I am now the member of a club I would rather not be a member of

[BikerGeek99]

After 30 of the most awkward, uncomfortable days in my professional career, my near-decade stint with my employer has officially come to an end. I am now in the land of the unemployed, laid-off-style. All in all my time there was a very positive experience and I enjoyed myself. The end kinda sucked, but I'll look back and focus on the positives, and there were many positives over the years.

I am not sure what will be next for me, but I have some time to shake this crap off and get my head on straight before heading into the job market. Time to take some time for me - maybe, just maybe, it's time for a ride...

 

[ionbeam]

BummerGeek99. Really sorry to see that you have an opportunity to add this experience to your portfolio. Wishing you the best in where life takes you after this.

I completely understand about needing to take some mental health time, but it may not be a wise thing to do. Right now you need to be writing your resume, identifying references and getting them on-board and starting to network. The longer you are not employed the harder it becomes to get employed unless you already have an opportunity in hand. DAMHIK. If there is anything I can do to help -- short of sending money LMK. If you need a character reference I can certainly attest that you are indeed a character!

Good luck!

 

[RadioHowie]

Andy,

Finally answered your PM. Sorry for the delay.

 

[wheatonFJR]

It's most definitely time for a ride.

Sorry about the 30 uncomfortable days (Hey that sounds like a Yamafitter RR), but it sounds like the previous time was good, all in all.

Nobody looks forward to being laid off, it definitely SUCKS...but maybe there is a silver lining in there somewhere. Here's hoping that you get an opportunity to catch on with a great company.

Have you thought about wrenching bikes for a living?

Seriously dude, here's to a good transition for you.

Pint of beer on me at the next Ramble...so you can tell me all about it.

 

[Niehart]

My friend, you are one fmart sellow. Clear the head, breath and find a new job.

I would say good luck but we both know brains and hard work make luck and you have both.

 

[BikerGeek99]

I completely understand about needing to take some mental health time, but it may not be a wise thing to do. Right now you need to be writing your resume, identifying references and getting them on-board and starting to network.

I know what you mean there, Alan. I already have my references lined up and while my resume is an unmitigated disaster, the Company is providing assistance with this. Even though I have been burned out for quite a while now (I cannot remember the last time I truly relaxed on a vacation - it's been years), I did my best to leave on good terms. Management acknowledged my professionalism and thanked me for it. Life is too short, and the world is too small. I really do not believe in burning bridges.

Have you thought about wrenching bikes for a living?

There's always a comedian in every crowd, Wheatey!

Thanks for the kind words, Niehart.

I actually spoke with a company I had been dealing with for years - once I'm ready, I'll reach out to them. They way they put it, "If you're serious about working for us, I'm sure we can find a place for you." They know me. VERY well. So, there are options.

 

[Intech]

Know anything about instrumentation and controls? I have an opening for a technician. I wish you well in the transition and hope you find suitable employment.

 

[Bugnatr]

Getting laid off may be a good thing as it may open a new chapter in your life, stay positive! With the options you have I would strongly suggest you take a vacation ride while you can. Fall rides are the best, it will be good for your head and your bike. Go do things you would not normally do just don't get arrested before you land the new job.

 

[El Toro Joe]

Sorry to hear the news Andy...Hope things work out for the best. Knowing that Sooze & you worked for the same company, I hope her position is stable.

My wife may be in the same boat soon.

 

[garyahouse]

Know anything about instrumentation and controls? I have an opening for a technician. I wish you well in the transition and hope you find suitable employment.

That would be a bit of a drive, wouldn't it??

Good luck to you my friend. Hope to hear that this dark cloud had a silver lining and that your new job, wherever that may be, was a step up just waiting to happen.

Gary

darksider #44

 

[Top_Speed1]

Sorry to hear Andy.

Maybe with all your culinary expertise slash dinning experience (ie. your mouth-watering pics on fb) ...you could land a job as a food critic?

Hey, Guy Fieri has one sweet-ass job if you ask me. And instead of the '67 Camaro SS, you go around on your '04 Feejer in full ATGATT.... I'll watch ya!

Seriously, I wish you the best of luck.

 

[ionbeam]

...instead of the '67 Camaro SS, you go around on your '04 Feejer in full ATGATT...

Just so old school, Feasting On Asphalt. And it didn't end well.

 

[beemerdons]

Mi Hermano Andy, if you can play the piano I can get you a job as the Piano Player at Adelita's Whorehouse in Coahuila, Mexico.

Know Madam Leticia very well, you would be playing piano in the bar downstairs. The working girls are upstairs, a great job ese!

 

[ionbeam]

...if you can play the piano I can get you a job as the Piano Player at Adelita's Whorehouse in Coahuila, Mexico...

Bummer, Andy plays the trombone. However, I believe 'Bust is going through the yellow pages right now looking for a piano instructor :lol:

 

[PhilJet09]

Jeez Andy, that sucks but I'm confident that you'll end up in a better place. Good people always do.

If it were me, I'd go on a nice fall motorcycle ride to clear the head. Sounds like you need a nice break anyway.

I wish you all the best and let me know if you or Sooze need anything, I'm just a short ride away.

 

[Geezer]

Andy, sorry to hear about your new status. I doubt that I can be of help, but if you let us know something about your skills or what type of work you would like to find then maybe someone here can give you some leads.

 

[ShowMeMo]

Andy, I hear Garmin is looking for new voices ... Trachy, the hooker .... (Sorry, Mike may be the only one that gets that)

Good luck my friend, let me know if I can help in any way.... Except money, or Beer...

 

[Redfish Hunter]

Since I only "know" you through this forum this may be stretching it a bit but... Andy, reading your Ride Reports has given me a healthy respect for your intellect. Little things like that wonderfully done LMGTFY effect that are far beyond my computer literacy let me know that you will not be in this club for long. I have every confidence that you will find employment very soon.

By all means take a little time to clear your mind. Then get your butt in gear and get yourself a really high paying job in time to buy all of us some really nice Christmas presents. In case you were wondering, the first item on my list is the 2014 FJR ES!

 

[dcarver]

1. Getting laid off was the VERY best thing that ever happened to me.. Although at the time, not so clear.

2. We are ALL contractors. Only the length of the gig is different. If you subscribe to this statement, then do what contractors do. Network. Keep resume fresh. Apply for jobs even if happy where you are. Keep skills sharp. Go for long rides 'searching for work'. Write rides off on taxes..

Got it?