I resigned last Thursday from my job. I did it to save my sanity and my health.
I was certain I was next on the purge list, most likely next week.
I was able to leave with some of my dignity intact.
Some but not all.
But the pressure is on to find a new job, maybe my last one as I ain't getting any younger kiddies!
There is panic in the household as the big bills and expenses will continue to roll in. Short term, we will be okay.
Long term it will/not could get ugly.
Do I have it in me?
Does all my years (30+) in sales mean anything?
And here is a big one
Do I have it in me to start over, reinvent myself one more time?
I think I do. But it is of a solo nature of mental support and confidence.
I am not the type to stay forever at any job.
Being out of work is like passing by a car wreck. It is painful to watch, you hope the person is okay and will be alright and you wish them all the best.
And you are glad it was not you.
My old job has been posted on line. Any wonder I came home so very tired every night?
You can read about it here.
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/asp/tg/cim_jobdetail.asp?jobId=3224123&PartnerId=25239&SiteId=5014&type=search&JobReqLang=1&codes=INDEED
wish me luck
coffee time
ray
6 comments:
Been there, but it was years ago, and I started my own business (for the next twenty years). My stomach clenched for you; all I can tell you is we can do whatever we need to do. You'll be fine.
You will be the better for your decision.
Self dignity is priceless.
A job, is a paycheck.
Every time I had to reinvent myself I went to a higher level.
Leaving that job is a sign of confidence.
Hold your head up high when you seek employment. Prospective employers can sniff out any hesitation, doubts, self-deprecation like bloodhounds.
It sounds like you are very qualified to do a number of jobs. Present yourself like the prospective company would be lucky to have you.
BEST OF LUCK!
Joanne
Thanks for the kind words.
RealityZone
As I flail around in the pool I will try to remember that!
Cameron
Thanks for the words of confidence. I will remember that!
Good for you Ray! It's better to walk out with your head held high than to be escorted out of the building like a criminal.
You will be fine. Now you have the opportunity to move to something else, something outside of your comfort zone perhaps.
Good luck, but I know you won't need it.
Travel
There are self doubts circling around me right about now. I have a butterfly net and are chasing them right now. Thanks for the good luck!
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