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Title: I lost my Job
Post by: slawie on October 28, 2009, 01:20:17 PM: I lost my job or more acuurately it was stolen from me!

Due to the take-over of my company by a large multi national I was made redundant.

Send out some positive vibes please.
I know that with a concerted effort from the good folks here - Karma shall win the day.

I am over 50 and over qualified for a number of the jobs I have applied for.

slawie
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: chrisalembic on October 28, 2009, 01:35:48 PM: I wish for some brighter days to come along your way.

Dont give up..

www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2rYvvbBCBQ&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2rYvvbBCBQ&feature=related)
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: artswork99 on October 28, 2009, 01:58:14 PM: Lots of good vibes your way slawie!
I know the feeling as I fall in the same category and situation.
I've been able to get a bit of contract work to make ends meet.
All the best!
Art

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Title: I lost my Job
Post by: bassfingers on October 28, 2009, 02:17:37 PM: Really sorry to hear it slawie and would like to add my good vibes to the karma soup.I hope things will turn around for you real soon.
Best Wishes,
Simon.
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: jet_powers on October 28, 2009, 02:33:10 PM: I too, know how you feel. I don't even get acknowledgments anymore for resumes I send out.

Keep the faith bro, something will happen.

Positive vibes are headed down under!

JP
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: gregduboc on October 28, 2009, 03:50:52 PM: Slawie,
Man, I wish you the best possible.
I don't know if it helps, but I once heard a saying that kept me going on several occasions: If one thing goes, it's because a better one is to come.
These are probably going to be hard times, but I'm sure you can overcome it.
Because in the end, it is just a job. One of the hundred chapters of life, and now it's time to start a new one. Remember to keep living, don't let it hold you back.

I'm really hoping the best for you!

Greg
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: dannobasso on October 28, 2009, 06:23:41 PM: I hope for a speedy and profitable opportunity for you. May this detour lead you to an amazing and fulfilling occupation.
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: David Houck on October 28, 2009, 08:22:20 PM: Sorry to hear this Slawie. As Danno said, I hope this turn of events brings new opportunities.
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: otis on October 28, 2009, 08:44:51 PM: Slawie,

Sorry to hear about that. I wish you the best and you will be in my thoughts and prayers. You will find the right job, or the right job will find you, sooner than you think!

Stay positive!

Peace;)

Frank
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: terryc on October 29, 2009, 05:09:38 AM: Oh f***k slawie..just about happened to me(and about 12 others) at the company I work at.
Mind you we got a takeover and kept our jobs thru TUPE - this is a UK term meaning our original contracts go with the company, this is the third time for me and the last company kept us hanging on for nearly a year about looking for a buyer.
I am over 50 as well and it is worrying that no one will want you because of age although we have an Age Discrimination Act here in the UK but whether it has any clout I am dubious.
here in Teesside UK we have had 3 major chemical companies go down and a steel works..since the area is steeped in this heavy industry it is very worrying for everyone
Hope you get another job and best of luck for the future..keep us all informed.
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: pas on October 29, 2009, 05:11:08 AM: Try to find a way to go into business for yourself...otherwise you'll always be someone's overhead...that they're looking to eliminate.

I've been layed off on more than one occasion, and it was sufficient motivation for me to pursue self employment.

Best of luck to you.
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: pace on October 29, 2009, 06:05:01 PM: Wishing you all the best Slawie.... Without sounding too much like your horoscope, if you ever thought of working for yourself, doing what you love, now's the time!
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: funkyjazzjunky on October 31, 2009, 07:28:19 PM: God Bless you
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: alemberic on November 01, 2009, 12:44:25 AM: Slawie--Hang in there. I lost my job--actually a career--when I was in my mid-40's. At the time I thought it was one of the worst things that ever happened to me, and there were some nerve-wracking moments in the months that followed. However, it turned out to be one of the greatest blessings of my life, and I found a new career in which I've been much happier, personally and professionally. I will keep you in my prayers. The right opportunity will come along, just don't give up.

Regards,

Eric
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: toma_hawk01 on November 01, 2009, 05:47:38 AM: Losing a job, is that all?

Now, you'll know your true friends....

Cheer up, my friend...
You'll find work again, because there are too many dumb dumbs I know who are working, and most of them are managers.
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: sonicus on November 01, 2009, 07:16:10 AM: Sorry to hear of your vocational loss but. look at the brighter side in that you will have extra time to devote to academic music studies with that beautiful ALEMBIC fretless of yours. Jobs come and go so the moment for you do shine as an awesome individual person and Bass Player is NOW ! You will get by OK !!!!!!!

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Title: I lost my Job
Post by: hankster on November 01, 2009, 12:59:44 PM: Slawie,

I've been a labour and employment lawyer for 20+ years now, and one thing I have learned over time in this career - much of which is dealing with the negative fallout of job loss, from the employee side - is that the cliche about these things being new opportunities is often true. I have seen many, many people lose a job only to find that another door opens for them. Just keep looking forward. Keep us all informed as you do, and we'll all keep sending positive vibes your way.

Rick
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: serialnumber12 on November 01, 2009, 02:01:18 PM: U lost your job?.......... join the rest of us!
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: dadabass2001 on November 01, 2009, 05:44:54 PM: All the best tp Slawie and Keavin

from a fellow on the same slippery terrain.
Good luck in your searches,
Mike
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: cozmik_cowboy on November 01, 2009, 07:35:33 PM: Got laid off from a crappy job in '02. Went back to college. No one wants to hire an old fart, so now I'm unemployed with a graduate degree. Hang in there, bros.

Peter
ps - Anyone need an archivist, historian, or overeducated soundman?

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Title: I lost my Job
Post by: slawie on November 02, 2009, 02:35:32 PM: It is all over. Thanks guys for your support,
prayers and suggestions. Each of you has added to making me feel better.

This club is one of the better things in my life and
I am proud to be a part of it,

Thanks once again to all my ALEMBROTHERS

slawie

(Message edited by slawie on November 03, 2009)
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: pauldo on November 02, 2009, 03:41:37 PM: Slawie
That was a professional send off - good for you.
Thus far I have been saved from the hatchet that has struck so many these days. However 6 years ago I was let go from a job that I had for 19.5 years.

It is a difficult thing to go through - but the old saying is true when one door closes another one opens best of luck finding your passion to persue.
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: adriaan on November 03, 2009, 01:28:38 AM: I thought acrostics were supposed to be complimentary?
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: glocke on November 04, 2009, 03:21:56 AM: Good luck to you guys. Its that time of year when my company does their layoffs also, so Im a little nervous. Ive been there 12 years, and have been through about 4 layoffs.
Title: I lost my Job
Post by: benson_murrensun on November 05, 2009, 08:53:02 AM: I work for a motorcycle riding training company. Since we started in 1990 we were amazed at the growth we enjoyed, and all with almost no advertising. We wondered for years when the demand would top out; it seemed there was no end in sight. Well, we found it this year. Business is down for the first time. It seems the depressed economy has finally found its way to our little corner of the world. Many of our instructors took a big hit on income this year, myself included. We are a tad nervous about what next year will hold for us. It's belt-tightening time.