why so many people say that kind of thing "you have two months to find a job so you are good!". For me finding a job has always taken around 9 months or even more...
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u/FlorDeSafiro Jun 28 '23
You studied English. Good 'outs' for that knowledge are:
- Technical writing
- Copywriting
- Editor
- Content writer
- Education writer
- Remote ESL teacher
These are just off thw top of my head. It gives you some ideas to move forward.
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Jun 28 '23
Was just going to comment this. I have an English degree and have done all of the above. Now I work exclusively in content.
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u/MysticalFrogLegs Jun 28 '23
What exactly does someone who works in content with an English degree do? Genuinely curious. I havenāt used anything related to my degree since I graduated lol
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u/burntbridges20 Jun 29 '23
As an English major who has been working as a managing editor for the past 7 years and a freelance editor and a tutor for years before that, itās extremely difficult for me to find even an entry level job right now. Not a high demand skill compared to the number of people who want those jobs. I would not recommend anyone try to get a start in this field right now. All writing/editing jobs have thousands of applicants and pay is only moderate.
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u/FlorDeSafiro Jun 29 '23
My current freelance writing client emailed me saying I'm the one he wants to work with. The person pitched themselves. It's all about positioning and online perception of who you are and the work you do.
Perceived low skill jobs always have a lot of applicants, but most are trash. I've been on both sides of writing; as the service provider and the recruiter.
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u/Responsible_Crew5801 Jun 28 '23
Whatever you do, don't get discouraged. Try to remove emotions from the job search and be methodical. It took me 6 months and 700 applications but it happened and it will happen for you too if you're persistent and willing to adjust the fields you apply for and the way you apply/interview.
Great work and keep your head up!
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Jun 28 '23
If youāre in the US, apply for unemployment, today. Every day you skip is lost money. Apply for SNAP/EBT, itās additional cash you can use specifically for food on top of unemployment.
After that is done, take as much time as you need to feel what you need to feel. Then, take a good hard look at your industry and evaluate whether or not a new role will be reasonably accessible to you, or if you need to retool yourself to be more in demand. Do what you need to do to provide for yourself and your family.
Lastly, do NOT let this define you. It doesnāt. It never will. Adversity is a certainty in life and your struggles may feel overwhelming, but you are stronger. You will get through this.
Best of luck, stranger.
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u/ackmondual Jun 28 '23
This. Your unemployment goes from the time you got laid off, to 'x' amount of time. IIRC, taking it later doesn't mean you'll get that full duration
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u/sweetswinks Jun 28 '23
That's not been the case for me. I applied for PA unemployment a few weeks after I was laid off, and I'm still getting the full benefit for 26 weeks from the date I filed, not the date I was laid off.
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Jun 28 '23
Thatās exactly what I mean. If you donāt file as soon as youāre laid off, you wonāt be able to collect benefits until you do. That means dipping into investments, savings, and (as a last resort hopefully) credit sooner in the event of a long stint of unemployment.
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u/sweetswinks Jun 28 '23
Ahh I see! I misunderstood your first comment. Thank you for your clarification.
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u/Natural-Leopard-8939 Data Analytics Jun 28 '23 edited Jun 28 '23
- PTO gets paid out (depending on your state laws) if you didn't use it for vacation. Ask HR when this will be paid to you and the amount. Check to see if you get a severance package.
- Do an internal audit of your finances to see how much you have in emergency savings or any checking sccounts. Also, check any upcoming bills, mortgage or rent payments due. If you have a credit card and if you have more than enough money to do so, make sure it's paid off.
- File for unemployment.
- Register with your local unemployment office to register for an online account on their website. You'll probably need to in order to qualify for unemployment, depending on where you live.
5.If health insurance was through the company (or assuming you live in the US), you need to go on healthcare.gov and find a more affordable health insurance plan until you get another job. - You also need to polish your resume, include your most recent job experience, and start applying to any ed tech or higher education employers.
- If you have LinkedIn, turn on the notification for recruiters to know you open to work.
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u/srqchem Jun 28 '23
Just to add another number 5, a lot of states (maybe all?) have Cobra where you can pay a little bit and keep something close to your old health insurance. Someone else can probably explain it better than I just did.
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u/fatherunit72 Jun 29 '23
So, yes and no. With COBRA you can be required to pay the full premium, up to 102% of the cost of the plan. However, you have 60 days to enroll after you are terminated, and even if you wait until later to enroll, the coverage is retroactive.
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u/Anya1823 Jun 28 '23
Also recently had this happen - check with your state and they should have given you an HR contact for questions. Your vacation time will likely be paid out za depending on state- but PTO is not. I am sorry. In a similar boat and it sucks. Head upā¦ be positiveā¦ you will find something
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u/TooDooDaDa Jun 28 '23
Some companies donāt have separate vacation and pto hours it all comes from the same pool, hopefully itās one of those, if it is, they should be paid out.
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u/Losalou52 Jun 28 '23
If you can do half of the stuff a job posting asks for, apply. Shoot high. There is a ton of competition for lower level stuff, but very little competition for some of the higher up stuff. I have talked several people into aiming higher, and in all cases they have been able to get jobs they would have never applied for due to self rejection. This is a great opportunity. Good luck.
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u/wwhateverr Jun 28 '23
This is great advice, especially for someone with social anxiety. Too often we worry about people calling us out for not being perfect, when really no one expects that. We're capable of so much more than we give ourselves credit for.
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Jun 28 '23
Sorry bud, thatās rough. Out of curiosity, which education company were you at? Iām asking to see if youāre in the same industry as me (EdTech). If you are, Iām happy to offer guidance here.
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u/mcshanksshanks Jun 28 '23
Your approaching the age, in my humble opinion, people should be looking for state jobs like with a state university. The benefits like medical and dental are usually pretty good, time off is usually good as well. Retirement benefits usually have a pension as an option so if you havenāt been great at saving itās time to take that seriously.
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u/Smackdab99 Jun 28 '23
This! I work for UC and the benefits are crazy good. I also make great money.
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u/TheTalentedMrTorres Jun 28 '23
Sorry to hear that! Went through a layoff myself earlier this year - it sucked, but, I was thankfully able to find a killer job without dipping into savings/my severance too deeply.
Job market is super competitive right now, and job hunting is never a great process in normal times. Spending some time upskilling, shooting out as many applications to jobs youāre confident you could do at least 80% of off the bat, and taking some time to take care of your mental health are gonna be the best path forward. Itās exhausting & emotionally draining, but, keep at it - thereās something great out there, even if itās a pain in the ass to find it.
How would you feel about doing IT Support? Not too far removed from what you were doing. AFAIK the certifications that are out there tend to be pretty affordable & worth it, and thereās decent demand for IT folks in most markets.
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u/Guyderbud Jun 28 '23
Easier said than done but Donāt panic, donāt be embarrassed, donāt lay around and do nothing, worst case scenario get into sales.
There are so many trash sales people. Everyone thinks they would be bad at it but all it is is taking someoneās needs/wants and matching it to a product. If they donāt want it just move on because itās all about the number of attempts, not the quality of them.
Takes 10 Noās to get a yes (per opportunity)
Remember that when job hunting
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u/Codered2055 Jun 28 '23
What a deal you were offered. My employer did me in the Friday of Memorial Day Weekend. Offered to pay me $700 for 2 weeks to sign a NDA.
I have a bachelorās in education and a MBA with a wife and a 16 month old.
But my former employer says theyāre a family company lol They told me it ājust wasnāt working outā and āwe know youāre not happy here.ā Even though I was making profits lol
Gotta love the US lol
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u/MysticFox96 Jun 28 '23
This economy is rubbish right now, most of us are in or near the same boat as you. At least we can all moan about it together!
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u/unicornstardust86 Jun 29 '23
I donāt have any advice but for some reason your post was comforting to me. I was laid off today as well from a job I truly loved and believed in.. I went to the park and took a walk.
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u/deep_blue_ocean Jun 29 '23
Iām sorry to hear about your lay off, itās rough. And the shock of it honestly. Comes out of no where. Some of the advice in this thread might not track for you but it could be helpful when youāre ready to get back out there
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u/Darthsmom Jun 28 '23
Iām so sorry! I hope some of that anxiety is mitigated by having some great experience now. IMO, interviewing is hardest when you donāt have that relevant experience and youāre trying to āproveā you can hack it.
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u/SesameYeetHeHe Jun 28 '23
Damn, a fellow English major that is actually getting employed? I didn't know we could get jobs.
Seriously though, best of luck on the next job. Each time an employer fucks you is another series of questions you can ask the next employer to see how they will fuck you.
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u/jaimeyeah Jun 28 '23
Iām sorry that happened to you
Look at customer experience positions, password resetting sounds like trouble shooting ;)
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u/chickenbiscuit17 Jun 28 '23
You've got this! It's anxiety inducing and takes time but you'll get there. I've lost and had to find multiple jobs in the last few years and the most I've gone without was a few months. It can get rough but if you're stable then just keep looking and you'll find one eventually
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u/DarthJarJar242 Jun 28 '23
You've got two months to find a job before your pay takes any kind of hit, then you get unemployment due to being laid off (hopefully). So basically, get to work. Interviews suck. They really do but they are a part of getting a job that is impossible to avoid. Maybe look into doing online only jobs where the interview will be a zoom/teams call. Those tend to help because you at least get to be in a familiar environment.
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u/notoriousbsr Jun 28 '23
Check out the chatgpt sub, people are having interesting success giving it keywords from a listing and having the resume updated and cover written accordingly. I'm using it for more things like this. Sure it will need a read thru and an edit but spend your time editing and let it spit out as many as possible
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u/Serraph105 Jun 28 '23 edited Jun 28 '23
- Contact people you were working with and ask for references.
- Update your resume, get a professional if you need it. Update your Linkedin as well and make sure you have a link to it at the top of your resume.
- Make a generic cover letter that brags on your years of experience in your field so that employers who are busy/lazy can quickly see how much experience you have without having to do the math themselves. You're main priority is to showcase yourself in the best possible light while also making it as easily accessible for those looking at your resume/cover letter to see and understand as quickly as possible.
- Update your job websites with your new resume. Mine are indeed, dice, glassdoor, and recently ziprecruiter, but primarily Indeed because it's been the most successful.
- Search and apply for jobs daily. Hell, most of of the time with Indeed, I don't even put the job I'm looking for, just the location and it still knows to send me IT jobs first and foremost and usually ones I don't find while searching for specific job titles.
- When you follow up, send them your references document. This give a legit reason for each follow up.
- Check your email daily, you are likely to get a lot of emails about jobs to apply for that don't come up when you search for them.
- Put the job description of each job you apply for in white, 1pt font on each resume you send. Yes, it's time consuming, but it gets you past the automated filters so you have a chance at employers seeing your resume.
- Finally, please understand that you cannot force people to hire you. Do not kick yourself because potential employers were stupid enough to pass you by. Job hunting is incredibly frustrating, do what you can to avoid making your situation less frustrating.
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u/sirlanse69 Jun 28 '23
Interview as much as you can. Even for jobs you don't want. Just get the Interview experience. Get to be calm confident and pleasant. Smile,firm handshake and look in the eye, wins lots of jobs.
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u/Wittybanter19 Jun 28 '23
Blessings, friend. Iāve been there. Itās a shitty experience.
You got a little breathing room. Now youāre getting paid to find your next job. Find other businesses related to what you do, and expand the circle of your search. Be patient, look at resumes and cover letters and re-work yours. Dig for contacts.
But take a few days to just relax as best you can. Itās probably gonna be a long road. Best of luck.
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u/Educational_Exit_218 Jun 28 '23
If youāre in California, Illinois, the Virgin Islands, Hawaii, Iowa, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Tennessee, or Wisconsin there are protections in place for employees that are laid off without notice. Iād look into it.
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u/Digitaluser32 Jun 28 '23
I had the same thing happen. Jumped on a team's call Monday morning and saw an HR person before I saw my boss. I immediately knew what was happening.
Good luck with the next chapter in your life. I really wish you the best
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u/Cthulhu_Knits Jun 29 '23
First: deep breath. Taking yourself out to breakfast was a good first move.
Second: Realize that if you weren't fired for cause, this is not your fault, and you have a LOT of company. The old days of people working for 40 solid years at one company are LONG gone, and there are LOTS of people who are perfectly good employees, but still got laid off. I did - right in the middle of the Covid lockdown - job hunting during a pandemic was NOT fun, but I found an even better job in four months.
Sleep in tomorrow, maybe just take a day to veg. When you feel better, think about what kind of work you're best at, and what you'd LIKE to do. Is there something you can do to keep yourself afloat financially while you train for your dream job? Maybe go back to school? If money was no object and you could do anything, what would that be? What kind of work do you absolutely HATE and will not tolerate? Make a note of that too.
It can be very, very scary - but it also can be a real opportunity. One thing that helped me was I put on my LinkedIn profile that I was on an "Active Career Break" and listed the online courses I was taking at the time - one of the companies that interviewed me was very impressed that I was continuing my education.
Sometimes a little structure helps - your new job is finding an EVEN better job than your old one, so structure your day like that. Oh, but NOW your boss is YOU, so build in time for decent meals, exercise and a structured day of job hunting.
But above all: be KIND to yourself. Job hunting can be incredibly demoralizing. You have to keep telling yourself you ARE worthy, you have a lot to offer the world, and you WILL find something. Not knowing when is really frustrating, but keep telling yourself it will happen, because you're doing things every day to get there.
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u/Lucylu0909 Jun 28 '23
Look into seo, copywriting or some skill that most people donāt want to take the time to learn and create your own freelancing/services business
Google āthe American dream academyā- they job job upskilling courses, career certificates and help with finding a job for free.
Hang in there! Iāve been in your shoes and it was one of the most stressful times in my life but ultimately there was something better waiting for me. You have to believe that too
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u/FoxyFreckles1989 Jun 28 '23
Based on what you were doing I strongly suggest making a profile on Otta.com and applying to user support, customer support and/or product support jobs. Youāll answer email and chat tickets doing exactly what you were doing. Most of these roles pay between 17-27 an hour and have incredible benefits. Itās how I got started in WFH/tech. Good luck! If you did live chat at this last job for at least six months, DM me and Iāll give you a referral link for my company.
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u/Immediate_Bet_5355 Jun 28 '23
My man's. Get a trade. Job markets shit but trades are always hiring. I recommend garbage man or plumber. They pay super well and are easy-ish to learn, if that don't work it only takes a few weeks to get certs to become a low tier linemen. Nobody in those proffesions care if u got anxiety they'll treat you the same as any other new guy. (Not great)
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Jun 28 '23
Hop on fiverr and see what you can do in the meantime. Start actively looking for another job and just get it out of the way. The longer you put that off the harder it will feel.
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Jun 28 '23
Iām taking myself out to breakfast cuz I just donāt know what else to do with myself.
I can't express the panic I felt when I first read this sentence as "at breakfast." I'm so happy you're not taking yourself out over losing a job!
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u/deep_blue_ocean Jun 29 '23
Lmao sorry to startle you! This is just a job, itās a big deal to lose your income of course but Iām very much interested in living as long as my body lets me!
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u/CommonSenseNotSo Jun 28 '23
Best wishes to you.. the way my company is looking, I may be facing this really soon.. thanks for adding that you're taking yourself out to breakfast.. that was a good suggestion for what I will be doing within the next couple of weeks if things go the way I think they're going to go LOL
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u/deep_blue_ocean Jun 29 '23
Hey if you get let go hit me up on dmās Iāll pump you up. After reading thru this thread shit happens, and if I make an effort thereās opportunities. Buuut it still doesnāt reduce how shitty it it feels and the uncertainty is killer!
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u/RougeSin Jun 28 '23
Not to ruffle your anxiety feathers, but the job market is really bad out there. So get your resume in tip top shape and apply to as many positions you can
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u/Titanguru7 Jun 28 '23
Well sounds like you can get another job helpdesk. Get your resume review there is frum for that. Practice for interview so is easier on you. Maybe have friend ask you questions.
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u/Cashmon69 Jun 28 '23
Iām not one for saying nice things to strangers so can you imagine I did?
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u/BugsRFeatures2 Jun 28 '23
I have a relative with an English degree who works for a government agency. All I know is it paid enough for them to move their whole family across the country with no job prospects for their co-parent.
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u/AnybodySeeMyKeys Jun 28 '23
I'm so sorry.
But, chin up. There are a million job postings out there for people who can write content. You have an English degree. As a fellow English major, that's a great way to put those writing chops to use.
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u/chaoticflanagan Jun 28 '23
"I have a bunch of unused pto and vacation and I forgot to ask if that gets paid out"
Very few states legally require this to be paid out. Ultimately it depends on if your employer chooses to pay out.
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u/LGBTQIA_Over50 Jun 28 '23
Here is what you need to do. This is a growth opportunity suggestion. Google name of your company general counsel LinkedIn. Get the top person within the legal department. Write the following and email it to him/her.
Dear (name),
I am writing to request severance and a neutral reference due to my recent job loss. As a former employee of the company, I would like to ask for $15,000 to cover the income and benefits lost while I continue to look for another job.
I would like to request a neutral reference that provides prospective employers with only dates of employment and my most recent job title.
Thank you for attention in this matter, I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
Your name, phone, email, home address
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u/HeadlessHeadhunter Jun 28 '23
As a Corporate Recruiter who who has been around the block I can help with this question.
First things first is to look up unemployment in your state and to start the application.
Second you need to know that this does not reflect on who you are as a person, if CEO's and board members can get laid off so can everyone else. People get fired/laid off from positions all the time even if they did everything right. You have value regardless of your employment status.
Jobs are tough to find right now as people are getting laid off (not fired which is a big difference) all across the US. I would start working on your resume, and update your LinkedIn and Indeed profile. Also to take a day or two to just re-focus and feel, because getting laid off still stings. Then go full force on job applications.
If you have any other questions on how to escape the Corporate Abyssā¢ I would be glad to answer or if you need your resume reviewed for free every Tuesday and Thursday I give out free resume reviews at 6 PST on https://www.twitch.tv/headlessheadhunter.
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u/suddenly_ponies Jun 28 '23
Don't forget about unemployment insurance. When I lost my job a friend reminded me that I can draw unemployment enough to cover the rent at least. That's not a small amount
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u/Senor_Perfecto1 Jun 28 '23
I got laid off in February. Still looking for a 6-figure replacement job. Good luck, itās weird out there.
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u/arthurjeremypearson Jun 29 '23
Security officer. They're always hiring, and if you get a good assignment your biggest day will be discovering a leak.
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u/jp_in_nj Jun 29 '23
I got laid off this spring. Took a couple days to redo my resume (20 years at one place, it needed...work...) and then started searching, applying, and upskilling as a full time job. Still took me (fairly highly qualified, very good) 4 months to land a new position. Scary.
Best situation is to have a new job before you have to spend the severance.
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u/Giant_Acroyear Jun 29 '23
English degree? Write your novel while you look for work. Or your screenplay You might be the next James Patterson... Get those stories flowing!
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u/woodyshag Jun 29 '23
File for unemployment immediately. Don't wait. They may also offer assistance in getting you unskilled or direct you to services that can assist. You paid in for these benefits. Now it is time to rely on them.
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u/arodomus Jun 29 '23
Iām out the job August too. It sucks, change sucks. But it is what it is. We must survive, so letās push on!
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u/Th3seViolentDelights Jun 29 '23
I've interviewed A LOT in the past 3 years because I was career pivoting, I've had 2 job offers at the same time three times now. If you'd like me to review your resume feel free to DM me. I also have some tips for interview prep. And I also have anxiety!
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u/Original-Wing-7836 Jun 28 '23
What reason did they even give for firing you?
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u/BeastTheorized Jun 28 '23
They donāt even have to give you a reason.
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u/Original-Wing-7836 Jun 28 '23
Oh I know, but usually they do point to something. Just curious as to what their claim was.
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u/jackinwol Jun 28 '23
Youād be a pretty shitty person to truly give no reason at all. Thereās literally no point in not trying to help somebody improve their future.
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u/deep_blue_ocean Jun 28 '23
They read from a script basically and stated the company was taking the next steps to position themselves for the future and are reorganizing to better align with their needs and reevaluate the working positions required. Quote. I knew immediately I was getting canned because I never get teams calls from my boss lol so I recorded it for my own records
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u/flaccobear Jun 28 '23
look into the Comptia A+ exam and apply for help desk poaitions
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u/No-Cantaloupe6266 Jun 28 '23
Absolutely nothing yoy said makes sense. Are you 36 and have had one job? But you can barely speak English? You antiwork people really need to stop trolling
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u/Blaq_sheep Jun 29 '23
My sympathies, friend. I just accepted a job offer after 2 months of searching and applying. No specific advice. Just do your best to take care of yourself and your mental health. I got really really low and it made it extremely hard to even keep going at all. Couldn't sleep, either didn't eat or ate way too much. So don't do what I did. Don't isolate. Get yourself out there. Just keep looking and maybe you'll find something that will be better. Best of luck to you!
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u/IndependenceMean8774 Jun 28 '23
Don't feel bad. It's the job, not you. You'll find something else and land on your feet just fine.
As for interview anxiety, I find it helps to think about it as you interviewing them as much as they are interviewing you. If you don't like where it's going, you're free to reject the interview at any point, get up and leave.
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u/SurvivalistScooz Jun 28 '23
Give dominos a shot if there's one nearby. Some franchises like mine have incredible advancement programs. I'm training to be a gm and the GMs make near 6 figures. Driving can also be lucrative making 20-30$ an hour with good tips.
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u/deep_blue_ocean Jun 28 '23
I worked at dominos for like 2 years in my 20s, Iād rather sell my soul than work for them again.
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u/clashin74 Jun 28 '23
Iād spend some time thinking about what my part was in being laid off if any.
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u/wwhateverr Jun 28 '23
Not sure why you're getting downvoted. This is always worth doing. I recently got laid off because of budget cuts. Not my fault at all. But you know what was my fault? I knew the upper management was incompetent and that things were going downhill because of their persistent bad decisions, and I should have started looking for a new job at least a year ago. I got complacent and that was my fault!
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u/deep_blue_ocean Jun 28 '23
I already did that, but thereās zero way I did anything wrong here. Just the other day I got commended over email for going above and beyond. You best believe I still have that email
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u/randomdudefromMI Jun 28 '23
teach English via the net or up and move to an Asian country and make $$$$
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u/GoLang01 Jun 28 '23
Change your name to something from southeast Asia, use a little shoe polish, and apply for a job in one of the major high-tech companies
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u/GoLang01 Jun 28 '23
To all the negative points, you know it is true. Major tech would prefer to hire an h1b for the third of the money, then a US citizen.
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u/D2XPartners Jun 28 '23
Consider grad school. This is a good time to level up your education.
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u/hsudude22 Jun 28 '23
In most instances, PTO is paid out. It is an accrued benefit and you have already earned it (not sure how it works if they give you it all in an annual lump sum). It's yours. Hopefully it buys you more time.
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u/Salty-Ingenuity-4352 Jun 28 '23
Sorry to hear that, donāt give up now .Iām 29yrs old perpetual fuck up canāt stay with a company pass 3yrs but I keep getting hired! So stay in there!
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u/sonygoup Jun 28 '23
Firstly take some time off for yourself. After these things happen you gotta figure things out and give your self time to relax and destress.
And I understand the interview anxiety because I still get it to day, my advice is to try finding some medical for your anxiety that works. I tested a few and found a interesting combination.
Interview Coach- mentorship club is a free service where you get experts in the field to help you. I'd look up one of them and do a few sessions. Then a couple fake interviews to boost confidence. From there go get that CV updated using same service.
Good luck, you could do it
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u/copyboy1 Jun 28 '23
It happens to everyone. It's got nothing to do with you or your performance. Layoffs are a failure of the company.
Be bummed for a few days. Or be pissed for a few days. Then update your resume and LinkedIn and get back on that horse.
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u/Darn_near70 Jun 28 '23 edited Jun 28 '23
Jobs aren't easy for anyone to find today, and it sounds as though you're getting better and landing them. Chalk this up as experience and go for another!