#JobLoss #CareerChange #FindingNewWork
Hey everyone, so I just wanted to share a tough experience I went through today. I got fired from a job that I absolutely loved. 😢 Honestly, it hit me like a ton of bricks. One minute I was happily working with cars and computers, and the next, I was out the door, and I still have no clue why! Here are some of the things I’m feeling:
- Total Shock: Getting fired unexpectedly can feel surreal. I’ve put my heart into this job, and to be let go without warning is just crushing.
- Emotional Rollercoaster: I’ve never been one to cry over work, but let me tell you, I sobbed all the way home. 😔 It’s frustrating when you love what you do and feel dedicated, yet it all comes crashing down.
- Financial Anxiety: Now comes the stress of job hunting to pay the bills. What a joy, right? 🙄 Finding something new when you’re already down can feel overwhelming.
So, how do we cope when life throws us a curveball like this? Here are a few things I’m thinking could help:
- 💪 Reflect and Reevaluate: Take some time to think about what you loved about the job and what you want in your next position.
- 🔗 Network: Reach out to former coworkers or friends in the industry. You never know who might know of a good opportunity!
- 📄 Update Your Resume: Get your resume and LinkedIn profile looking sharp. Highlight your skills, especially the ones from your previous job.
- 🙌 Stay Positive: Remember, sometimes setbacks lead to even better opportunities!
Has anyone else gone through a sudden job loss? How did you cope or what strategies did you use to bounce back? I’d love to hear your experiences and tips! Let’s support each other in this journey. ❤️
Did the boss let you know at least why he fired you?
Collect unemployment benefits if possible. If you weren’t doing anything wrong or illegal, it should be easy to win benefits (depending on your state)
I’ve had jobs I’ve loved and wished they would have been forever, but realize that it’s just that it’s a job you don’t owe it anything and it does not owe you anything. You don’t have to feel like it’s your sole purpose in life they will come and go. Some are good some bad the end goal is to learn from that experience/skill that can never be taken away from you. You will use that to grow remember that everything happens for a reason and one day you will see what that reason might be. I would just get out there and look for the next opportunity and you will be just fine.
I’m sorry OP. It sucks and I can see that you were dedicated to it. Unfortunately, that’s life and at the end of the day it’s someone’s business that pays their bills. I trust that you can keep your head up and find another job that you enjoy. I hope you can remember this moment that when it’s your turn to be a manager in the future, you can be sympathetic to newcomers. I’ve been through shitty situations with shitty managers and I’ve vowed to NEVER ever be like that. You’re young and at least have some experience on your hands now! Keep going
Were you fired or where you laid off?
Those are VERY different things. Fired is you did something wrong while laid off is the company doesn’t need your position.
Typically if they don’t say a reason you were fired it could be a layoff.
I’m so sorry!
I know this feel somewhat, lost a job I really liked due to covid shutdown making them close their doors. I had a 3/12’s schedule, drove overnight 4 hours one way, dropped stuff off, picked things up (not not a drug mule) drove 4 hours back. Had a 3 day weekend all the time, perfect work/life balance… I miss it so much.
You didn’t lose anything. I know it doesn’t feel like it right now, but you gained SO much from this experience.
Getting laid off is awful. I’m sorry you had to experience it this young. Been there. A few times. HURTS. Makes you question yourself. And it’s almost always about numbers. It’s SO personal for you—how could it not be?—but it’s not personal for a business.
You will never be a person to a company. Let that be your big lesson here. (The biggest lie any company will tell you is, “We’re family here!” No, you are NOT.) Size of the company doesn’t matter, either.
Everything you learned on the job there can transition to a new job or degree. Do not burn bridges! You need references (people who will vouch for the quality of your work & character).
This is a momentary setback. You got this!
EDIT: The above was in the long term. Short term, seek out any places that would value your current skill set. Even places that you think MIGHT.
(Job seeker tip: Just because the job ad says it’s a requirement doesn’t mean it is. That is their WISH LIST for the perfect candidate. If it’s something you think you could do, ESPECIALLY if it’s something you think you’d love, apply ANYWAY.)
For every job that I’ve loved, I immediately accept it will not last. Jobs come and go. Bosses and coworkers change. Work culture and environments evolve. The only thing you can do when you find a sweet job is thank the gods, do your best at it and enjoy the temporary time you have there. Try to avoid internalizing this ending and best of luck in the future!
File for unemployment tomorrow.