I was laid off during a "reduction in force". It sucks and I know I can't keep myself afloat for very long if I don't find something soon. But I refuse to break down, I refuse to cry. I've been miserable for quite some time because I wasn't being challenged by the job and I knew that I wasn't living up to my potential, but I stayed because it meant I'd get a paycheck every two weeks. Now, after over two years of busting my butt working long hours and taking all kinds of flack from clients for mistakes that I didn't even and increasing order counts, make I'm out of a job without one red cent of severance.
But you know what? In addition to not being miserable I also refuse to be angry. The first thing I did when I got home is that I got down on my knees and asked God to help me through this. The funny thing is, I just had a long conversation with him last night about wanting/needing/craving a change in my job situation. I want a career (not just a job) that offers the potential for growth and that challenges and engages me every day. So, I'm going to take this for what it is... His method of clearing out the things that I've been holding on to so that he can bless me with what I need.
June 19, 2008
Well... I got the Axe Today
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Sigh.....I know exactly where you are right now... What's up with Orlando businesses? I'm so sorry to hear about your company laying you off.
Keep your head up and something better will come around the corner.
Maybe we should have a lay-off party......
Thanks MM. It's kind of weird. On one hand I'm kind of bummed and stressed, but at the same time it's like a weight has been lifted.
We definitely have to meet before you make the big move.
Hey Southern Girl,
I will keep you in my prayers. I know that can't be easy but also that everything is always as it should be. I am glad you already have the Faith and rel't with God to help further your career andd give you peace of mind.
I know it's cliche, but at least your hair looks goo. LOL! Too soon?
You have a wonderful attitude about the whole thing. You can not control what happened anyway. You will find something that pays you and that make you feel more grounded. Keep your head high.
I've been in your situation before and believe me when I say that God heard your prayer and acted quickly because he has a plan in mind for you. Let yourself feel the freedom from the burden of the job you had and allow yourself to be completely open to what he has for you, even if it involves a relocation.
I loved the Orlando area when I lived there and didn't want to go but God had other plans. I've lost a few jobs over the years but each time I end up with a better position that pays more than the one before. Keep your faith and don't give up on God. The sense of relief that you feel is him letting you know that he heard you and that it's going to be alright. I'm excited for you because I know that he has something special in store for you.
A friend reminded me once that God never closes a door without opening another or a window....I told her that at that time I was standing in the hallway. ha!! There's peace in the hallway though. Keep your chin up!
And that's exactly what it is too. So many times we do try to hold on to things that we've long outgrown. Never seen the righteous forsaken...
Thanks Sophia, Sez, Happy Nappy Free, and Natty for the prayers and well wishes. I'm hanging in there to see where the cards fall and trying to remind myself that whatever happens will happen for a reason. This is my first time being laid off/out of work and I'm just wishing I didn't have the responsibility of a mortgage :(
But like Sophia said... my hair DOES alway look fabulous lol.
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