I lost a job I didn’t even like, and I definitely won’t miss my manager, or a few people on my team, for that matter. But I’m still terrified of what’s out there. I’ve saved enough to bridge myself over for a bit, which helps ease the anxiety. I’m giving myself some time to decompress, and then I know I’ll flip straight into panic mode the moment I start dealing with the job market. I have this feeling things will get worse before they get better. It’s really hard to feel even remotely optimistic these days.
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Take care of your health first. work a part-time job if you have to. live simply. the rat race won't help you if you're the one on the hamster wheel that takes a stoke or heart attack. don't be like a japanese salaryman! lol
Here's something I came across earlier posted on the site that I found helpful.
https://www.thelayoff.com/t/1ka6yqhnz?source=follow&n=1
Wish you the best in your job search!
Job market su-ks for some folks right now. Agree with getting after it right now especially your financial situation. What exactly will you walk away with including severance, leftover vacation, bonus money, etc. Find out what your unemployment will be and when you can start drawing it. Also check and see the tax implications of the severance money. Having to pay a tax bill while you are looking for a job could be problematic. The “glad I’m gone”, “this might be a path to greener pastures” posts will not pay a single bill.
That is the one upside. If you really didn’t like your job to begin with, getting laid off to be a blessing. You’ll have a chance to look for new opportunity while getting severance to tide you over.
I think alot of folks are planning to take a break during the holidays then get after it in January......which is why I would suggest you get after it ASAP. Job market is tough, take any advantage of anything you can. Nothing wrong with your plan, just giving a suggestion is all. Best of luck!
I'm so sorry you guys are going through this. It was a messed up situation, handled in a messed up way
Good luck, I do think many of us are feeling similar!!