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My brother quit the week before he was going to get laid off and because he
quit, he was denied unemployment, though he had worked there 12 years! He tried a appeal and was denied.....Really, really sucks as he wasn't and isn't in a very good place mentally.... :-) Liz "Baha via CatKB.com" u18616@uwe wrote in message news:633f95d8c3783@uwe... I must admit I knew it was coming. I got taken into a meeting, ostensibly to discuss the numerous postings I had tried to make to other positions. Instead I was told that the call center environment is not a good fit for me, and that they would be happy to accept my resignation rather than have to terminate me; in return, I would be given a severance of close to two grand and confidentiality if and when someone may call for references. I don't know if I'm being a jackass or not, but I took it. It's all rhetorical, it's a firing, no matter what kind of pretty language you want to wrap it in; and no matter how flowery the wrapping and how bright the bow, the package is still full of bullsh*t. So I am out, for better or worse. I knew something was in the works today; Stosh came into the bedroom after I got up, agitated as all hell, tail low; and when I gave him a pet, he jumped back in such a fright that he scared Brandy in turn, and she landed on my husband's tuchus with claws fully out. They *know.* I don't know how, but they know. Purr then, and purr loudly: I'm fired. I need a job. Anyone in the market for me? Blessed be, Baha -- Message posted via http://www.catkb.com |
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"Baha via CatKB.com" u18616@uwe wrote in message news:633f95d8c3783@uwe... I must admit I knew it was coming. Been there and I know how crappy it feels. Even if you hated the job. (I did) Even if you probably should have quit sooner (I should have). Even if it was the right thing for you and for them. (Certainly was in my case) Still, fired is fired and it feels like ****. For a while. Then you realize you don't have to think about them and worry about them any more. You start to get this funny feeling and on closer examination you realize you feel -- free. Things really do have to get better. So let them. Jo |
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Job-finding purrs are on the way. I think you were smart to take their
deal. If you'd refused, they would have either made your life on the job miserable or terminated you without the severance pay. I hope you can find a job where you're appreciated. Joy "Baha via CatKB.com" u18616@uwe wrote in message news:633f95d8c3783@uwe... I must admit I knew it was coming. I got taken into a meeting, ostensibly to discuss the numerous postings I had tried to make to other positions. Instead I was told that the call center environment is not a good fit for me, and that they would be happy to accept my resignation rather than have to terminate me; in return, I would be given a severance of close to two grand and confidentiality if and when someone may call for references. I don't know if I'm being a jackass or not, but I took it. It's all rhetorical, it's a firing, no matter what kind of pretty language you want to wrap it in; and no matter how flowery the wrapping and how bright the bow, the package is still full of bullsh*t. So I am out, for better or worse. I knew something was in the works today; Stosh came into the bedroom after I got up, agitated as all hell, tail low; and when I gave him a pet, he jumped back in such a fright that he scared Brandy in turn, and she landed on my husband's tuchus with claws fully out. They *know.* I don't know how, but they know. Purr then, and purr loudly: I'm fired. I need a job. Anyone in the market for me? Blessed be, Baha -- Message posted via http://www.catkb.com |
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On Fri, 14 Jul 2006 19:53:17 GMT, "Baha via CatKB.com" u18616@uwe
yodeled: I must admit I knew it was coming. I got taken into a meeting, ostensibly to discuss the numerous postings I had tried to make to other positions. Instead I was told that the call center environment is not a good fit for me, and that they would be happy to accept my resignation rather than have to terminate me; in return, I would be given a severance of close to two grand and confidentiality if and when someone may call for references. I don’t know if I’m being a jackass or not, but I took it. It’s all rhetorical, it’s a firing, no matter what kind of pretty language you want to wrap it in; and no matter how flowery the wrapping and how bright the bow, the package is still full of bullsh*t. So I am out, for better or worse. I knew something was in the works today; Stosh came into the bedroom after I got up, agitated as all hell, tail low; and when I gave him a pet, he jumped back in such a fright that he scared Brandy in turn, and she landed on my husband’s tuchus with claws fully out. They *know.* I don’t know how, but they know. Purr then, and purr loudly: I’m fired. I need a job. Anyone in the market for me? Blessed be, Baha Purrs for you to land on your feet. Theresa Stinky Pictures: http://community.webshots.com/album/125591586JWEFwh Make Levees, Not War |
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Dear Liz,
Very sad to hear about the termination. Never is easy on anyone. I've been fired from more than a couple jobs. Each time, another better job came along in a couple weeks. I've been fired from restaurants, repair jobs, and likely some I can't remember off the top of my head. I was just fixing a cooler today. For a restaurant in Ontario, NY. They need a chef, and also a waitress. 20 to 30 hours a week, and you need to work weekends. Does this uniform look good on you? http://angam.ang.univie.ac.at/class/...%20working.jpg (hope that you consider this funny). Life has a fantastic way of getting even with people after awhile. Now, you are free to look for the job that you deserve. Where people are polite, and treat you well. -- Christopher A. Young You can't shout down a troll. You have to starve them. .. "Baha via CatKB.com" u18616@uwe wrote in message news:633f95d8c3783@uwe... I must admit I knew it was coming. I got taken into a meeting, ostensibly to discuss the numerous postings I had tried to make to other positions. Instead I was told that the call center environment is not a good fit for me, and that they would be happy to accept my resignation rather than have to terminate me; in return, I would be given a severance of close to two grand and confidentiality if and when someone may call for references. I don't know if I'm being a jackass or not, but I took it. It's all rhetorical, it's a firing, no matter what kind of pretty language you want to wrap it in; and no matter how flowery the wrapping and how bright the bow, the package is still full of bullsh*t. So I am out, for better or worse. I knew something was in the works today; Stosh came into the bedroom after I got up, agitated as all hell, tail low; and when I gave him a pet, he jumped back in such a fright that he scared Brandy in turn, and she landed on my husband's tuchus with claws fully out. They *know.* I don't know how, but they know. Purr then, and purr loudly: I'm fired. I need a job. Anyone in the market for me? Blessed be, Baha -- Message posted via http://www.catkb.com |
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"Baha via CatKB.com" u18616@uwe wrote:
I got taken into a meeting, ostensibly to discuss the numerous postings I had tried to make to other positions. Instead I was told that the call center environment is not a good fit for me, and that they would be happy to accept my resignation rather than have to terminate me; in return, I would be given a severance of close to two grand and confidentiality if and when someone may call for references. I don't know if I'm being a jackass or not, but I took it. It sounds like you made a good decision to me. You won't get unemployment benefits this way, but it'll be much, much better for your job-hunting. I'm sorry that you are now facing financial uncertainty, and I know how that feels. Purrs for you to find a great job ASAP!! However, I'm not sorry to hear that you are out of *there*. When your ex-boss (now, doesn't that sound great, EX-boss?? ) said the call center wasn't a good fit for you, s/he was right. It wasn't! I was really worried about you, about what that job was doing to your mental health. I don't say this lightly, either - you seemed to be going down a dangerous path from the stress. I got fired once, many years ago. I was very upset, and cried when he told me. However, once the shock wore off (a few days later), I suddenly realized that I wouldn't have to go back there again, and was flooded with joy. Wheeeee, happy dance!!! I really was quite miserable there, and therefore, was unable to do a very good job - and they knew this. So in the end, it wasn't such a big surprise that I got canned, and the outcome from it all was that I ended up changing careers and being much happier. I wish you luck in your search for something better!! Joyce |
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On Fri 14 Jul 2006 03:53:17p, Baha via CatKB.com wrote in
rec.pets.cats.anecdotes (news:633f95d8c3783@uwe): Purr then, and purr loudly: I'm fired. I need a job. Anyone in the market for me? Ah, Liz, I'm so sorry but we are sending purrs that this is a blessing. I know you've been as unhappy as I've been, but I know I'd freak out too if I had to leave when it wasn't my desicion. But, I've been there, and it opened the door to somehting better way back then, so I hope it does the same for you. -- Cheryl |
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No cluons were harmed when "Baha via CatKB.com" u18616@uwe wrote: I must admit I knew it was coming. I got taken into a meeting, ostensibly to discuss the numerous postings I had tried to make to other positions. Instead I was told that the call center environment is not a good fit for me, and that they would be happy to accept my resignation rather than have to terminate me Want to form a club (evil grin)? My position was terminated today because the part of the business I code for is going away. Good luck, hugs, and lots of purrs, Mark -- Proof of Sanity Forged Upon Request |
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Fired
"Baha via CatKB.com" u18616@uwe wrote:
Purr then, and purr loudly: I’m fired. I need a job. Anyone in the market for me? I'm sorry that you lost your job. On the other hand, some time off might be healthy and give you a chance to think about what you really *want* to do. |
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Fired
Purrs from across the pond for the perfect job.
-- Christine in Vantaa, Finland christal63 (at) gmail (dot) com photos: http://photos.yahoo.com/christal63 photos: http://community.webshots.com/user/chkr63 |
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