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OT I might get laid off this Thursday - Update: RETAINED
My company was purchased by another company in November. I find out this Thursday (1/7/10) if I will be a part of the "new" company moving forward.
This is not my first rodeo. In November of '07 I got laid off when the company I had been with for nearly 6 years eliminated my division. I posted the story here at that time.
I got a nice severance and found a new job within 48 hours (and that's a fun story to tell). The entire severance package went to my mortgage to reduce the principal. A good day. And since I have known about the possibility of losing my job since April, I have been stashing enough cash to pay about six months of bills.
The good news is the package this time is even better.
The bad news is it's not 2007 anymore. Fewer jobs with more competition, and I like my job better than the one I had. I will always bet on myself and my ability to get a new job.
My attitude is that there is no down side. If they keep me, great, I probably get to keep selling my current portfolio and I have a job.
If I get laid off, great, I get a big wad of cash and the opportunity to find a new job.
I believe that things happen for a reason, so however it turns out will be for the best. I might get a bit more shooting in, too.
P
This is not my first rodeo. In November of '07 I got laid off when the company I had been with for nearly 6 years eliminated my division. I posted the story here at that time.
I got a nice severance and found a new job within 48 hours (and that's a fun story to tell). The entire severance package went to my mortgage to reduce the principal. A good day. And since I have known about the possibility of losing my job since April, I have been stashing enough cash to pay about six months of bills.
The good news is the package this time is even better.
The bad news is it's not 2007 anymore. Fewer jobs with more competition, and I like my job better than the one I had. I will always bet on myself and my ability to get a new job.
My attitude is that there is no down side. If they keep me, great, I probably get to keep selling my current portfolio and I have a job.
If I get laid off, great, I get a big wad of cash and the opportunity to find a new job.
I believe that things happen for a reason, so however it turns out will be for the best. I might get a bit more shooting in, too.
P
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday
What a great attitude. I wish you the best of luck, and you'll be in my prayers.
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday
I wish you good luck sir, this dark cloud hangs over us all nowa days.
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday
prayers up that it all works out for you and please keep us informed. blessings.
Mike Johnson,
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday
Sounds like you're prepared to make it work out either way. Best of luck to you.
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Prayers up!
Kind regards,
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday
Amen! And that's the best attitude to have.pharmseller wrote: I believe that things happen for a reason, so however it turns out will be for the best.
We'll keep a good thought fer ya!
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday
job market looks bleak. you seem to be the type of guy who can rise above it. good luck to you.
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Good Luck on thursday. danny
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I've seen lots of drug reps who get the dreaded 'conference call' where 30% get their jobs eliminated.
The funny thing is all the 'ethical' practices I've seen which don't see drug reps (lest they 'bait' the doctor with a slice of pizza or a shiny new $2.00 pen) are all on 'utilization' bonus programs where the doctor gets several THOUSAND dollars a month in bonus money to use whatever drugs (usually generics) that the employing hospital or HMO makes the most profit on.
I continue to see 'drug reps' and they are generally very helpful, keep my poor patients well-supplied with free samples and/or vouchers and 'charity' programs, and are good sources of information. Any doctor too stupid to take the 'sales' pitch factor into account doesn't need protected with more regulation; they need to get a job doing something less dangerous...!
The funny thing is all the 'ethical' practices I've seen which don't see drug reps (lest they 'bait' the doctor with a slice of pizza or a shiny new $2.00 pen) are all on 'utilization' bonus programs where the doctor gets several THOUSAND dollars a month in bonus money to use whatever drugs (usually generics) that the employing hospital or HMO makes the most profit on.
I continue to see 'drug reps' and they are generally very helpful, keep my poor patients well-supplied with free samples and/or vouchers and 'charity' programs, and are good sources of information. Any doctor too stupid to take the 'sales' pitch factor into account doesn't need protected with more regulation; they need to get a job doing something less dangerous...!
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday
Good Luck!
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday
Best of luck. I went through that in 2009 and it all worked out. I am sure it will for you too. Best of luck.
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Quinn, prayers up. Sounds like you've made a wise decision in planning ahead, and have the best attitude going into this. I'm confident you'll come out ahead. Keep us posted!
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday
Thats it-BE PREPARED!
Its nice to see someone who MIGHT lose his job to be taking it so joyfully. I wish those rotten ***'s I work for would lay me off just so I could collect unemployement. Then just lay around and work for my buddy Tom at Targetmaster until I can start collecting SS in a few years.
37 years at the same place has me sick to my stomach. I hate corporate America--------------------------------------Sixgun
Its nice to see someone who MIGHT lose his job to be taking it so joyfully. I wish those rotten ***'s I work for would lay me off just so I could collect unemployement. Then just lay around and work for my buddy Tom at Targetmaster until I can start collecting SS in a few years.
37 years at the same place has me sick to my stomach. I hate corporate America--------------------------------------Sixgun
Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday
Great outlook! Good luck with whatever happens and however it turns out!
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday
I wish you the best, whichever road you end up going down.
And thanks for reminding those of us that think we're in a rut just how lucky we are to have steady jobs, even if the new has worn off.
I do know that once I reach retirement age, I will not be working where I am now. It will be time to start my next career.
And thanks for reminding those of us that think we're in a rut just how lucky we are to have steady jobs, even if the new has worn off.
I do know that once I reach retirement age, I will not be working where I am now. It will be time to start my next career.
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Bueno suerte amigo!
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In life attitude is everything. The right attitude will determine if things like a job is a crisis/disaster or just another adventure/challenge. I'm betting you are bound for another adventure. Good luck and God bless.
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Nate Kiowa Jones wrote:In life attitude is everything. The right attitude will determine if things like a job is a crisis/disaster or just another adventure/challenge. I'm betting you are bound for another adventure. Good luck and God bless.
Steve is right. Things mean what we decide they mean (of course, it's always good to have the price of a few pounds of hotdogs stashed just in case )
People haven't quit getting sick or buying meds. You'll be fine.
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Well sounds like you have things well in hand regardless of how things go. I will say a prayer that they keep you around.
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday
Good luck....Hope it all works out...
I got my walking papers on Christmas Eve....
I just have to finish the 2 buildings we are working on now...
and our company is done....unless one of our big clients
decides to build a new store in the next month or so...
But with this idiot in office...and the rotten economy
no one is willing to risk any money!
I got my walking papers on Christmas Eve....
I just have to finish the 2 buildings we are working on now...
and our company is done....unless one of our big clients
decides to build a new store in the next month or so...
But with this idiot in office...and the rotten economy
no one is willing to risk any money!
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With that attitude, you can't lose! Best of luck.
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I know what you're saying Hoss...I lost my contractors license Dec. 31. Couldn't afford the $5000. + it would have cost me to renew it. As it was, it wasn't justified anyway considering the economy in Nev. Had to close my Kenpo studio as well...people can't afford the cost of training anymore either. Only have the range left...don't know how long that will last...RIHMFIRE wrote:Good luck....Hope it all works out...
I got my walking papers on Christmas Eve....
I just have to finish the 2 buildings we are working on now...
and our company is done....unless one of our big clients
decides to build a new store in the next month or so...
But with this idiot in office...and the rotten economy
no one is willing to risk any money!
Prayers for all continue...
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Wish you the best.
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Good Luck and God Bless no matter how things shake out.
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday
Those that have said attitude is everything are right. I didn't invent that notion, and certainly haven't been perfect about that in my life, ...but when I have and gotten my head straight, things have found a way of working out. And even then things may not be all roses,...But one thing's for sure, when it's the other way around and the attitude's bad, things are almost always much rougher and the way "out" much more complicated.
Best to you, and my thoughts are with you for success in whatever you do.
Best to you, and my thoughts are with you for success in whatever you do.
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PMA always wins - There's no doubt in my mind, you'll make out alright either way, pharmseller.
Best of Luck, anyway.
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Best of Luck, anyway.
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I Hope you get what you really want I'll have a pray that every thing go's well for you my friend
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday
Great attitude and best of luck. One thing about the sales profession, it has to be on the up side of the economy. I know the old saying that nothing happens until someone buys something, but the real truth is that nothing happens until someone sells something. I made my living in sales for nearly 40 years and still do.
I have often said that everyone is a salesperson, but some people get paid for it. In every job, you have to persuade, influence or convince someone on something - whether that something is an idea, a dream, a product, a fix, a problem, a solution, or a priority. That is just another way of saying that you have to sell them.
If you can sell, you'll eat. Best of luck. It sounds to me like the new company would be foolish to lose you.
I have often said that everyone is a salesperson, but some people get paid for it. In every job, you have to persuade, influence or convince someone on something - whether that something is an idea, a dream, a product, a fix, a problem, a solution, or a priority. That is just another way of saying that you have to sell them.
If you can sell, you'll eat. Best of luck. It sounds to me like the new company would be foolish to lose you.
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Good luck.
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I'll bet with your attitude you'll come out smelling like a rose! Prayers out to you. Keep smiling, 'cause they'll wonder what you're up to
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pharmseller...WHAT A GREAT ATTITUDE!
Heck, I've been looking over my shoulder for almost a year now, probably making myself more and more depressed as the weeks have gone by. Your attitude gives me a new perspective, look at it as what it MIGHT be, instead of what it COULD'VE been. Like yourelf, I too am in sales, but engineering sales of electronic components and the historic average tenure in my segment is 2.7 years. Therefore, if the hammer falls, I can say that I've at least tripled the average!
Heck, I've been looking over my shoulder for almost a year now, probably making myself more and more depressed as the weeks have gone by. Your attitude gives me a new perspective, look at it as what it MIGHT be, instead of what it COULD'VE been. Like yourelf, I too am in sales, but engineering sales of electronic components and the historic average tenure in my segment is 2.7 years. Therefore, if the hammer falls, I can say that I've at least tripled the average!
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday - Update: RETAINED
Looks like God wants me to stay with the "new" company.
I got my phone call at 9:30 (Pacific) this morning. Congratulations, you will be moving forward.
I'm relieved, of course, as I think this is the better outcome. At the same time I mourn for the 70% or so of my coworkers who will be looking for new jobs.
I'm ready for my new adventure!
Thanks for all the well wishes.
Pharmseller
I got my phone call at 9:30 (Pacific) this morning. Congratulations, you will be moving forward.
I'm relieved, of course, as I think this is the better outcome. At the same time I mourn for the 70% or so of my coworkers who will be looking for new jobs.
I'm ready for my new adventure!
Thanks for all the well wishes.
Pharmseller
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday - Update: RETAINED
Very happy for you Pharmseller! Congratulations.
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That is great news
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday - Update: RETAINED
Congratulations!
Sincerely,
Hobie
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Woo hoo, well done
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday - Update: RETAINED
power of prayers. Congrats!!!
Mike Johnson,
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday - Update: RETAINED
CONGRATULATIONS! Obviously, the new company recognizes winning talent and attitude when they see it!
"Now it cuts like a knife, but it feels so right." - Bryan Adams
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Good to hear!!!
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday - Update: RETAINED
Great news. Very happy to hear they see the value in keeping a good man around. 1886.
Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday - Update: RETAINED
glad to hear you are moving on. Best of luck. I hope the ones left behind were well treated and can recover quickly.
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday - Update: RETAINED
Good deal!
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday - Update: RETAINED
It looks like it's time for that celebration dinner, Quinn !
Good on you !
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Good on you !
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Re: OT I might get laid off this Thursday - Update: RETAINED
Woohoo, Congrats!
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CONGATS! you are very fortunate. just remember those who are less.
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Good news indeed! Congratulations!
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I believe somewhere in the past,
you bent down and lent a helping hand to a stranger who needed it,
YOU HAVE BEEN REPAID.
you bent down and lent a helping hand to a stranger who needed it,
YOU HAVE BEEN REPAID.