I was laid off twice in my 20+-year-long career. It wasn’t ideal and I stressed over it, but I ended up doing better each time. I’ve learned that giving the management the satisfaction of seeing me worried and stressed and showing them I’m willing to do whatever it takes to keep my job (like doubling my workload) is pointless. Just do your job to the best of your ability and don’t think about the things you can’t change. I think that will help you and your mental health immensely.
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laid off in january, mid 50's. can't get an interview anywhere. So don't tell me it's not the "end of the world." Educated, certified, licensed, awards, etc etc.. NOT ONE SINGLE CALL BACK with over 200 applications I've applied to. Severence ended and now on unemployment but I would much rather be working and contributing to my retirement.
@4bif+1nI3vB7p .. I suggested that being riffed over age 60 is no walk in the park. i never suggested it was a death sentence. Yes you can manage and will. I have many years of planning for retirement but that was all dependent on working at least through to age 65, probably through to full SSI age. These plans have been nixed and with very few opportunities being open for older people, it would be fair to say the REST of my life has been impacted.
What could or should Humana do about that? Maybe providing more financial advice for those aged over 60. Maybe recruitment guidance and assistance for older people. The stakes for older associates can be higher because it will impact them life long.
I am sure you all know the famous mantra... Our greatest resource is our associates. Until it isn't.
@ese+1nI3vB7p- harder to be RIFd over 60 due to concerns about possible age discrimination.
One of the fears of RIF is finding another job in this economy, and one reason we came to Humana is the higher salary or the benefits of working from home. The reality is, due to different events, sometimes we are the only income or we have been spending up to our income, not saving the difference.
One of the realities is that if I’m RIFd, I may have to do a serious budget review and reduction of what my new reality is. And, commit to live at that level, even if there is a higher paying role, so I’m not in this position again.
Maybe speaking with my team’s social worker will help, about resources in my area and the income caps. Maybe I need to start going to food pantries, or get my insurance from the healthcare exchange, or give up my phone plan.
It su-ks, it hurts, but it’s reality. I’m starting to look at the back to school programs for free school supplies for kids in my area.
I can’t be frozen in fear, but need to try to make the best of it. I changed my 401 k deduction to a lower percentage to be able to throw that into savings. Mortgage rates are higher, but a refinance may lower my payment. I’m calling my car dealer today about exchanging my car for a lower payment one, and comparing car insurance options.
I didn’t think I’d be here, but I am. It’s on me for my family, and I’m going to do it….
Just waiting for my severance and will be glad to go.
I was laid off in the first rounds from 2017. PURE GOD SEND! Humana will not last forever, & no amount of 'kool-aid' can fix the bs they spew everyday about valueing the employee, etc. You know this. Take care of yourself, get out before the entire mess collapses..
There is always life after...
Try getting laid off past 60 years of age. Ain't no walk in the park and can be ruinous to retirement plans.
I think a layoff wouldn’t be so catastrophic, if we were in a different market. Layoffs are so prevalent, so the market is extremely competitive right now. People who have been laid off, and who are unemployed, need a job desperately. We’re dealing with record high inflation, which means your money doesn’t stretch very far. People are spending 6-10 months being unemployed, while doing things like Uber, DoorDash, and Lyft, just to have consistent income coming in. Jobs just aren’t available as quickly anymore.
I know this post meant well OP, and I know you’re trying to upflift and encourage people. But when you’re laid, in today’s world, knowing you have children and a family who is dependent on you, it becomes overwhelming when you realize that bills aren’t being paid and you might end up homeless, because your income disappeared instantly.
It’s devastating and so scary. People have every right to feel terrified and angry about being laid off. It’s not fun, and I wouldn’t wish it upon my worst enemy.