I just lost my day job

[figmo]

The VP of Marketing called me in to tell me they didn't have enough money to keep me on. My boss doesn't even yet know I was let go.

The engineering department looked shell-shocked when I told them, including the VP and Director of Engineering. I swapped business cards with the VP, and everyone said they'd give me a good reference. They seem like they'd like to bring me back if they can afford to do so; I made it a point to be as professional as possible.

Since I got home about an hour ago I've already applied for three jobs (I don't believe in wasting time). It's pretty bleak out there, but I've got to plug away. I can't afford to be out of work.

My goal for next week: Get all medical appointments out of the way while my COBRA still exists, and clean house. There aren't enough jobs out there to keep me busy applying 40 hours/week (sigh). I figure I'll wait on applying for Unemployment till after 1/1 so I get the better rate ($40 more per week).

If anyone needs a UNIX-savvy tech writer, my resume is available here.

Comments

[griffen.livejournal.com]

*hugs* I'll keep a good thought for you, hon.

[merde.livejournal.com]

oh, man, i'm sorry. that really sucks.

i'll let you know if i hear of anything while i'm tied up with the contract i'm starting any second now (if my clients ever get their shit together).

[browngirl.livejournal.com]

Meep! Much good luck!

A.

[poltr1]

Bummer!

When I was laid off two years ago, I moped around the house for about two months. The third month had several interviews, and finally landed a job.

And it looks like at the end of next month, I may be joining you in that line. :(

[figmo.livejournal.com]

I can't afford to mope around the house. I need an income. NOW.

I was just starting to get caught up on my bills, too. :-(

[allisona.livejournal.com]

So sorry to hear the news, Lynn :(.

I hope you find something you like really soon!

Phooey...

[hellloooonurse.livejournal.com]

Sorry to hear you lost your job. Blah.

Keeping and sending good thoughts your way.

:)

[firecat]

Oh yeah, that sounds familiar. Good luck finding work.

[bikergeek.livejournal.com]

ugh, that sucks. hope you find something else soon.

[pbristow.livejournal.com]

<BIG HUG>

Much power to your elbow, courage and determination to your heart, health to your body, clarity to your thinking, and chocolate to your hips. Er, I mean lips. <BLUSH>.

Knock 'em dead, and leave 'em in no doubt that only by hiring *you* can they be revived! =;o}

[ohi.livejournal.com]

Sorry to hear about the job, Lynn. :-(

I'll let you know if I hear of any good tech writing jobs (I try to comb writing job boards regularly).

Debbie

[tsjafo.livejournal.com]

Damn. *hugs* Prayers and good thoughts on the way.

[ladymondegreen.livejournal.com]

Ick. So sorry to hear this. I've been downsized in the past, and I remember how miserable-making it is, particularly when it seems like no-one at work is reacting or noticing. Though it sounds like your boss might have gotten left out of the loop.

I hope the right job lands on your doorstep tomorrow.

*big hugs*
LMG