Losing my job mid July…advice?

[CycloneErik]

Frankly, it's awful out there. A lot of posted jobs aren't actually posted in order to be filled, and the ugliness goes on beyond that.

Best of luck. It's nasty.

 

[isufbcurt]

Go out with a bang, let them m-fers know exactly what you think of them!!

I am serious.

 

[somecyguy]

Go out with a bang, let them m-fers know exactly what you think of them!!

I am serious.

I hope you aren't.

Bridge burning never helps in the long run and I'm fairly certain in the NP field that could affect someone's chances elsewhere.

 

[hiltonisheaven]

Sorry for your loss. I got laid off in 2008 and went through the stages of grief. Took a long weekend trip. Then I got busy interviewing and landed a much better job than I lost. Still with that company 15 yrs later. You will land on your feet but give yourself some time to grieve.

 

[simply1]

I’ve seen a lot of people use ready for work type tags in linked in. Best of luck, at least you have some time to hopefully land something as good or better.

 

[t-noah]

Best of luck Peter. I know you can do it and you will land on your feet. A lot of good advice so far. Work your contacts, get your resume in order. If you can, take a month or so off, time for yourself or for your family or vacation. Work will be there for the rest of your life.

 

[frackincygy]

Where in NC Iowa? Have a friend who is looking. Honestly, a friend.

Mason City

 

[MisterO]

Sorry to hear about your situation man.

Like others here- this will end up being an opportunity for you and your family. This will open new doors for you and hopefully, a few years from now, you’ll look back in gratitude.

Keep your head up, take care of you, and lean on your contacts and support networks.

Best of luck and I pray for God’s Blessings on your new path.

 

[Pat]

That blows. Something of an upside, you have a two-month heads up to start planning for next steps. Are you committed to sticking in the NP sector? I think there are good opportunities out there for program/project managers out there in corporate/private/industry settings.

If you don’t mind spending some time in “the machine,” there is an absurdly large software company in your area that is always, always hiring, and, anecdotally, needs enough warm bodies that they might be willing to train in order to get your skill set.

You’ve really been through the job ringer. Hang in there.

 

[Cychl82]

I would also add...if you have free time (and you might not) find something to do that maybe also makes you money. Like driving for Lyft and/or Uber. Easy to get car approved to drive. Get money driving around and takes your mind off your job.

I had a friend do this and within 5 months found a better job. Patience was the key

 

[Mr.G.Spot]

Please view this as an opportunity. It really is a chance to reset both your career and where u want to live. A few general comments:

- take the high road and do not burn bridges as as you might want to.

- have an experienced third party read and critique your resume. Find someone who is experienced and impactful in this arena.

- read, read and read more. Stuff will pop in your head.

- stay off the roller coaster of highs and lows. Stay very steady emotionally until your next move is finalized and then celebrate like a MFer.

- be prepared to move.

- network like crazy - it is your new job. Tell people what is going on - be open, positive and vulnerable. Do not be negative or blame. Most people like to help other people.

- Go on weekends and drive Uber or lyft. It will clear your head.

- physical exercise every day.

As others have said, view this as an opportunity. It really is and take advantage of the situation to better yourself. You will.

 

[RLD4ISU]

Figure out what you're good at and make goals.

I think there are differences between what you want and what you prefer for jobs. Then consider outside the box - are you willing to move, travel or try something different. Maybe even go to a technical school for a 2 year degree in another field? (Healthcare is one sector that comes to mind) Make connections with people you know, even those not currently in the NP field, and reach out to see if they can help.

 

[CoachHines3]

develop your own subscription box service

 

[Gunnerclone]

That’s quite awhile to be at a job that you know you are getting canned from. Have you tried to negotiate a severance and immediately end employment? Then have the best summer of your life and come back around this fall. Rejuvenate, refresh, reset.

 

[BCClone]

That’s quite awhile to be at a job that you know you are getting canned from. Have you tried to negotiate a severance and immediately end employment? Then have the best summer of your life and come back around this fall. Rejuvenate, refresh, reset.

With all the talk of a recession hitting and some of the employment numbers showing it is cooling a bit, I wouldn’t take a long stretch off.

 

[CascadeClone]

Some excellent advice in this thread, would echo:
1) relax, breathe, it will be OK
2) take a week to think about what you REALLY want to do - maybe that was what you were doing, but maybe not


I would just add have confidence - EVERYONE is hiring and if you have an IQ above 90, a watch to show up to work on time, and no substance abuse problems - you will have your choice of jobs. I would bet you will probably end up better off, either the job or the money or both.

 

[BCClone]

Should work for this landscaping company that the neighbors hired. They show up around 9 (from 30 miles away) take an hour lunch, a couple more breaks in between and seem to leave around 3-3:30. Never seen a landscaping company not work 10-12 hour days when things are suitable. You don’t have a lot of time to start with.

Honestly, these landscaping companies make good money.

 

[CascadeClone]

Also, we are doing some hiring here in CR. Probably not a good fit for OP - we need a couple entry level sales reps and a repair vendor manager. But if anyone else is interested or has someone looking, point them my way pls. Great opportunity for someone who is maybe more ambitious than educated, if that makes sense.

 

[8thfloor]

Sorry to hear this, I was in the same spot a little over a year ago.

Lots of good advice so far. Make looking for a job…a job! Stay organized and to a schedule like 8-10 respond/check on previous applications. 10-12 look for new jobs. Afternoon do some skill training or networking. Update LinkedIn and make a lot of connections. As others have said, don’t burn bridges. You never know who might help you find a new job.

Also, take a little time for yourself and try to enjoy some free time. For me it was the opportunity to spend time with my kids before they left for school. Stay positive, you will find something!

 

[KnappShack]

Sorry to hear this, I was in the same spot a little over a year ago.

Lots of good advice so far. Make looking for a job…a job! Stay organized and to a schedule like 8-10 respond/check on previous applications. 10-12 look for new jobs. Afternoon do some skill training or networking. Update LinkedIn and make a lot of connections. As others have said, don’t burn bridges. You never know who might help you find a new job.

Also, take a little time for yourself and try to enjoy some free time. For me it was the opportunity to spend time with my kids before they left for school. Stay positive, you will find something!

Keeping a schedule is a good thing to do. Movement. I would take interviews that I didn't want just to keep my skills fresh.

Of course this was 2008 and I applied for easily 2,000 jobs across the country before I landed something. I was on the shelf for quite some time.

A schedule helped keep things positive. Always stay positive