Well, it looks as if my days are now wide open.

[Beware the Beast Man]

At 4:30 this afternoon, I had an audience with my general manager at work, and was summarily told that my services were no longer required. I was upset then, but I've had time to think about it, and I know I've been ready to move on for the last few months. Back in March, there was a "realignment" which left me and a few others relegated back to entry-level work. Things were a lot more stressful, and there was quite a bit of turnover. Also, the engineer who had the same position as me was a bit buddy-buddy with the manager, so maybe that had something to do with it, I don't know. So now I have some time to figure out, at 31, what the hell I want to do with my life.

[flamingyouth]

1. Oh man, I'm sorry.

:hug:

[sundog]

2. aw man

:hug:

sorry

hang in, this too shall pass

then again, maybe life is just pushing you to where you need to be

[mike_c]

3. best of luck, 'bro....

I hope this turns out well for you in the end!

[graywarrior]

4. Work for yourself

[Greyhound]

20. Amen. The games changed and security is an illusion. n/t

[Maat]

5. Been there, done that.

It was the BEST thing that ever happened to me.

I went from being an accountant, to a student, to a social worker.

And I later adopted my beautiful daughter (she wouldn't be in my life if I hadn't been laid off).

I later went back to law school, graduated, and I'm now law-clerking for some attorneys I met while social-working.

See ... it all works out for the best.

But I'm sending healing and comfort energy your way!

Take care (I care)!

[Beware the Beast Man]

8. That's what I'm thinking.

Thankfully, it happened during a (very short-lived, apparently) period of financial calm. I'm pretty sure I'll wind up with something better. Thanks.

[Maat]

10. Just wanted you to have some perspective.

It was really a downer when it happened to me.

But ... from a long-term perspective .. it was the best.

I'm glad you'll be o.k. financially for awhile.

[mistertrickster]

6. Yeah, I got scooted out of a job about 12 years ago. But then . . .

I got a much better job! I hope it works that way for you, dude.

[JimmyJazz]

7. B - you've been unhappy for such a long time.....

I know something better is going to come your way. Seriously. I just know it. You deserve to be fulfilled in your work life. I know this sucks now. I'm not trying to minimize what you are experiencing, but better things are in store for you. :hug:

[Beware the Beast Man]

16. Thanks, kiddo.

:hug:

[Old_Fart]

9. Find something they can't outsource

I would take the summer off and live on unemployment. Sit back for a while and think about what you want to do and what they can't outsource.

Good Luck!

[meti57b]

13. Like what? Mowing lawns?

[Old_Fart]

42. No shit!

How about digging graves they can't outsource that can they?

[indigo32]

11. Sorry to hear that

I went through that last fall.
Something better will come along I'm sure.

[Deja Q]

12. Best of luck.

:hug: :hug:

I know what I want to do; but anything I'd be good at is either offshore-able or unprofitable.

You'll find something quickly.

[MissB]

14. I'm sorry.

:hug: I hope things open up for you.

[progmom]

15. Sweetie.....................

:hug: :hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug:

You're awesome. Truly awesome. And you'll find a great job. :loveya:

[Beware the Beast Man]

17. I want to retire...or be a star.

I haven't decided yet. :hug:

[progmom]

18. me too

let's buy lottery tickets or something.

[CanuckAmok]

19. Don't feel bad. I'm 38, and I still don't know...

...what the hell I want to do with my life.

Go with it. Try surfing.

[Greyhound]

21. Congratulations! You are now free to be you. :D

[fortyfeetunder]

22. This is the stage for a comeback...

It might seem to be a low point today but it's the beginning of a better future. Sorry to hear of your misfortune today but the best wishes for finding your dream job.

[EstimatedProphet]

23. You're far from being too young

I'm doing the same thing at 42. So now I'm working on a novel.

[Maat]

24. Get Skinner to publish it!

Let us know the title!

We'll all buy a copy!

[WCGreen]

25. I'm 47 and still haven't found what I'm looking for.....

But I think it's in Mrs. WC Green's underware drawer

[enigmatic]

26. Sorry, bro

Listen to the others here; a year from now, this will be the best thing to ever happen to you in your career!

[Syrinx]

27. good luck BBM!

I'm putting together two-bit computer programs for two-bit local businesses for two-bit pay, and I'm sick of it. But at least that means I'm able to sit up all night and post on DU, and sleep a large part of the day before getting down to work.

Best of luck to you!

[soothsayer]

28. Ride the unemployment benefits train as long as you can!

It's awesome, if it keeps you in enuff money to stay afloat until it runs out. Take your time looking, and think about going independent if you can swing it. Or just find another joe job, but at your leisure.

[ulysses]

29. been there, got a couple extra tshirts.

Best of luck to you. :thumbsup:

[cassandra uprising]

30. ah hell

:hug:

Hang in there B. Hopefully this will serve as an opportunity for you to find something more fulfilling. When Chavez got the axe it was scary. While the bigger pay checks would be helpful, him being available to move and get ready for grad school has been amazing.

Ride the bene's as long as you can. Good luck to you.

[terrya]

31. Oh, fuck...

Christ, BtBM. It's one thing to ponder about the direction of your life...it's another thing entirely to be forced to do so.

That sucks, guy. I'm so damned sorry. Why does this kind of shit happen to people I really care about?

I hope an opportunity comes along soon for you.

:hug:

T

[Beware the Beast Man]

35. Thanks, T

Truth is I've been pretty miserable there anyway, and I knew it was a matter of time before the axe would fall. I'm looking forward to a little vacation and brighter horizons ahead. :D

[ChavezSpeakstheTruth]

32. SHIT! SHIT! SHIT! SHIT! SHIT! SHIT! SHIT! SHIT! SHIT! SHIT!

That sucks, B! Aw man.Anything you need, dude. Let me know. Shit! Well, maybe this will be a blessing in disguise.


I don't want to turn this into a me too thing, as many people do with this stuff, but getting canned was the best thing in the world for me - I pray it will be fore you too, my brother!

Stay strong.

[Beware the Beast Man]

36. It seems that's the general consensus.

Everyone from Cathyclysmic (the former Mrs. B)to everyone here. I'm not feeling too bad about this.

[ChavezSpeakstheTruth]

38. There was a bit of a delay in send ing that package (the NYC trip)

You will have time to make music :D

[Beware the Beast Man]

39. Cool. I've already started on one.

Had a bit of a writer's block as of late, but that has lifted somehow. :thumbsup:

[northzax]

33. aw, that sucks

but if it's not want you wanted, it's better than waking up at 51 wondering what the heck you did.

think of it as an opportunity to reassess and reprogram yourself. get a library card. read all the books you 'always meant to read' (I suggest some Doestoyevsky, it's long, takes concentration, and you look good in the coffee shop) mope around for a day or two, and then start looking around for something interesting. Enjoy it, it'll be the longest vacation you get to take until you retire!

ok, that's all find and dandy to say from my position, right? well, sure, although I have been there, and when it comes down to it, it's better to take it lightly than let it eat you up inside. Good luck.

[derby378]

34. My suggestion: check out hospital work

Look for a hospital that's not owned by some private corporation if you can - a university hospital, for example.

[Shell Beau]

37. This may be a blessing in disguise. I am sorry, though.

I hope all works out for the best, as I am sure it will. Good luck.

[livetohike]

40. I'm sorry Beast Man

My husband is an engineer and he's been in that situation many times over our 30 year marriage.

Are you open to moving back to Pgh? There is a company there called Technical Solutions,Inc. that places engineers into temp. to hire jobs. Good people, no fee to you. It's an option.

Meanwhile, hang in there!

[tigereye]

41. hey

I know that good things will happen for you. You are too cool for that not to happen.


:hug:

and changing my career about 5 years ago was one of the best things I ever did.