bethany102399
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Post by bethany102399 on Aug 4, 2023 19:05:43 GMT
We've been having budget issues for the past year at my employer, and they announced layoffs last week. A couple of people in my department have been let go (immediately) I heard today I'm being let go but they're asking me to stay for several weeks and wrap up projects. They're giving me a very generous package and most importantly extending my health insurance benefits which will allow us to change our coverage with DH's company.
I'm just kind of numb. I figured this was coming, and have begun looking around. My job can be done as a freelancer, but I need the routine of a formal job. Part of me says you haven't been happy for awhile and this is an opportunity to change. The more cynical half says you just turned 50 is anyone really going to hire you? I'm sort of spinning at the moment.
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Post by Linda on Aug 4, 2023 19:06:35 GMT
(((Hugs))) I hope this leads to a good opportunity for you going forward
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Post by kristi521 on Aug 4, 2023 19:09:50 GMT
I was where you are this time last year. I had been at a company for 23 years and I wasn't happy for the last year, year and a half. I was relieved hearing that it was happening, but also terrified. I know how scary it can be, and I know I am just a stranger on the internet, but PM me if you want to vent. I found a new job with a company that is much more in line with my values (the other company used to be that way, but when through/is still going through an identity crisis). I sincerely hope you find something better out there as well. My biggest suggestion is make use of your network, that was the best way to get in anywhere!
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Post by wordsmith on Aug 4, 2023 19:13:30 GMT
I hope you can allow yourself to grieve the loss of your routine, but do know that the layoff doesn’t reflect on you personally. If you need help processing that consider seeing a therapist. This can be very very hard if your identity is heavily wrapped up in your job.
(Hugs)
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Post by hop2 on Aug 4, 2023 19:17:26 GMT
Hugs
Good luck with your job search. Hope you find a great job
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Post by Merge on Aug 4, 2023 19:18:23 GMT
I’m so sorry. I feel certain that something even better will come along for you, though. Sending you best wishes!
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bethany102399
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Post by bethany102399 on Aug 4, 2023 19:19:56 GMT
I’m so sorry. I feel certain that something even better will come along for you, though. Sending you best wishes! thank you all. Merge, I've been stalking your posts to see if you've heard from your principal yet. hope all is well for you and the new gig.
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Post by librarylady on Aug 4, 2023 19:20:08 GMT
My sympathy to you. I know how shocking that can be. I was 50 when I was downsized. I used my severance to return to college and follow my dream career--got my MLS to become a librarian. It was the best thing ever.
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bethany102399
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Post by bethany102399 on Aug 4, 2023 19:22:53 GMT
I used my severance to return to college and follow my dream career--got my MLS to become a librarian. It was the best thing ever. And we all benefit from your posts!
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Post by cmpeter on Aug 4, 2023 19:24:32 GMT
I’m sorry! I was in a similar boat (and age) almost 5 years ago. I had been at my previous job for 24 years. I’ve been loving my new job. Same industry, whole new career path.
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Post by donnab on Aug 4, 2023 19:25:57 GMT
It's an awful experience. As a nurse, I never thought I would be laid off. Well, it happened in April. I was given a couple months of severance and now am on unemployment. I haven't been able to find anything that makes what I was making, or in my field. I've gotten close a couple times but they have fallen through. I ended up changing my resume a little since I am 53 and felt maybe ageism was affecting me. I don't want to work bedside so that is making it more difficult. I'm either overqualified for positions or underqualified. I'm crossing my fingers something happens soon. I've very thankful I had saved enough that I am ok for a little while.
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cakediva
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Post by cakediva on Aug 4, 2023 19:26:35 GMT
Hugs - losing a job is hard. When I lost mine I made the move to full time cakes, but it still took 7 years before I could say I'd replaced that income....
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Post by disneypal on Aug 4, 2023 19:28:16 GMT
Oh bethany102399 - I am so sorry. I am glad that you are getting a good package and your health benefits are extended. I’m sure you will find another job - I’m sorry this is happening to you…it stinks!
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Post by littlemama on Aug 4, 2023 19:29:46 GMT
You will find something better and you will realize how bad things were. I knew my last job was toxic, but didnt realize how much until I started at my current job and I was stunned thst people there were nice.
With regard to your insurance, job loss is a qualifying event and you can immediately jump on your dh's insurance without waiting for open enrollment whenever your coverage ends. (It was nice of them to extend yours, but it doesnt change your ability to get on your dh's whenever it ends)
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anniebeth24
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Post by anniebeth24 on Aug 4, 2023 19:41:26 GMT
Sorry you're going through this.
I was hired at my current job at 48. We just hired our newest employee at 50 and nearly chose the other candidate who told us in her interview that she was 66.
Try not to let your age stress you. Some employers see it as an advantage. Best wishes.
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Post by Lexica on Aug 4, 2023 20:09:34 GMT
Almost 20 years ago, I changed jobs in my early 50s and was given a very nice salary bump, more vacation, and the freedom to run my department as I saw fit. So it can happen. Age 50 isn’t considered old.
The downside for me would have been that the owners were all between 65 to 70 and when I interviewed, I asked what their plan was for their retirement. They told me they had two younger people that they were grooming to take over and that my job would be secure.
Well, it didn’t work out that way. One partner lost his wife to cancer and he decided to quit to spend time with his daughter and granddaughter. He wanted to cash out to move to where they were located. One of the other partners decided he wanted to cash out as well and to move to his home in Belize. The third partner didn’t want to run the offices himself. They ended up selling the company to a much bigger firm who closed down the office we were working in and let go multiple people. Fortunately for me though, I had been severely injured in my fall down the stairs and had gone out on permanent disability. If I hadn’t, I might have been let go too. Even if they had kept me, their offices were located quite a ways farther from my home and the commute would have been awful.
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Post by workingclassdog on Aug 4, 2023 20:51:21 GMT
I'm 55 and started a new career this year which I never thought I would be able to do really. I was always an Admin Assistant. I'm now a Financial Aid Advisor at a college. It's been a challenge to really learn something brand new but so far I have stuck it out and in six months they basically been telling me how impressed they were on how fast I picked it up. They have been great with me. They said it takes a full year to really understand it all. Some days I feel like a failure and other days I am a rock star. But all in all it's been good for me.
Don't let the age thing get you down. I hope you are able to figure it out! If I can, anyone can!
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Post by lisae on Aug 4, 2023 23:03:46 GMT
I'm sorry. I hope you find a new job that you love.
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Post by anniefb on Aug 4, 2023 23:18:23 GMT
I'm sorry to hear this. Hope you find a new role soon.
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Post by supersoda on Aug 4, 2023 23:33:27 GMT
I’m so sorry. I hope everything works out well.
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Post by tommygirl on Aug 4, 2023 23:42:30 GMT
I am sorry you are going through this stress of facing a job change! I know where I work we look the fact that you are 50 years old with valuable knowledge and experience as a plus. I hope your job search is easy and brings you a wonderful new position!
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Post by brynn on Aug 5, 2023 1:56:56 GMT
((Hugs)) I hope you soon find a new, fulfilling job.
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kate
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Post by kate on Aug 5, 2023 2:19:02 GMT
I hope this turns out to be one of the best things that could have happened! A dear friend of mine is job-hunting now & has tweaked her resume to not reflect her age. It's a jungle out there.
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Post by Lurkingpea on Aug 5, 2023 2:31:45 GMT
I am sorry. Such a scary situation. I hope something great is on the horizon.
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Post by Zee on Aug 5, 2023 3:00:13 GMT
It's an awful experience. As a nurse, I never thought I would be laid off. Well, it happened in April. I was given a couple months of severance and now am on unemployment. I haven't been able to find anything that makes what I was making, or in my field. I've gotten close a couple times but they have fallen through. I ended up changing my resume a little since I am 53 and felt maybe ageism was affecting me. I don't want to work bedside so that is making it more difficult. I'm either overqualified for positions or underqualified. I'm crossing my fingers something happens soon. I've very thankful I had saved enough that I am ok for a little while. I will probably be in your shoes within the next year as I don't expect they'll continue with this role I'm in (though I could be wrong). But I'm fine with going back to strictly bedside if needed. Hospitals always need experienced nurses and at 51 I look like I know what I'm doing, lol. It inspires confidence in younger nurses and patients and doctors too. I'll always have a job somewhere if I'm willing to do bedside though I might not get paid what I would like to. I don't like office nursing very much, I would rather do interesting things than answer the phone. School nursing never, don't want to teach, don't want to become an NP. Jail nursing might be interesting and we get all kinds of shysters and criminals and weirdos anyway. I'd probably be safer in the jail! I am not getting any severance package when/if it happens but I won't be let go if I'm willing to take a pay cut.
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Post by mymindseyedpea on Aug 5, 2023 8:51:47 GMT
Can you create a routine and formal atmosphere with your freelancing? Sorry you got put in this situation. Hopefully one day you can look back on it and ________(fill in the blank)
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Post by bklyngal62 on Aug 5, 2023 11:17:55 GMT
bethany102399 I can totally relate to you right now. I'm moving to another state and not sure if I'll be leaving with or without a job. The store I wanted to transfer to told me there was no openings. I'm in my 60's and I know it's going to be hard to start over somewhere else. What actually scares me the most is not having insurance. I wish you luck and hope you find a job you'll love.
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Post by getting started on Aug 5, 2023 11:52:38 GMT
I wanted to come and offer some reassurance. I also didn't think it was possible to get a new job at 50 but it is! When my employer did layoffs the folks at 50 or over all found new jobs in 4-9 months. I had felt that my age was a disadvantage so I cleaned up my resume so it wasn't obvious that I was 50 but I could still show that I had great experience. My other piece of advice is let yourself feel all the emotions that come with leaving a job, being laid off, etc. It's a lot to process but you'll be ok!
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Post by freecharlie on Aug 5, 2023 12:33:58 GMT
I just wanted to say I'm sorry and I hope the job hunt goes well.
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Post by ktdoesntscrap on Aug 5, 2023 12:38:04 GMT
sorry losing a job sucks!! and over 50 is tough! I lost my job 6 years ago at 54. The job I eventually found is a great fit for me ! I never thought I would find something that fits my skills and my passion so well. Fingers crossed you find something that works for you!
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