Tony Posted October 28, 2010 Report Share Posted October 28, 2010 i just found out im getting laid off in jan. they will not be calling anyone back at all. the new company that bought us in may has either lost of funneled off all of our shrink bag buisness in just 5 months. thats 196 millon bags in 2009 and 2011.. 0 bags.:wacko: the actual date im getting laid off wont be until jan 30th. i can collect unemployment and combined with that and my healthy savings i will be fine until june or so. luckily i do not have any debts and my truck is almost paid off. its a good thing i planned for this. i actually have 2 leads on possible maintenance mechanic jobs after day 1. this really sucks... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeramie Posted October 28, 2010 Report Share Posted October 28, 2010 That is rough tony. Sorry to hear it bud. Hopefully the leads work out and you can be back in full swing in no time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoosierbuck Posted October 28, 2010 Report Share Posted October 28, 2010 To brighten it up a little, on my monitor, your thread title stopped after "laid" and I wondered how bad it could be... sorry. HB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted October 28, 2010 Report Share Posted October 28, 2010 Sorry to hear that Tony. Sounds like you should not have much trouble getting into something else, good luck when that time comes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arrow32 Posted October 28, 2010 Report Share Posted October 28, 2010 Sorry to hear Tony. Hope your able to find some work pretty fast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeygirl Posted October 28, 2010 Report Share Posted October 28, 2010 :-( I just heard in a month, the governor of NY is laying of several hundred state employees including 150 NYSDEC (Environmental Cons.) people....Not good at all....gas prices going back up...recession over I don't think so! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newarcher Posted October 28, 2010 Report Share Posted October 28, 2010 I have never known a single person who was laid off that didn't end up better off and happier for it--but while it is happening, it sucks. I know, I've been there done that with a four year old, a pregnant wife, and having just came back from vacation (having blown a wad of money). I now work from home 100% of the time, make the same money, and have little stress compared to enormous stress levels. Working from home also allows my wife to work. New Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkneck Posted October 28, 2010 Report Share Posted October 28, 2010 That stinks Tony! What company is it? We buy a LOT of shrink bags. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaun_300 Posted October 28, 2010 Report Share Posted October 28, 2010 That really sucks Tony, sounds like you're gonna be ok for a while though. I'm sure you can find another job fairly easily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCH Posted October 28, 2010 Report Share Posted October 28, 2010 Hate to hear that bud. At least you planned enough that you won't be hurting as bad others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted October 28, 2010 Report Share Posted October 28, 2010 I'm sorry to hear that Tony. That's never good news. I hope you can find another job, before you eat up all your hard-earned savings buddy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruttinbuc Posted October 29, 2010 Report Share Posted October 29, 2010 I feel your pain, Tony! I have been off for quite awhile in search of a livable wage. I'll have to get something soon as the bite is getting bigger. I have no regrets. I got to do quite a bit in the time I've been off. I would never have been able to otherwise. At least you see it coming. I was knocked off my feet there for awhile. You will be OK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swohiodave Posted October 29, 2010 Report Share Posted October 29, 2010 That is a tough spot. Good luck man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hammerforged Posted October 29, 2010 Report Share Posted October 29, 2010 I too feel your pain Tony - prayers on the way. I have been out of a "real" job since November of 2008. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_lou Posted October 29, 2010 Report Share Posted October 29, 2010 That sucks to hear but at least you have some cushion. Hope a better door opens up for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerClay Posted October 29, 2010 Report Share Posted October 29, 2010 Sorry to hear that Tony. I hope things take an upswing for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted October 29, 2010 Report Share Posted October 29, 2010 I have never known a single person who was laid off that didn't end up better off and happier for it--but while it is happening, it sucks. boy, do i ever disagree. i know plenty of laid off folks, including mike (ruttinbuck) who were laid off and not better off. in fact, there are over 5 million laid off workers today who may disagree with you. sorry to hear this, tony. but with your experience i think you have a good shot at another job. good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newarcher Posted October 29, 2010 Report Share Posted October 29, 2010 I have never known a single person who was laid off that didn't end up better off and happier for it--but while it is happening, it sucks. boy, do i ever disagree. i know plenty of laid off folks, including mike (ruttinbuck) who were laid off and not better off. in fact, there are over 5 million laid off workers today who may disagree with you. That's fine, I would argue that those people's journey isn't complete. When I was laid off, I would have agreed with you up and to the point where I became re-employed. It's a different perspective when you are still unemployed vs. when you get hired again and life becomes good again. So I would say hang in there for all those still unemployed. Having said that, what's going on today is extraordinary and I hope that when the election happens next week businesses will feel free to begin spending again, having the socialist takeover of America over. New Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goinghuntin Posted October 29, 2010 Report Share Posted October 29, 2010 I work a job that I hate for twelve hours a night, but I tell myself to be happy with it for this very reason. I hope you find something new good and quick :cowboy: Nathan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griz Posted November 2, 2010 Report Share Posted November 2, 2010 That is rough tony. Sorry to hear it bud. Hopefully the leads work out and you can be back in full swing in no time. LMBO@Jeramie... Man Tony I sure am sorry to hear that buddy... Sure do hope everything pans out for ya... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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