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I think I was just fired

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  1. Arcalian...that is a bummer. Sending loads of positive thoughts and prayers your way and wishing you the very best with your job search.

    Posted 3 years ago by Crazycatman - CA #

  2. Arcalian, sending positive thoughts and willing that better job to come along for you! Take care, my friend.

    Posted 3 years ago by jcat #

  3. KW, there are things about this job I like (the fact that's typing stuff) and things I don't (hours, bosses attitude). I've been there 6 years, that's the longest I've lasted anywhere.

    Catwoman, thanks I'll look into that.

    Posted 3 years ago by Arcalian #

  4. Positive thoughts coming your way Arcalian. You never know what is around the next corner. Best of luck in your search for a more satisfying job.

    Posted 3 years ago by Moonshadow_NZ #

  5. 2Bpurring, thanks, yes I am out there.....wayyy out there. Sigh.

    And thanks to all the rest of you for your kind words.

    Posted 3 years ago by Arcalian #

  6. Hoping things turn out well for you!

    Posted 3 years ago by Momma to 2 MaineCoons #

  7. Best of luck to you---you need this put into writing or you can't collect unemployment.

    Posted 3 years ago by Sheba's Mom in Phoenix, AZ 10/8 #

  8. How are you today Arcalian??

    Posted 3 years ago by 2bpurring #

  9. Arcalian,

    I see PA is an employment at will state. You should stay in touch from your end to let your employer know the ball is definitely in their court as to the status of your employment. Something on the order of "If you do not schedule me for work by X, I will file unemployment because Sht4brns said go home and don't come back until called." Only use professionally PC terms.

    Posted 3 years ago by ailuromaniac #

  10. I thought Sht4brns WAS an acceptable PC term.

    Also, Arcalian, begin firing off your resume. Even if they bring you back it doesn't sound like you are at your dream job so there is no harm in looking for something better.

    Posted 3 years ago by Instinct #

  11. Arcalian, I am sorry to hear of this. I can offer no advice on the situation except to say that maybe this is a way for you to move on. It doesn't sound like a good ending. Know that my prayers are with you, and that things are tough in this area right now. I wish you the best and please keep us posted. Love Mama Lynn

    Posted 3 years ago by Lynn from PA 6/8 #

  12. Instinct,
    I thought you knew that if it is direct and unambiguous it is not PC.

    Posted 3 years ago by ailuromaniac #

  13. Sending prayers good luck your way in finding a different job Arcalian. It has been my experience that when I was unhappy with management, co-workers or whatever it took being pressured to quit before I would leave. Then after leaving I would be so relieved and find a less stressful situation. I hope it works out this way for you.

    Posted 3 years ago by krazikat #

  14. So far no call back. The problem is this has been my job for the past six years and all the places before that were restaurants, radio shacks, places of that sort. Some of them are out of business now. And I doubt after all this my current job would be giving them any good reccomendations!

    Posted 3 years ago by Arcalian #

  15. Well...ya never know. I worked for someone who made my life a living hell for a year, and when I applied for another job, he gave me a glowing reference. I've now been at that job for more than 21 years!

    Posted 3 years ago by Siobhan #

  16. Six years and they haven't even called you to let you know where you stand? How can they treat someone like that? Words fail me.

    Posted 3 years ago by jcat #

  17. I doubt they will do much more than say "yes he worked for us". With all the regulations concerning privacy and such, companies are loath to give negative information on an employee. If you keep in touch, you show your willingness to work which will force them to either schedule you or terminate you formally. Then you collect unemployment and register with a temp agency. If they reschedule your hours, you report for duty and apply elsewhere like a mad man.

    Posted 3 years ago by ailuromaniac #

  18. Okay, now I am officially terminated. Sigh.

    Posted 3 years ago by Arcalian #

  19. I'm sorry to hear that Arcalian. {{hugs}}

    Don't know much (anything!) about US employment law, but in this country you can't give someone a bad reference - you can refuse a reference request, but you can't submit a bad one.

    Posted 3 years ago by MadcatwomanintheUK #

  20. Oh man, I hoped they would keep you on and you could use the time to look for another job, then smack them upside the head with it.
    I wish you much luck in your job search. Remember, you've got the whole TDK team right here with you with moral support.

    Posted 3 years ago by JoanfromNewJersey #

  21. Their loss! Where one door closes, another opens....

    Posted 3 years ago by MerD #

  22. {{{HUGS}}} Arcalian. Everyone here will be encourageing you in your job search. I hope this means something better is in store for you.

    Posted 3 years ago by krazikat #

  23. I'm sorry to hear that Arcalian,that was a rotten way to treat you. Prayers and positive thoughts for you to get a better job soon. [[Hugs]]

    Posted 3 years ago by Buttercup #

  24. Oh sweetie, I am so sorry, but I have faith that God has a plan for you! Have faith.

    Posted 3 years ago by BCAMflorida227 #

  25. I'm sorry Arcalian. My thoughts and prayers are with you to find another job quickly and one where you will be appreciated and valued. You are a good man. God has other plans for you. Love, Lynn

    Posted 3 years ago by Lynn from PA 6/8 #

  26. Arcadian - Make sure you get unused sick and vaca time etc. in your final paycheck! and since you were fired you can collect unemployment while checking out the job possiblities. Don't know where you are geographically, but computer types are in high demand down here New Orleans... I suspect we are not that different from other parts of the country. Gook luck with the job search! A six year span in one place is going to look good on your resume - you haven't been bouncing from place to place...

    Posted 3 years ago by nawlins catmom #

  27. I'm sorry, Arcalian, that really stinks.

    Posted 3 years ago by Kilroy #

  28. {{{Hugs}}} Something much better is coming your way..and yes you can get unemployment till you find something that doesn't have idiot bosses like you had to deal with for the last 6 years...

    Posted 3 years ago by 2bpurring #

  29. I'm sorry, Arcalian. I still believe you'll find a good job soon.

    Posted 3 years ago by Cats4Cats #

  30. I'm sorry that you got terminated from the job, Arcalian. I don't know if you would qualify for Unemployment Compensation given the circumstances, but here is the website with information about that in PA: http://www.dli.state.pa.us/landi/cwp/view.asp?a=358&q=236484#what

    Would this be a good time for you to add some training or further education to enhance your prospects?

    Good luck! {{{hugs}}}

    Posted 3 years ago by Kitten Whisperer #


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