Sign O' The Times
Guess who was laid off the day before his two year anniversary.
After the woman I'd never met from corporate HR explained my severance package and services to me, she commented on my calm, relaxed demeanor.
"It's not my first time."
I mean, don't get me wrong... it sucks. Totally sucks. Especially since I really, really loved this job. It was an awesome place to work with really cool, talented people and the work was interesting, fun and challenging. I learned a lot working there and I'll miss my colleagues.
But life goes on. I do have a bit of a time crunch with how long my severance will last. My last severance package was much more generous and afforded me a few months to look for work.
So, I'll probably save my freak out for after my severance runs out but for now all energies are focused on finding a new job.
With the exception of this weekend. I think copious amounts of booze are in order.
Comments
awww. brian that picture... so sad!
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Posted by: daniel | May 17, 2008 01:31 AM
BRIAN! :(
Posted by: homer | May 17, 2008 06:18 AM
I don't see why they'd fire you. Given how fabulous you blog looks, you're obviously very talented. That is really sad :(
Posted by: Thomas B. | May 17, 2008 06:35 AM
Sorry to hear about this bud.
I barely avoided a layoff myself back last month. Luckily I knew it was coming ahead of time, and got the hell out of there.
Hang in there!
You're a talent, I'm sure you'll do fine :)
Posted by: Jason | May 17, 2008 06:46 AM
oh my buddha. i'm so sorrry to hear this.
Posted by: kyle | May 17, 2008 10:06 AM
As a copy editor, I'd like to make a slight edit to your sign to read "Will Design for Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars."
Posted by: Jeffrey | May 17, 2008 01:08 PM
Oh, Brian! I am so sorry! Here are positive thoughts for your job hunt. But enjoy your boozy weekend.
Posted by: Karen | May 17, 2008 01:10 PM
Boo! It's their loss! Sending lots of good thoughts your way...
Posted by: Craig | May 19, 2008 10:15 AM
Keep your chin up, Brian! You're incredibly talented and work will find you!
Posted by: Frankie | May 19, 2008 07:28 PM
That sucks. I'll be sending good thoughts your way.
Posted by: Crash | May 20, 2008 04:43 PM
That sucks. I hope you find something soon.
Posted by: Charmarie | May 21, 2008 10:41 AM
Wow. It sucks to leave a job you love, I'm sorry for that. But I have every confidence that something new and good is on the horizon. Sending good vibes your way!!
Posted by: MzOuiser | May 21, 2008 12:41 PM
DAMN! I don't visit your blog for a couple days and then THIS! I'm so sorry! I hope you find something soon, although I'm sure you'll land on your feet.
Posted by: cb | May 22, 2008 09:13 AM
Unfortunately, with the nosedive the economy is taking, I suspect we'll see more of this.
Very best of luck finding a new gig.
Posted by: Curtis | May 22, 2008 12:17 PM