#careeradvice #layoff #jobtermination
Hey there,
I’m really sorry to hear about what happened to you. Getting laid off, especially without any explanation, is incredibly tough. It’s completely understandable that you’re feeling confused and upset about the whole situation. I can’t imagine how difficult it must be to process everything that’s happened.
It sounds like you were blindsided by the news, especially after receiving positive feedback from multiple people at your job. It’s definitely a confusing and frustrating situation to be in. But I want you to know that you’re not alone in this. Many people have gone through similar experiences and have come out stronger on the other side. I’m here to offer some advice and support to help you navigate this challenging time.
First and foremost, I want to emphasize the importance of taking care of yourself during this period of uncertainty. It’s completely normal to feel a wide range of emotions, from anger and frustration to sadness and confusion. Allow yourself to feel these emotions, but also remember to practice self-care and reach out to your support system for help.
In terms of the job situation, it’s understandable that you’re eager to understand why this happened. While it’s disappointing that you didn’t receive a clear explanation from your employer, it’s important to remember that sometimes these decisions are made for reasons beyond our control. It doesn’t make the situation any less frustrating, but it also means that it’s not necessarily a reflection of your skills and abilities.
If you feel comfortable, it might be worth reaching out to your manager or HR department to ask for more clarity on the situation. You can approach the conversation with an open mind, expressing your desire to understand the reasons behind the layoff for your own personal growth and development. Sometimes, having this conversation can provide some closure and help you move forward.
In the meantime, consider exploring your legal rights in this situation. Depending on the circumstances of your layoff, you may be entitled to certain benefits or protections. It could be beneficial to seek advice from a legal professional or a labor union to understand your rights and options moving forward.
As you navigate this period of uncertainty, it’s important to keep your professional network and connections in mind. Your former colleagues and supervisors provided positive feedback about your work, so it’s clear that you have valuable skills and abilities. Don’t hesitate to reach out to them for support, advice, or even potential job opportunities in the future.
Additionally, take this time to reflect on your career goals and aspirations. This layoff might be an opportunity for you to reassess your professional path and consider new possibilities. Maybe there’s a new role or industry that aligns better with your skills and interests. Embrace this period of change as a chance to explore new opportunities and set new goals for yourself.
Lastly, remember that it’s okay to take some time to process everything that’s happened. Give yourself the space to grieve the loss of your job and the uncertainty that comes with it. It’s a challenging situation, but it’s also an opportunity for growth and resilience.
I hope this advice provides some clarity and comfort as you navigate this difficult time. Remember that you have the strength and resilience to overcome this setback and come out even stronger on the other side. You’re not alone in this, and there are people who care about you and want to support you through this journey.
Hang in there, and keep pushing forward. You’ve got this! 🌟
They wanted a temporary worker. lied there their teeth at you interview. If you knew it was a temporary job you would have never taken the job. Happens far too often
Let me guess, a lot of your benefits started after the probation.
UPS used to do that many years ago, after a certain time on the job you were then able to join the union as a permanent employee. Most were laid off the day before that happened.
Take it in stride and move on.
It doesn’t sound like it’s an issue here but maybe (maybe) consider not gunning for a wage increase the instant your probation is over. You’d get side eye from any employer I’ve ever worked for trying to pull that.
Do yourself a favor and don’t think about the why because ultimately it doesn’t matter. You’ll only drive yourself crazy trying to dissect every little thing.
The best advice is to stop worrying about it. You can mill yourself racking your brain and the truth is, you’ll never know. But it’s really just selfish reasoning on their part.
Find a new job and move on. Sorry man
Wow! and told you to leave the premises?! Omg.. I’m sorry this happened to you. Try to get a few close colleagues to be a reference. I know this was horrible.. but you’ll get through this and get something better
All jobs are temporary.
Arrange your life accordingly.
Team fit issue? Budget cuts?
Budgeting.
We’re you laid off or fired?
Laid off usually means you weren’t the only one. That the company is doing mass layoffs. Sometimes they let go the lowest tier so it is metric based. However, like where I work, last month they laid off 2,000 country wide and it was just their positions were eliminated. It www whole sections in some cases. But those laid off this way where no metrics were the deciding factor, those laid off get severance based on tenure and benefits for a couple of months.
Fired means it was only you and that you did something wrong which led to you being terminated.
Regardless I am sorry. Do you still have the binder? Maybe you can use it as proof if you feel ti were unjustly let go or to reference as you apply for other jobs.
Don’t shed anymore tears over them. It’s done and you’ll be better prepared going into a new workplace, hopefully one that respects you more.
Remember how much loyalty jobs give you, your life, and your ability to meet your basic needs.
Get back on the grind, and remember this can happen any time, so save up and prepare for it.
Hey, I just wanted to say that something similar happened to me except they were bigger dicks about it. Companies run out of money for things sometimes. But it’s still a shit thing to do. Feel better!
It’s cruel the way they lay off people without any warning in the U.S. We need better workers rights in the U.S. A friend of mine who worked in Germany told me that in Germany few ever get fired or layed off. Why! The company has to go to court and present their case for firing or laying off someone. It’s a long process they try to avoid. It could take up to a year.
that is the point of probation
That’s life. Just think of this as a teaching moment that there’s no point of being loyal to your company beyond whatever you’ve agreed on your contract. What was your profession ?
FUCK THAT PLACE. FUCK THOSE PEOPLE. Heartless, immoral, blood sucking mother fuckers.
Quick to blame the manager.
Happens all the time. Company I worked for would hire temps and then let them go right before the probation period ended so they didn’t have to pay benefits. Also, because they could circumvent union protection because the temps didn’t have membership in the union.
KHSARA
It’s not your fault. These things happen. Get over it and find another job.
I oversee a large division of the healthcare system I work for. Needless to say, I have the final word for most hiring, and/or firing decisions for anyone who reports through me. There are dozens of scenarios that could have lead to this situation that had nothing to do with your performance where your employer was still operating in good faith. They could have lost grant funding, or a regulatory change made the position unnecessary.
It’s unfortunate that they weren’t more forthcoming with you, but that’s not uncommon in today’s litigious society. It is natural to feel upset. Sounds like the HR person had a hard time with it too. It’s also normal to ascribe ill intent and it sounds like your manager could have been more sensitive to you experience as a human being. Maybe they are conniving jerks, but usually these things are just unfortunate situations that everyone regrets. Hang in there.
Very unfortunate the way they treated you 🙁 But understand this is at-will employment whether in probationary period or not. No reason has to be given by the company. It is not your fault or you did anything wront. Sure they wanted to go different direction. Dont consumed by this- it is a just layoff. Update your resume and start applying. Tailor your resume for each job, use job search tools like [resumas.com](https://resumas.com) to customize resume. Think about your future not past! You will find a better company soon. Believe in yourself and mov on!