Comments on: “We’re Letting You Go” – What to Do Next

By: Deborah

Deborah — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 17:53:10 +0000

Hi Michele,
Some folks have found the movie a bit tough and I certainly understand. I’ve been laid off a few times in my career and the first time was the toughest. The second time, I was easier to deal with and I moved on quickly. The hallway can be a springboard to all new things, things we might never had imagined. Thanks for the comment. Deb

By: Michele Heine

Michele Heine — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 02:37:37 +0000

Deb

I will definitely be sure to see the movie based on your recommendation.

I also was downsized from Kodak and have moved on, gladly, to another opportunity after a prolonged search. I do feel good about what happened, as opposed to feeling resentful and angry. I would imagine you might feel similarly given where you are now.

Thanks for sharing advice with those of us who have been stuck in the hallway.

Michele

By: Deborah

Deborah — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 02:56:37 +0000

Hi Doug, glad you are hanging in there. Your time is coming. Perfect storms pass but not before there’s a fair amount of white water! See you soon, Deb

By: Doug Hitchcock

Doug Hitchcock — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 22:51:31 +0000

Hi Deb, good blog……
After being “let go”, “downsized”, “rightsized”, “eliminated”……all of them have both the worker and their family (esp spouse, children, significant others) all truly become “up in the air”.

So, don’t forget how the OTHERS also feel about the former employee’s change in life.

Yes, I have been “let go” almost a year ago….Overall, a good thing as it wasn’t a great cultural fit. But take that event plus the “perfect storm” of the economy, job market, etc and the movie hits very close to home.

So, I have a) upgraded my education, b) looked at re-engineered career paths, c) spent time with loved ones, and d) gone to more movies! Happy new year; may it be a better decade than the 2000′s…..ps: still looking.